Symphonic Tales of Heroes & Legends

Orchestra Nova is proud to present our first concert for 2025, Symphonic Tales of Heroes and Legends. Join us at 2pm on Sunday, March 16th at the Warners Bay Theatre for an exciting lineup of iconic themes. 

In keeping with Orchestra Nova’s tradition of an annual Children’s concert, this family-friendly event will showcase various instruments and offer lots of interactive fun for the audience. Kids are encouraged to come dressed as their favourite hero or legend for a chance to win a prize!

The programme includes:

• J. WILLIAMS Raiders of the Lost Ark

• G. BIZET Les Toreadors - Carmen

• K. BADELT Pirates of the Caribbean

• E. GRIEG In the Hall of the Mountain King

• J. STRAUSS Radetsky March

• S. PROKOFIEV Montagues and Capulets - Romeo and Juliet

• G. VERDI Triumphal March - Aida

• L. ANDERSON The Waltzing Cat

• A. SULLIVAN The Pirates of Penzance

This concert marks a significant milestone for Orchestra Nova. We are thrilled to feature two special guest conductors: John Kellaway, who has led the orchestra throughout this term, and Ross Fiddes, both of whom played a pivotal role in founding O.N. (then known as the Novocastrian Arts Orchestra) in the ‘90s. They will be joined by our returning assistant conductor, Stephen Aveling-Rowe.

Tickets are $20 for adults, $10 concession and $5 for children, and will be available for purchase online via Sticky Tickets or at the door.