THE SEATTLE SYMPHONY ANNOUNCES SUMMER CONCERT LINEUP OF MOVIES AND MUSIC AT BENAROYA HALL
TICKETS FOR TWOSET VIOLIN WITH THE SEATTLE SYMPHONY GO ON SALE MARCH 26 AT 10AM PT
ALL OTHER CONCERTS ARE NOW ON SALE
June 10: Mary Chapin Carpenter / Brandy Clark
June 20: Cheyenne Jackson: Signs of Life
June 25: Music and Fashion with Thorgy Thor and the Seattle Symphony
June 27 & 28: Barbie The Movie: In Concert with the Seattle Symphony
July 9: TwoSet Violin with the Seattle Symphony
July 11–13: DreamWorks Animation in Concert
July 22: Koyaanisqatsi: Live with Philip Glass Ensemble
August 29–31: Stardew Valley in Concert {tickets nearly sold out}
Seattle, WA – The Seattle Symphony announces its summer lineup at Benaroya Hall with eight newly announced concerts, expanding its 2024/2025 season. From legendary singer-songwriter Mary Chapin Carpenter and Broadway star Cheyenne Jackson to the comic energy of TwoSet Violin and the cinematic spectacle of Barbie The Movie: In Concert, this lineup offers something for everyone. Highlights also include Thorgy Thor’s vibrant fusion of music and fashion, the mesmerizing Koyaanisqatsi performed by the Philip Glass Ensemble, and the beloved worlds of DreamWorks Animation and Stardew Valley brought to life.
Mary Chapin Carpenter / Brandy Clark
Tuesday, June 10, at 7 p.m.
Mary Chapin Carpenter has sold over 16 million records over the course of her career. She has won five GRAMMY Awards (with 18 nominations), two CMA Awards, two ACM Awards and is one of only 15 female members of the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame. In 2023, Carpenter was bestowed with the Poet’s Award at the ACM Honors, which recognized the outstanding and longstanding musical and lyrical contributions throughout her career. Local musician Brandy Clark is a GRAMMY, CMA and Americana Award-winner, earning a win for Best Americana Performance at the 66th GRAMMY Awards and Song of the Year at the 2024 Americana Honors & Awards with her acclaimed song, “Dear Insecurity,” featuring 11-time GRAMMY-winner Brandi Carlile. Clark also composed the music for the hit musical comedy Shucked alongside longtime collaborator Shane McAnally. Shucked also won in the Outstanding Music category at the 67th Drama Desk Awards and was nominated for Best Original Score at the 76th Tony Awards; Shucked received nine Tony nominations overall last year.
This performance is presented by the Seattle Symphony. The orchestra will not perform.
Tickets start at $40. Visit here for more information and tickets.
Cheyenne Jackson: Signs of Life
Friday, June 20, at 8 p.m.
Cheyenne Jackson is back with a bang! After cutting his teeth as a young actor in Seattle, this Emmy and GRAMMY-nominated luminary brings his infectious charm and powerhouse vocals to the iconic Benaroya Hall stage with Signs of Life, a musical meditation on art, love, fatherhood and the cosmic twists that have shaped his remarkable path. In Signs of Life, Cheyenne invites audiences on a deeply personal and uproariously funny exploration of the universe’s subtle cues with music ranging from Sam Cooke and Elvis Presley to Lady Gaga and Chappell Roan to Cheyenne’s own song “Ok,” about his father’s unconditional love for his gay son. From toe-tapping melodies to saucy showbiz anecdotes, prepare for an unforgettable night filled with whimsy, laughter and the sheer joy of a perfectly imperfect night of shared experience.
This performance is presented by the Seattle Symphony. The orchestra will not perform.
Tickets start at $48. Visit here for more information and tickets.
Music and Fashion with Thorgy Thor and the Seattle Symphony
Wednesday, June 25, at 7:30 p.m.
Haute couture meets high notes when Thorgy Thor returns to Benaroya Hall! Reunited with the Seattle Symphony, sensational NYC-based drag performance artist Thorgy Thor (RuPaul’s Drag Race, Dragnificent) will dazzle audiences with her vibrant personality, virtuoso violin skills, razor-sharp wit and outrageous fashion sense. Expect a night filled with musical masterpieces and stunning costumes. Whether you’re a fashionista, a music lover or both, this concert is a must-see spectacle that promises to be truly unique!
Tickets start at: $58. Visit here for more information and tickets.
Barbie The Movie: In Concert with the Seattle Symphony
Friday, June 27, at 8 p.m.
Saturday, June 28, at 1 & 8 p.m.
Barbie® fans of all ages are invited to dance the night away with Barbie The Movie: In Concert! The record-shattering, full-length feature film will be accompanied by the Seattle Symphony, performing both the score and the beloved pop songs from the iconic soundtrack. Barbie and Ken are having the time of their lives in the colorful and seemingly perfect world of Barbie Land. However, when they get a chance to go to the real world, they soon discover the joys and perils of living among humans.
