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Chicago Symphony Orchestra
The Wizard of Oz in Concert
Nov 29-Dec 1, 2024
Overview
When you hear Judy Garland singing “Somewhere Over the Rainbow” accompanied by the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, you might find yourself tapping your heels together three times as you think to yourself, “there’s no place like Orchestra Hall.” “Follow the Yellow Brick Road” with Dorothy and revel in Herbert Stothart’s beautiful score performed live by the CSO as MGM’s Technicolor classic plays on the big screen.
Program
Stothart
The Wizard of Oz
Performers
Extras
Enhance your concert experience.
See Yourself in the Land of Oz
“Follow the Yellow Brick Road” to Grainger Ballroom to take photos with some of your favorite characters’ costume props in front of Emerald City somewhere over the poppy field. You’ll feel as though you’re not in Orchestra Hall anymore!
The photo station is available to all ticket holders. No additional tickets required.
Preconcert Dining
Enhance your concert experience by dining at the Thomas Club, offering a prix fixe menu featuring traditional American fare for a seamless preconcert dining experience. Reservations | Learn more and view the menu
Preconcert Conversation
Explore the music in a free preconcert conversation featuring Richard Kaufman (November 29 only) in Orchestra Hall 75 minutes before the performance. The talk will last approximately 30 minutes. No additional tickets are needed.
Sponsors & Partners
The CSO at the Movies series is generously sponsored by Megan and Steve Shebik.
The Chicago Symphony Orchestra Association acknowledges support from the Illinois Arts Council.
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