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Richmond Symphony 2025-26 Season Info
The Richmond Symphony, under Music Director Valentina Peleggi in her fifth year, is unveiling a season of orchestral masterpieces, genre-crossing pops, and community-oriented concerts designed to engage listeners of all ages. The season opens in September with Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter Cody Fry as guest artist, followed by The Passion of Carmen in Carpenter Theatre. In October, the Symphony’s Pops series begins with A Night in Vienna honoring, Johann Strauss II, and in November audiences can experience One Piece Music Symphony, bringing the soundtracks of the beloved anime to life.
As winter arrives, January features the Virginia premiere of An African American Requiem by composer-in-residence Damien Geter during MLK weekend. Later comes a program with actor-composer Conrad Tao performing Gershwin’s Piano Concerto in F alongside Mozart’s “Jupiter” Symphony. In February through March, the mainstage series includes premieres like the “Loving v. Virginia” Suite, Tchaikovsky’s Romeo and Juliet Fantasy-Overture, Respighi’s Roman Festivals, and Ravel’s Boléro.
The season continues into April with Jessie Montgomery’s Hymn for Everyone, Beethoven’s Piano Concerto No. 4, and Copland’s Symphony No. 3. In May, expect a majestic closing with The Planets by Holst, joined by the Symphony Chorus and works by John Williams (including the Star Wars Suite). Throughout, Richmond Symphony emphasizes accessibility, with casual classical outdoor concerts in neighborhood parks, a chamber-orchestra outreach in West End schools, youth orchestra collaborations, and family-friendly performances that weave together tradition and innovation.
Richmond Symphony 2025-26 Tickets Info
Tickets for Richmond Symphony 2025-26 live performances are available now through EventsChaser, with NO hidden service fees. Prices generally begin around $60 to $80 for many performances at the Carpenter Theatre and other venues. Concerts in the main classical series and pops events typically average $85 to $120 for mid-range seating, giving audiences both strong acoustics and comfortable views of the stage. Entry points for family or matinee programs may be lower, while weekend evening performances with larger ensembles often carry higher starting prices.
For more in-demand events, especially those featuring guest soloists or multimedia presentations such as film scores with live orchestra, premium seats can reach $180 or more in front-orchestra and prime balcony locations. This broad range allows audiences to choose from affordable entry-level options to top-tier seating, making it possible to enjoy everything from intimate chamber concerts to full symphonic showcases in the way that best suits personal preference and budget.
About Richmond Symphony
The Richmond Symphony, founded in 1957, is one of Virginia’s leading performing arts organizations and the largest orchestra in the state. Based in Richmond, it performs primarily at the Carpenter Theatre at Dominion Energy Center and has earned a reputation for combining artistic excellence with deep community engagement. Its concerts include symphonic masterworks, pops performances, chamber music, and collaborations with opera, ballet, and choral groups, making it a cornerstone of the city’s cultural life.
Education and outreach have been at the heart of the Symphony’s mission for decades. Through programs such as the Richmond Symphony Youth Orchestra Program, “Big Tent” community festivals, and school partnerships across the region, the orchestra reaches thousands of students each year. These initiatives not only inspire young musicians but also ensure that audiences from all backgrounds can experience the power of live symphonic music.
The Symphony is also known for its innovative programming and collaborations with world-class guest artists. By presenting a mix of traditional repertoire, contemporary works, and genre-blending performances, it continues to attract diverse audiences. Its efforts to perform beyond the concert hall — in parks, neighborhoods, and community spaces — reflect its vision of music as a unifying force, strengthening Richmond’s cultural identity and connecting people through shared experiences.
