Pacific Symphony's 2019-20 Pops Season Announced

By: Apr. 03, 2019
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Pacific Symphony's 2019-20 Pops Season Announced Megawatt stars light up the stage for Pacific Symphony's highly anticipated 2019-20 Pops series featuring seven not-to-be-missed concerts that include romance, Broadway, nostalgia, festive holiday cheer, classic rock and favorite film music-all enhanced by the "Hollywood" sound of the orchestra. Led by Pops Principal Conductor Richard Kaufman, the season blasts off Nov. 1 and 2 with "An Evening of Stephen Sondheim and Andrew Lloyd Webber" featuring smash hits penned by two of Broadway's most acclaimed composers. The stellar Pops season continues with "Christmas with Marie Osmond" (Dec. 20-21), "Valentine's Day with Chris Botti" (Feb. 14-15, 2020), "A Night at the Copa" (March 13-14, 2020), "The Texas Tenors" (April 3-4, 2020), "Music of the Rolling Stones" (May 1-2, 2020), and culminating in a grand finale presenting two blockbuster film scores on the same program, "Star Wars vs. Star Trek" (June 5-6).

All concerts begin at 8 p.m. and take place in the Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall, 615 Town Hall, Costa Mesa, Seven-concert subscriptions for Pops start at $245; single tickets for all concerts start at $35 (on sale Aug. 18). For more information or to purchase tickets, call (714) 755-5799 or visit www.PacificSymphony.org.

PACIFIC SYMPHONY 2019-20 POPS SEASON

AN EVENING OF Stephen Sondheim & Andrew Lloyd Webber

Nov. 1-2, 2019 • 8 p.m.
Pacific Symphony
Richard Kaufman, conductor
Debbie Gravitte, Scarlett Strallen, Hugh Panaro, vocalists

An opening night celebrating two Broadway legends! "Jesus Christ Superstar," "Evita," "Phantom of the Opera," "Cats," "A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum," "Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street," "Gypsy" and much more!

CHRISTMAS WITH Marie Osmond
Dec. 20-21, 2019 • 8 p.m.
Pacific Symphony
Marie Osmond, vocalist

Celebrate Christmas with Marie Osmond backed by the spectacular Hollywood sound of Pacific Symphony. Experience her captivating talent with an unforgettable holiday concert featuring festive favorites as well as hit singles such as "Paper Roses, "Meet Me in Montana" and "Read My Lips."

VALENTINE'S DAY WITH Chris Botti
Feb. 14-15, 2020 • 8 p.m.
Pacific Symphony
Chris Botti, trumpet

Back by popular demand, trumpeter extraordinaire Chris Botti delivers a brand-new show that's perfect for your Valentine! A gifted instrumentalist and a charismatic performer, the former trumpeter for Sting effortlessly crosses the boundaries between pop and classical, jazz and rock.

A NIGHT AT THE COPA
March 13-14, 2020 • 8 p.m.
Pacific Symphony

After standing ovations and shouts of "Bravo!" during their visit last season, we've invited this popular band to return to Pacific Symphony with their rollicking, around-the-world musical adventure. However, we are contractually prohibited from announcing the engagement until later this summer. Stay tuned for details...

The Texas Tenors
April 3-4, 2020 • 8 p.m.
Pacific Symphony
Richard Kaufman, conductor
The Texas Tenors, vocalists

Since their whirlwind debut on "America's Got Talent," The Texas Tenors have garnered a long list of accolades, including three Emmy Awards. From classical to country and pop to patriotic, the trio's set list is as unrestrained and expansive as the Lone Star State.

MUSIC OF THE ROLLING STONES
May 1-2, 2020 • 8 p.m.
Pacific Symphony
Richard Kaufman, conductor
Windborne, tribute band

"Satisfaction," "Jumping Jack Flash," "Paint it, Black" and more! Celebrate over half a century of the Rolling Stones, one of the most legendary rock groups in history. Billboard magazine ranked them number 4 of the 100 greatest artists of all time.

STAR WARS VS. STAR TREK
June 5-6, 2020 • 8 p.m.
Pacific Symphony
Richard Kaufman, conductor

An intergalactic musical showdown featuring the acclaimed and unforgettable music of your favorite films. From John Williams' iconic "Star Wars" main theme and "Imperial March" to music from "The Wrath of Khan" to the newest "Star Trek" films.

Artists, programs, prices and dates are subject to change.



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