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SATURDAY PACKAGE Dolly Parton’s Threads: My Songs in Symphony Sat. Nov 7, 2026 at 7:30 pm
Star Wars 50th Anniversary: A New Hope In Concert Film with Orchestra Sat. Mar 13, 2027 at 7:30 pm
Hometown Holiday Pops Sat. Dec 19, 2026 at 7:30 pm
Dolly Parton’s Threads: My Songs in Symphony Sun. Nov 8, 2026 at 2:30 pm
Star Wars 50th Anniversary: A New Hope In Concert Film with Orchestra Sun. Mar 14, 2027 at 2:30 pm
Hometown Holiday Pops Sun. Dec 20, 2026 at 2:30 pm
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Pay tribute to the spirit of Mardi Gras with a night of hot, steamy New Orleans jazz. From street parades in the French Quarter to late night jams in the city’s famed clubs, this party transforms into an unforgettable Mardi Gras celebration with Byron Stripling and Bobby Floyd leading the parade. Byron Stripling
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DOLLY PARTON’S THREADS: MY SONGS IN SYMPHONY
Dolly Parton
Ryan Tani
STAR WARS 50TH ANNIVERSARY: A NEW HOPE IN CONCERT
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Threads: My Songs in Symphony features Dolly Parton’s songs and the stories behind them in a multimedia symphonic experience complete with video commentary from Dolly herself, leading audiences in a journey of her songs, her life, and her stories. Accompanied by guest vocalists and your MSO, this program features new and innovative orchestrations of Dolly’s hit songs.
Embark on a legendary adventure to a galaxy far, far away with Star Wars: A New Hope in Concert! Celebrate the 50th anniversary of the iconic film as the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra performs John Williams’s epic Oscar®-winning score live to picture. Film with Orchestra
Co-Produced by Dolly Parton with Schirmer Theatrical and Sony Music Publishing
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Summer Breeze: Yacht Rock Classics Sun. May 30, 2027 at 2:30 pm
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Principal Pops Conductor Byron Stripling returns, opening the season with a concert honoring the true kings of classic soul. Groove to the greatest hits from legendary artists Marvin Gaye, Jackie Wilson, James Brown, Otis Redding, and The Temptations, performed by talented vocalists Darren Lorenzo, Chester Gregory, and Jeremy Keith alongside your MSO.
Presentation Licensed by Disney Concerts in association with Warner/Chappell Music. © & ™ Lucasfilm Ltd. All rights reserved.
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Kings of Soul Sun. Sept 27, 2026 at 2:30 pm
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Summer Breeze: Yacht Rock Classics Sat. May 29, 2027 at 7:30 pm
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Celebrate the season with Hometown Holiday Pops, Milwaukee’s favorite musical tradition. Your MSO and Milwaukee Symphony Chorus fill Allen Bradley Hall with festive favorites, joined by an acclaimed guest vocalist, the Milwaukee Handbell Ensemble, the Jolly Old Elf himself, and special magical extras to be found throughout the hall.
Set sail on a musical journey where the smooth sounds of the ’70s and ’80s come to life in a unique orchestral experience. Let the elegant strings and brassy sounds sweep you away as this concert blends the lush harmonies and iconic melodies of yacht rock legends like Hall & Oates, Toto, Jimmy Buffett, and more. Brie Cassil
The Bradley Symphony Center’s exclusive food and beverage partner, Indulge Catering Company – A Bianchini Experience, offers a variety of choices prepared onsite for your convenience. Enjoy libations at multiple bar locations and tasty soups, sandwiches, and quick bites ahead of the concert with Staccato Bites. On select Friday and Saturday evenings, reserve a table for Sound Bites, an elevated meal in the Ellen & Joe Checota Atrium and delight in a delicious selection of appetizers, salads, entrées, sides, and desserts. Located steps away from your evening’s MSO performance, this curated dining option allows for a seamless evening with the symphony.
BOX OFFICE
Our MSO Box Office is ready to help with any questions. Call 414-291-7605 or email tickets@mso.org. Office hours are Mon – Fri 10:00 am – 4:00 pm, Sat 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm, and 90 minutes before all performances. The Box Office is not open post-performance. We have easy access, street level walk-up windows for in-person service at the Bradley Symphony Center.
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