FAMILY SERIES . . . for kids, parents and grandparents!
SYMPHONY in SPACE
September 22, 2019
Sun 9/22/2019 2:00 pm
Helzberg Hall | Kauffman Center
From Earth to space and galaxies beyond, join your Kansas City Symphony for a scientific symphonic exploration. We’ll blast off in celebration of the 50th anniversary of the moon landing as we discover the planets and solar system through story, song and symphonic space travel.
September 22, 2019
Sun 9/22/2019 2:00 pm
Helzberg Hall | Kauffman Center
From Earth to space and galaxies beyond, join your Kansas City Symphony for a scientific symphonic exploration. We’ll blast off in celebration of the 50th anniversary of the moon landing as we discover the planets and solar system through story, song and symphonic space travel.
YOUNG PERSON’S GUIDE to the ORCHESTRA
November 10, 2019
Sun 11/10/2019 2:00 pm
Helzberg Hall | Kauffman Center
There’s a reason this masterpiece is one of Benjamin Britten’s best-known works. From the violins to the triangle, tuba and harp, the Young Person’s Guide to the Orchestra is a fun and classic introduction to orchestral instruments. Britten inspired generations of young audiences with this catchy set of variations on a theme by Henry Purcell. The famous work continues to be popular today in TV and film, including Wes Anderson’s “Moonrise Kingdom.”
November 10, 2019
Sun 11/10/2019 2:00 pm
Helzberg Hall | Kauffman Center
There’s a reason this masterpiece is one of Benjamin Britten’s best-known works. From the violins to the triangle, tuba and harp, the Young Person’s Guide to the Orchestra is a fun and classic introduction to orchestral instruments. Britten inspired generations of young audiences with this catchy set of variations on a theme by Henry Purcell. The famous work continues to be popular today in TV and film, including Wes Anderson’s “Moonrise Kingdom.”
CHRISTMAS FESTIVAL
December 20-23, 2019
Fri 12/20/2109 8:00 pm, Sat 12/21/2019 1:00 pm and 7:00 pm,
Sun 12/22/2019 7:00 pm, Mon 12/23/2019 7:30 pm
Helzberg Hall | Kauffman
Buckle up for a sleigh ride into Helzberg Hall! Your family and friends will love our annual Kansas City Symphony holiday celebration, filled with festive songs of the season, carols, choirs and special guests — including one jolly visitor from the north. At each performance, we’ll give away a dazzling jewelry prize from Helzberg Diamonds, no purchase necessary. Sponsored by Helzberg Diamonds with support from the Neighborhood Tourist Development Fund.
December 20-23, 2019
Fri 12/20/2109 8:00 pm, Sat 12/21/2019 1:00 pm and 7:00 pm,
Sun 12/22/2019 7:00 pm, Mon 12/23/2019 7:30 pm
Helzberg Hall | Kauffman
Buckle up for a sleigh ride into Helzberg Hall! Your family and friends will love our annual Kansas City Symphony holiday celebration, filled with festive songs of the season, carols, choirs and special guests — including one jolly visitor from the north. At each performance, we’ll give away a dazzling jewelry prize from Helzberg Diamonds, no purchase necessary. Sponsored by Helzberg Diamonds with support from the Neighborhood Tourist Development Fund.
CLASSICAL KIDS: BEETHOVEN LIVES UPSTAIRS
March 8, 2020
Sun 3/8/2020 2:00 pm
Helzberg Hall | Kauffman Center
Young Christoph writes to his uncle about a new, interesting tenant moving in above his Vienna apartment. Who could it be? None other than Ludwig van Beethoven! This touching story unfolds with more than 25 excerpts of the composer’s most beautiful works. Christoph comes to understand the genius of the man, the torment of his deafness and the beauty of his music. Join us as we celebrate Beethoven’s 250th birthday.
March 8, 2020
Sun 3/8/2020 2:00 pm
Helzberg Hall | Kauffman Center
Young Christoph writes to his uncle about a new, interesting tenant moving in above his Vienna apartment. Who could it be? None other than Ludwig van Beethoven! This touching story unfolds with more than 25 excerpts of the composer’s most beautiful works. Christoph comes to understand the genius of the man, the torment of his deafness and the beauty of his music. Join us as we celebrate Beethoven’s 250th birthday.