Barbie The Movie: In Concert is produced and licensed by Overture Global Entertainment on behalf of Mattel, Inc. and Warner Bros. Pictures. BARBIE™ and associated trademarks and trade dress are owned by, and used under license from, Mattel. ©2025 Mattel. © 2025 Warner Bros. Ent. All rights reserved.
Tickets start at: $54. Visit here for more information and tickets.
TwoSet Violin with the Seattle Symphony
Wednesday, July 9, at 7:30 p.m.
TwoSet Violin, classical music's favorite viral duo, is returning to Benaroya Hall! With over 200 million views and collaborations with superstar soloists such as Hilary Hahn, internet sensation TwoSet Violin is taking the classical world by storm. For one night only, join Brett and Eddy for an unforgettable concert experience of jaw-dropping musical panache, side-splitting humor and everything in between.
Tickets start at: $96. Visit here for more information and tickets.
DreamWorks Animation in Concert
Friday, July 11, at 8 p.m.
Saturday, July 12, at 1 p.m.
Sunday, July 13, at 2 p.m.
Relive the moments from Shrek, Madagascar, Kung Fu Panda, How to Train Your Dragon and more as they are projected in HD onto the big screen while the music from each is played live by the Seattle Symphony. Enjoy a celebration of more than 20 years of inspired animation and iconic music scores by Hans Zimmer, Harry Gregson-Williams, John Powell, Alexandre Desplat, Alan Silvestri, Danny Elfman and many others.
Tickets start at: $45. Visit here for more information and tickets.
Koyaanisqatsi: Live with Philip Glass Ensemble
Tuesday, July 22, at 7:30 p.m.
Koyaanisqatsi is a documentary without dialogue that examines the contrasts between our technologically advanced urban life and vast natural landscapes. Director Godfrey Reggio and minimalist composer Philip Glass transcended language barriers through the universally accessible mediums of video and music, inviting each viewer to interpret the film as they choose. Experience the original 1982 film in its entirety on the big screen as the acclaimed Philip Glass Ensemble performs the soundtrack live to picture.
This performance is presented by the Seattle Symphony. The orchestra will not perform.
Tickets start at $51. Visit here for more information and tickets.
Stardew Valley: Symphony of Seasons
Friday, August 29, at 8 p.m.
Saturday, August 30, at 8 p.m.
Sunday, August 31, at 7 p.m.
It’s a musical journey from your first day in the valley all the way to your arrival at the summit with the brand new Stardew Valley concert Symphony of Seasons! Curated by ConcernedApe, Symphony of Seasons features a 35-piece local orchestra performing the most memorable music from the game, and a screen above the stage featuring projections of gameplay footage plus original content created exclusively for this tour. Concertgoers can look forward to hearing the game's most cherished songs as they watch their farm grow throughout the seasons and explore some of the valley’s most memorable locations, from Pelican Town to the Skull Cavern, Ginger Island to Calico Desert, the Submarine to the Wizard's Tower and much more.
This performance is presented by the Seattle Symphony. The Symphony will not perform.
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Ticket Information
For more information on tickets, visit seattlesymphony.org or contact the Seattle Symphony Ticket Office. The Seattle Symphony Ticket Office is located in Benaroya Hall, at Third Avenue and Union Street. The Ticket Office can be reached by phone at 206.215.4747 during the following times: Tuesday–Friday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Saturday, 1–6 p.m.
SEATTLE SYMPHONY
The Seattle Symphony unleashes the power of music, brings people together and lifts the human spirit. Recognized as one of the “most vital American orchestras” (NPR), the Seattle Symphony is internationally acclaimed for its inventive programming, community-minded initiatives and superb recordings on the Seattle Symphony Media label. With a strong commitment to new music and a legacy of over 150 recordings, the orchestra has won five Grammy Awards, 27 Grammy nominations, two Emmy Awards and was named Gramophone’s 2018 Orchestra of the Year. The Symphony performs in Benaroya Hall in the heart of downtown Seattle from September through July, reaching over 750,000 people annually through live performances and radio broadcasts, and through the Seattle Symphony+ streaming service, the orchestra’s concerts reach audiences at home and around the world.
BENAROYA HALL
Benaroya Hall, the home of the Seattle Symphony, is located in downtown Seattle and surrounded by numerous restaurants, retail stores and parking facilities. Opened in 1998, Benaroya Hall is the most-visited performing arts venue in Seattle. It has received numerous awards, including a 2001 American Institute of Architects (AIA) National Honor Award for outstanding architecture. Benaroya Hall has three versatile performance venues, the S. Mark Taper Foundation Auditorium, the Illsley Ball Nordstrom Recital Hall and Octave 9: Raisbeck Music Center, all renowned for their pristine acoustics, luxurious design and prime location. For additional information, including rental information, event listings and public tour schedules, please visit benaroyahall.org.
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