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Dvořák’s Cello Concerto
April 25 – 26, 2025
Cellist Adrian Daurov returns to the Schuster to perform the Dvořák Cello Concerto, one of the most lyrical and monumental concertos in the cello repertoire.
Stained Glass Concert At Grace United Methodist Church
April 27, 2025
About the Program DPAA’s Stained Glass Concert—the Norma Ross Memorial Community Concerts—is part of a series of community outreach efforts...
Young People’s Concert: The Orchestra Moves
April 30, 2025
In this exuberant, interactive program, the Philharmonic perform music inspired by dance to discover all the ways in which the orchestra moves—and can move us!
Ann Hampton Callaway
May 3, 2025
Tony-nominated pop/jazz singer-songwriter, Ann Hampton Callaway joins the Philharmonic for a night of classics made famous by some of the biggest names in the business.
Dayton Philharmonic Youth Orchestra Spring Concert
May 4, 2025
A kaleidoscope of musical brilliance awaits as the talented young musicians of the DPYO take the stage for the pinnacle performance of the season!
Q the Music Spring Concert
May 7, 2025
Join Q the Music for this free event at Stivers School for the Arts.
Harry Potter And The Chamber Of Secrets™ In Concert
May 9 – 10, 2025
Cars fly, trees fight back, and monsters are on the loose in Harry’s second year at Hogwarts™ School of Witchcraft...
Pointes of View
May 9 – 10, 2025
Enjoy a night of classical and contemporary ballet and witness the astounding talent of Dayton Ballet’s dancers.
Dayton Ballet School Concert: Magic Mirror
May 10, 2025
Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Magic Mirror, a captivating story ballet inspired by the Brothers Grimm fairytale, Snow White.
RESCHEDULED: Memorial Day Concert
May 25, 2025
The Memorial Day Concert at Carillon Park has been postponed due to the Spring 2025 NATO Parliamentary Assembly.
Concert For Peace Conducted By Marin Alsop
May 29, 2025
About the Program Experience a once-in-a-lifetime musical event that unites cultures and celebrates the power of peace. World-renowned conductor Marin...
Stained Glass Concert At St. Margaret’s Episcopal Church
June 1, 2025
About the Program DPAA’s Stained Glass Concert—the Norma Ross Memorial Community Concerts—is part of a series of community outreach efforts...
Michael Cavanaugh
The Music of Paul Simon, James Taylor, and Neil Diamond
June 7, 2025
Experience an unforgettable evening with Michael Cavanaugh featuring the music of Paul Simon, James Taylor, and Neil Diamond! Handpicked by...
Stained Glass Concert At New Season Ministry
June 8, 2025
About the Program DPAA’s Stained Glass Concert—the Norma Ross Memorial Community Concerts—is part of a series of community outreach efforts...
Saint-Saëns’s Organ Symphony
June 13 – 14, 2025
The sweet and familiar melodies hung between moments of blazing climactic glory will have audiences at the edge of their seats.
Father’s Day Concert
June 15, 2025
Enjoy patriotic tunes, rousing marches, and more at this family-friendly festival full of fun activities, food, and more!
Garrick Ohlsson Plays Rach 2
September 19 – 20, 2025
About the Program Imagine a symphony that doesn’t follow traditional rules but instead feels like a living, breathing force of...
John Williams & Friends
September 27, 2025
Famed Hollywood Music Director Richard Kaufman leads an evening of cinematic favorites from the legendary John Williams and other renowned...
With Friends, For Friends
October 3 – 4, 2025
About the Program In this special event, we celebrate Neal Gittleman and the Orchestra. The concert begins with three world...
Giselle
October 10 – 12, 2025
Inspiring modern works such as Black Swan and Corpse Bride, Giselle begins as a sweet, romantic story but transforms into...
Barbie The Movie: In Concert
October 25, 2025
Dance the night away with Barbie The Movie: In Concert! The record-shattering, full-length feature film is accompanied by live orchestra,...
Bizet’s Carmen
November 1 – 2, 2025
A tempestuous heart. A fatal attraction. Seductive music. This is Bizet’s iconic Carmen—the story of a fiery woman who dances...
Dayton Ballet School Ensemble: Momentum
November 8, 2025
Dayton Ballet School Ensemble, DPAA’s pre-professional training program, presents Momentum, a repertoire of classical and contemporary works.
Dayton Philharmonic Junior Strings & Youth Strings: String Sound
November 16, 2025
Join us for an inspiring afternoon as two of the Dayton Philharmonic’s youth orchestras—Junior Strings and Youth Strings—take the stage...
Queens of Soul
November 8, 2025
Celebrate the powerhouse women who changed the face of music. From Aretha and Tina to Whitney, Adele, and more, Queens...
