Mozart: Cosi fan Tutte – A Comedic Opera

January 23

Experience the wit of Mozart’s Così fan tutte in this semi-staged opera that blends satire and humour. This timeless masterpiece is filled with romance and delightful twists. James Sommerville, conductor Erin Armstrong, Stage Director Jamie Groote, Fiordiligi Marjorie Maltais, Dorabella Jorell Williams, Guglielmo Asitha Tennekoon, Ferrando Caitlin Wood, Despina Giles Tomkins, Don Alfonso PROGRAM MOZART:...

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Family Concert: Peter & the Wolf

February 6

Join the WSO to hear the character of each animal in Peter and the Wolf brought to with music. Learn about each instrument and hear how sound can be used to paint a picture in your mind. Peter and the Wolf is a must-see that is sure to create lasting memories for you, your friends, and your family. Jan...

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A Night in Vienna

February 13

Step into old-world elegance with A Night in Vienna. The orchestra brings to life the charm of Vienna’s musical tradition. Featuring students from the St. Clair College Music Theatre program. Benoît Gauthier, conductor St. Clair College Music Theatre students SERIES SPONSOR: The Toldo Foundation This concert is 120 minutes, plus intermission. Doors open 1 hour before the...

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OnStage: Classical Prodigies

February 18

Sit where the musicians sit… on stage! Shahi’s Suspended Doorways, Britten’s Sinfonietta, and Mozart’s Symphony No. 29 come together to highlight brilliant works from young composers. Andrew Crust, conductor PROGRAM SHAHI: Suspended Doorways BRITTEN: Sinfonietta MOZART: Symphony No. 29 Ticket includes a complimentary cocktail. OnStage Series Sponsor: Anonymous Cocktail & Beverage Sponsor: Maiden Lane This...

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Café Concert: Classical Prodigies

February 19

Enjoy your morning coffee on stage with the WSO! Shahi’s Suspended Doorways, Britten’s Sinfonietta, and Mozart’s Symphony No. 29 come together to highlight brilliant works from young composers. Andrew Crust, conductor PROGRAM SHAHI: Suspended Doorways BRITTEN: Sinfonietta MOZART: Symphony No. 29 Ticket includes complimentary tea and coffee. Café Series Sponsor: The Morris and Beverly Baker...

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Hungarian Soul

March 6

Showcasing Bartók’s folk-inspired Viola Concerto, Principal Violist Roman Kosarev takes the spotlight. The playful energy of Kati Agócs’s Shenanigan is paired with the rich Hungarian sounds of Kodály’s Dances of Galánta. Julian Kuerti, conductor Roman Kosarev, viola PROGRAM Agócs: Shenanigan Bartók: Viola Concerto Kodály: Dances of Galanta SERIES SPONSOR: Bill and Rochelle Tepperman This concert...

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OnStage: Global Dances

March 11

Sit where the musicians sit… on stage! Celebrate the rhythms of the world with Canadian composer Angelova’s vibrant Pagan Dances and Stravinsky’s stylish Danses Concertantes. Paired with the flair of Piazzolla’s Tango Ballet and Still’s Danzas of Panama, bringing an array of dance-inspired music to the stage. Carolyn Watson, conductor PROGRAM ANGELOVA: Pagan Dances STRAVINSKY: Danses Concertantes PIAZZOLLA: Tango Ballet STILL: Danzas of Panama Ticket includes a...

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Café Concert: Global Dances

March 12

Enjoy your morning coffee on stage with the WSO! Celebrate the rhythms of the world with Canadian composer Angelova’s vibrant Pagan Dances and Stravinsky’s stylish Danses Concertantes. Paired with the flair of Piazzolla’s Tango Ballet and Still’s Danzas of Panama, bringing an array of dance-inspired music to the stage. Carolyn Watson, conductor PROGRAM ANGELOVA: Pagan Dances STRAVINSKY: Danses Concertantes PIAZZOLLA: Tango Ballet STILL: Danzas of Panama Ticket...

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Family Concert: The Nightingale

March 13

The Nightingale, with music by Canadian composer Kevin Lau, tells the well-loved Hans Christian Andersen fable, with illustrations by artist Amy Scheidegger Ducos. Set in Imperial China, the story of an emperor, a kitchen girl, and the most beautiful birdsong in the world, the story has delighted and moved children of all ages for almost 200 years. Jan Radford,...

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Family Concert: The Spirit Horse Returns

April 3

In “The Spirit Horse Returns,” an Indigenous knowledge keeper takes audiences on a journey through time, exploring the history and cultural significance of the Ojibwe horses as traditional helpers and spirit guides for First Nations and Métis-Chippewa people, and how they were affected by the arrival of settlers. Come and hear this captivating orchestral concert...

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