It will be a magical night as the Okanagan Symphony Orchestra presents the music of Harry Potter.
Harry, Hermione, Ron, and all the characters at the Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry need little introduction. Since 1997, the novels and movies have made Harry Potter one of the highest-grossing media franchises of all time.
Part of that magic is, of course, the music.
John Williams received Grammy and Oscar nominations for his work on the first three films. This symphony performance will feature a selection of his works from The Philosopher’s Stone, The Chamber of Secrets and The Prisoner of Azkaban.
Local actors will bring the characters to life, performing readings based on the Potter series. Antony Knight as Harry Potter and Nina Ogasawara as Hermione Granger, along with Frances Chiasson, directing the Okanagan Children’s Choir.
“I love Harry Potter, the books, the movies and most of all the music. John Williams’ score brings all of the characters to life in the most magical way. I can't wait for this show," says OSO music director Rosemary Thomson.
The OSO encourages patrons to come dressed as their favourite character. There will be fun photo opportunities in the lobby before each performance, with proceeds going to support OSO education programs.
Tickets are $20.50 for adults, $17 for seniors and $12.50 for students, plus fees and taxes. Performances are as follows;
- Vernon Performing Arts Centre – Friday, Oct. 26, 7 p.m. TicketSeller 250-549-7469
- Cleland Community Theatre (Penticton) – Saturday, Oct. 27, 2 p.m. tickets 888-974-9170
- Kelowna Community Theatre – Sunday, Oct. 28, 2 p.m. tickets 250-862-2867