Exciting things are happening at the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra, plus, Subscription packages for the 23-24 season are available now!
Upcoming events include, Mozart’s Magic Flute presented in collaboration with the SUNY Fredonia Hillman Opera program, this special 2-hour production will be sung in English for opera fanatics and newcomers alike to enjoy and Revolution: The Music of The Beatles, guaranteed to be a magical musical and visual journey of The Beatles, featuring video, animation, and arrangements of over 25 top hits, along with hundreds of never before seen photos of The Beatles.
Also, just announced for next season, Grammy Award winner, Michael Bolton will provide an evening of timeless hits and a musical journey through pop, rock, soul, standards and even classical.
The scope of music covered appeals to tastes of every kind. The BPO not only performs classical composers like Mozart, Beethoven, and Bach but also classic rock, jazz, and music from pop culture juggernauts like Star Wars, Harry Potter and more.
Here are just some of the exciting concerts and performances remaining this season:
Mozart’s Magic Flute
April 22 | 7:30 pm, Tickets
April 23 | 2:30 pm, Tickets
Your BPO and the SUNY Fredonia Hillman Opera program join to celebrate Mozart’s beautiful fairy tale opera in a semi-staged performance of the cherished, lighthearted masterpiece. Including the instantly-recognizable “The Queen of the Night” aria, this special 2-hour production will be sung in English for opera fanatics and newcomers alike to enjoy.
Revolution: The Music of The Beatles
April 28 | 7:30 pm, Tickets
A magical musical and visual journey of The Beatles, featuring video, animation, and arrangements of over 25 top hits, including Ticket to Ride, Penny Lane, All You Need Is Love, Get Back, Here Comes the Sun, and Hey Jude. Audiences will see an incredible band with three lead vocalists, arrangements by Grammy winner Jeff Tyzik, video and animation throughout the concert along with hundreds of never before seen photos of The Beatles.
BPO Kids | Dan Brown Wild Symphony
April 30 | 2:30 pm, Tickets
Dan Brown, author of The Da Vinci Code, has created a uniquely entertaining multimedia symphony show based on his book of children’s poetry featuring Maestro Mouse and his musical friends! Don’t miss this ‘mindful, humorous, musical, and unique’ experience that will enchant both young and old!
Patriotic Pops
May 26 – 10:30 am, Tickets
May 27 – 7:30 pm, Tickets
A Memorial Day weekend tradition! Vocalists Jay Dref and Tatiana “LadyMay” Mayfield join Principal Pops Conductor John Morris Russell and your BPO in a red, white, and blue musical salute to our nation and the men and women whose sacrifices paved the way to freedom.
Verdi’s Requiem
June 10 | 7:30 pm, Tickets
June 11 | 2:30 pm, Tickets
Combining operatic drama, emotional solo moments, and the prowess of your BPO with vocals from the combined Buffalo Philharmonic Chorus and SUNY Fredonia Chorus, Verdi’s Requiem is a thrilling masterwork that will leave you pinned to your seat!
Plus, Subscription packages for the 23-24 season are available now!
Individual tickets will go on sale at a later date.
Performances in the first half of the new season include:
Opening Night: Pictures at an Exhibition
September 23 | 7:00 pm
JoAnn Falletta, conductor
Gil Shaham, violin
Opening Night Gala! Artist Gil Shaham “one of today’s pre-eminent violinists” will perform the technically dazzling Tchaikovsky Violin Concerto in a program that includes a soaring new work by American composer Randall Svane, and Mussorgky’s musical interpretation of an art gallery presentation.
John Williams’ Movie Music
September 29 | 10:30 am
September 30 | 7:30 pm
The BPO kicks off their blockbuster Pops season with hits from your favorite John Williams film scores, including Harry Potter, Home Alone, Superman, Raiders of the Lost Ark, Star Wars, ET, Jurassic Park, and more.
From Godspell to Wicked and Beyond!
October 28 | 7:30 pm
Grammy and Oscar-winning songwriter Stephen Schwartz shares his stories and songs from Broadway with a stellar cast of performers for an unforgettable evening of musical theatre.
RACHMANINOFF 2-WEEKEND FESTIVAL
November 3 | 10:30am
November 4 | 7:30pm
Alexander Malofeev, piano
November 11 | 7:30pm
November 12 | 2:30pm
Fabio Bidini, piano
Celebrating the 150th anniversary of Sergei Rachmaninoff’s birth
Music of Neil Diamond with Jay White
November 18 | 7:30 pm
The ultimate tribute capturing the essence and charisma of Neil Diamond once again enthralls BPO audiences when Las Vegas headliner Jay White returns for this one-night-only performance.
Michael Bolton
December 6 | 7:30 pm
*SPECIAL ENGAGEMENT*
Tickets on sale now
From When a Man Loves a Woman to How Am I Supposed to Live Without You and more, Michael Bolton’s time, love and tenderness has created the soundtrack of our lives. Join the Grammy Award winner for an evening of timeless hits and a musical journey through pop, rock, soul, standards and even classical.
JoAnn’s Classical Christmas
December 8 | 10:30 am + December 9 | 7:30 pm
A program of holiday favorites including Vivaldi’s Piccolo Concerto.
Be sure to check the BPO’s website for a full list of all the exciting concerts currently scheduled and click here to explore season subscription options for the 2023-24 season.
Season ticket subscribers enjoy great benefits, including savings up to 30% off individual ticket prices, easy ticket exchanges, the option to purchase additional tickets before they go on sale to the general public, invitations to special subscriber events, and more!