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The Travelin’ McCourys

SAT, SEP 20
 CONCERT HALL

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The Travelin’ McCourys

SAT, SEP 20
 CONCERT HALL


Born into bluegrass royalty and driven by an unrelenting spirit of innovation, The Travelin’ McCourys are redefining what it means to carry a tradition forward. From sacred steel to jam-band grooves, they honor the past while charting an exhilarating new course through the bluegrass landscape. The river runs deep-and it’s moving fast. Video
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A Solo Evening of Music with Chris Thile

SUN, OCT 12
 CONCERT HALL

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A Solo Evening of Music with Chris Thile

SUN, OCT 12
 CONCERT HALL


Acclaimed GRAMMY Award-winning mandolinist, singer, songwriter, composer, and MacArthur Fellow recipient of the prestigious “Genius Grant,” Chris Thile is a multifaceted musical talent, described by The Guardian as “that rare being: an all-around musician.” Don’t miss this extraordinary solo performance that will take your breath away! Video
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Jamie Adkins
Circus Incognitus

THU, OCT 16
 MAINSTAGE THEATRE

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Jamie Adkins
Circus Incognitus

THU, OCT 16
 MAINSTAGE THEATRE


Jamie Adkins channels the timeless spirit of vaudeville legends like Charlie Chaplin and Buster Keaton in Circus Incognitus, a one-man show that’s equal parts heartwarming and hilarious. Recommended for ages 5 and up. Video
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Emi Ferguson and Ruckus
Fly the Coop!

SAT, NOV 15
 CONCERT HALL

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Emi Ferguson and Ruckus
Fly the Coop!

SAT, NOV 15
 CONCERT HALL


In Fly the Coop! Emi Ferguson and Ruckus join forces to take audiences on a wild technicolor romp through some of J.S. Bach’s most playful and transcendent works reimagined and realized for 21st century fans of 18th century performance practice. The ensemble aims to fuse the early-music movement’s creative spirit with the grit and groove of American roots music. Video
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Seán Heely’s Celtic Christmas

FRI, DEC 12
 CONCERT HALL

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Seán Heely’s Celtic Christmas

FRI, DEC 12
 CONCERT HALL


Join Champion Scottish fiddler, singer and harpist Seán Heely and a cast of nationally acclaimed Celtic performers on a magical journey through Scotland and Ireland during the holidays. The fiddle and bagpipes will sweep you away to Christmastime and Winter Solstice celebrations, along with dancers who are sure to lift your spirits and warm your heart. Video
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Sell Me: I Am From North Korea

Written and performed by Sora Baek

FRI, JAN 23
 MAINSTAGE THEATRE

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Sell Me: I Am From North Korea

Written and performed by Sora Baek

FRI, JAN 23
 MAINSTAGE THEATRE


Sora Baek is an award-winning actor, writer and producer from South Korea whose masterful one-woman show is inspired by the true stories of North Korean defectors and survivors who risk everything to escape one of the world’s most repressive regimes. This acclaimed show was a sell-out sensation at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. Video
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Orpheus Chamber Orchestra and Stella Chen
Seasons of Change

FRI, JAN 30
 CONCERT HALL

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Orpheus Chamber Orchestra and Stella Chen
Seasons of Change

FRI, JAN 30
 CONCERT HALL


Renowned for their collaborative spirit, the GRAMMY Award-winning Orpheus Chamber Orchestra is considered one of the world’s finest chamber orchestras, performing with “edge-of-the-seat intensity” and displaying an “infectious love for making music” (The New York Times). Performing without a conductor, Orpheus is a radical experiment in musical democracy, proving for over fifty years what happens when exceptional artists gather with total trust in each other and faith in the creative process. Video
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Secrets of Space

Produced by Cahoots NI
From Belfast, Northern Ireland

SUN, FEB 8
 WILSON HALL

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Secrets of Space

Produced by Cahoots NI
From Belfast, Northern Ireland

SUN, FEB 8
 WILSON HALL


Suni and Mae are dreamers. As young girls, they dreamt about journeying far beyond our solar system, singing among the stars and discovering all that was unknown to them - the secrets of space. Using magical illusions and a state-of-the-art digital LED wall, the sisters and the audience embark on an interactive journey across the galaxy. Recommended for audiences ages 7 and up. Video
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Estonian Philharmonic Chamber Choir