Canadian Brass
November 22, 2025
The world’s premier brass ensemble reunites with the Dayton Philharmonic for a spectacular night of holiday cheer. Renowned for their...
The Nutcracker
December 13 – 22, 2025
After a record-breaking run in 2024, Brandon Ragland’s The Nutcracker returns, bringing holiday magic back to Dayton! Set in our...
Handel’s Messiah
December 16, 2025
Handel’s Messiah is a masterpiece of grandeur and devotion, weaving soaring melodies, triumphant choruses, and moments of profound reflection into...
The Nutcracker: Sensory Friendly
December 17, 2025
One of our most beloved performances, The Nutcracker: Sensory-Friendly, is designed for families of all kinds, especially those with autism,...
A Night of Symphonic Rock
January 24, 2026
Turn it up to eleven! Your orchestra is going full throttle with the biggest anthems in rock history. A Night...
Shostakovich 5 & Festive
January 30 – 31, 2026
About the Program Maestro Harada leads an exuberant program that reflects his own journey from Japan to Russia, where he...
The Cook-Off & Bon Appétit
February 6 – 7, 2026
You’re the studio audience for a delicious double feature! The Cook-Off, a fresh new comic opera, is set during a...
The Sleeping Beauty
February 20 – 22, 2026
An unforgettable experience for audiences of all ages, The Sleeping Beauty unfolds like a beautiful dream—where good triumphs over evil,...
Magic Carpet Concerts: Hansel & Gretel
February 24 – 26, 2026
Join Hansel and Gretel as they navigate a magical forest, encountering a delectable gingerbread house and triumphantly defeating a wicked...
Changes: A Symphonic Tribute to the Music of David Bowie
February 28, 2026
What better way to celebrate the genre-bending genius of David Bowie than with a full symphony and a killer rock...
An American Portrait: Gershwin, Barber & Beyond
March 6 – 7, 2026
About the Program This electrifying program celebrates the bold sounds and unmistakable spirit of American music. Gershwin’s “An American in...
Dayton Philharmonic Youth Orchestra Family Concert: Rhythms of Wonder—United by the Beat
March 8, 2026
Feel the pulse as the Dayton Philharmonic Youth Orchestra presents Rhythms of Wonder—United by the Beat! This family-friendly concert invites...
Dayton Philharmonic Junior Strings & Youth Strings: American Mosaic
March 15, 2026
Experience the growing artistry of the Dayton Philharmonic’s Junior Strings and Youth Strings as they present their second concert of...
Storm Large: Love, Lust & Rock ‘n’ Roll
March 28, 2026
From smoky jazz to rock anthems, showstoppers to sultry originals, Storm Large is a force of nature. Backed by her...
Dayton Ballet & DCDC Present: Rhythm of the City
April 10 – 12, 2026
Dayton’s two prominent professional dance companies— Dayton Ballet and Dayton Contemporary Dance Company (DCDC) —join forces with local musicians in...
DPAA Directors Present: American Soundscapes
April 18, 2026
About The Program DPAA’s Artistic Directors collaborate on a blockbuster celebration of American music and dance. From Copland’s lively “Hoe-Down”...
Opera Star John Holiday
April 25, 2026
Few voices in the world possess the rare versatility to master both classical and pop music—but John Holiday is an...
Young People’s Concert: The Orchestra Swings
April 29, 2026
Get ready to groove as the Dayton Philharmonic Orchestra presents The Orchestra Swings! In this high-energy concert, the orchestra brings...
At The Still Point
May 1 – 2, 2026
About the Program In this profound program, pianist Awadagin Pratt performs two concertos written especially for him, both inspired by...
Dayton Philharmonic Youth Orchestra Spring Concert
May 3, 2026
A kaleidoscope of musical brilliance awaits as the talented young musicians of the DPYO take the stage for the pinnacle...
Gershwin’s Porgy and Bess In Concert
May 15 – 16, 2026
Porgy and Bess premiered on Broadway in 1935 and its music took root in our culture, with iconic songs like...
California Dreamin’: Jessica Vosk Sings the Songs of Laurel Canyon
May 23, 2026
Broadway star and vocal powerhouse Jessica Vosk brings her signature warmth and flair to the golden age of West Coast...
Dayton Ballet School Concert: Enchanted Tales
May 30, 2026
Step into a world of wonder as the talented students of the Dayton Ballet School present Enchanted Tales! From charming...
Mahler 5 & Charles Yang
June 5 – 6, 2026
About the Program Prepare to be blown away! Violin virtuoso Charles Yang—of the genre-defying supergroup Time For Three—takes the stage...
Jazz Trumpeter Byron Stripling
June 20, 2026
Trumpet virtuoso Byron Stripling leads the way in an electrifying evening of jazz classics. With his signature blend of brilliance...