SUN, FEB 8
 CONCERT HALL

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Estonian Philharmonic Chamber Choir

SUN, FEB 8
 CONCERT HALL


The esteemed Estonian Philharmonic Chamber Choir (EPCC) makes its Forbes Center debut in a program that celebrates famed Estonian composer Arvo Pärt’s indelible mark on choral singing and classical music. The program features his works alongside other ethereal melodies brought to life by the choir’s resplendent sound. Video
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Solas

THU, FEB 12
 CONCERT HALL

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Solas

THU, FEB 12
 CONCERT HALL


Solas is hailed by The Boston Globe as “the finest Celtic ensemble this country has ever produced.” Since 1995 they have been a galvanizing element in the Irish music scene - a lightning rod of talent and inspiration that set new standards for musicianship, repertoire, and intensity. Video
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The Great Race: The Story of The Chinese Zodiac

Produced by Honolulu Theatre for Youth of Honolulu, HI

SUN, MAR 1
 CONCERT HALL

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The Great Race: The Story of The Chinese Zodiac

Produced by Honolulu Theatre for Youth of Honolulu, HI

SUN, MAR 1
 CONCERT HALL


The show weaves a joy-filled family celebration with a re-telling of one of the most beloved tales in Chinese folklore - the origin story of the Chinese Zodiac. Meet Po Po and Kung Kung, as they celebrate Chinese New Year by making dumplings and sharing the story of The Great Race with their grandkids, Freddie and Ivy. Recommended for audiences ages 4 and up. Video
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International Guitar Night

With Stephanie Jones, Taimane, Alexandr Misko, and Lucas Imbiriba

TUE, MAR 10
 CONCERT HALL

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International Guitar Night

With Stephanie Jones, Taimane, Alexandr Misko, and Lucas Imbiriba

TUE, MAR 10
 CONCERT HALL


International Guitar Night (IGN), celebrating its 26th anniversary, returns this year to the Forbes Center with a dynamic lineup featuring Stephanie Jones, Taimane, Alexandr Misko, and Lucas Imbiriba. IGN is a gathering of individuals who captivate on their own and then blow away the audience when they perform together! Video
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The Three Italian Tenors

FRI, MAR 13
 CONCERT HALL

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The Three Italian Tenors

FRI, MAR 13
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Direct from Rome - experience the brilliance of The Three Italian Tenors! Making their North American debut, The Three Italian Tenors - Giovanni Maria Palmia, Ugo Tarquini, and Alessandro Fantoni - bring timeless Italian opera arias and beloved songs to life with passion, charm, and dazzling vocal power. Joined by pianist Fabrizio Mocata, this unforgettable evening blends romance, drama, and nostalgia in a stunning celebration of Italy’s rich musical heritage. Video
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Nidia Góngora and Band

SAT, APR 4
 CONCERT HALL

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Nidia Góngora and Band

SAT, APR 4
 CONCERT HALL


The “Maestra Nidia Góngora” as she is known, is the most recognized singer in the Colombian Pacific and the bearer of the innate tradition inherited from her elders and the leading singers of her community. Nidia’s versatile, innovative music fuses lyrics and rhythms such as currulaos, bundes, jugas, rumbas, and lullabies with a touch of folk, electronic beats and experimental sounds. Video
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Women of Americana

A Celebration of American Music from Bob Dylan to Bonnie Raitt
Featuring Christina Vane and Brennen Leigh

SAT, APR 18
 CONCERT HALL

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Women of Americana

A Celebration of American Music from Bob Dylan to Bonnie Raitt
Featuring Christina Vane and Brennen Leigh

SAT, APR 18
 CONCERT HALL


Join us for a heartfelt celebration of early folk, gospel, and Western swing music with Women of Americana! This isn’t just a concert-it’s an exuberant exploration of this expansive and singular American genre that planted the roots of American music. Featuring acclaimed vocalists and instrumentalists Cristina Vane and Brennen Leigh. Video
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