Make the most out of your trip to the State Theatre. Pre-Performance Insights offer an illuminating and thought-provoking exploration of the State Theatre's symphony, classical dance, Broadway, and other events. Free of charge to State Theatre audiences, these entertaining and informative lectures offer both novice and experienced patrons a deeper appreciation of the performances and a richer perspective on the art form in general. Pre-Performance Insights for these events are available with your ticket purchase.

The State Theatre’s Symphony Series is made possible
through the generous support of The Blanche and Irving Laurie Foundation.

Nabucco in HD

The Royal Opera

Featured Speaker: Lian Farrer Wednesday, June 12, 2013, 6:30pm Location: State Theatre, 15 Livingston Avenue All seats: Free Admission

Performance information and ordering: Nabucco in HD

Nabucco in HD

The Royal Opera

Featured Speaker: Lian Farrer Wednesday, June 12, 2013, 1:30pm Location: State Theatre, 15 Livingston Avenue All seats: Free Admission

Performance information and ordering: Nabucco in HD

Romeo and Juliet

American Repertory Ballet

Friday, October 11, 2013, 7pm Location: TBD All seats: Free Admission

Performance information and ordering: American Repertory Ballet's Romeo and Juliet

Beijing Symphony Orchestra

Featured Speaker: Raymond Wojcik Saturday, October 19, 2013, 7pm Location: TBD All seats: Free Admission

Performance information and ordering: Beijing Symphony Orchestra

The Addams Family

Friday, October 25, 2013, 7pm Location: TBD All seats: Free Admission

Performance information and ordering: The Addams Family

The Addams Family

Saturday, October 26, 2013, 2pm Location: TBD All seats: Free Admission

Performance information and ordering: The Addams Family

The Addams Family

Saturday, October 26, 2013, 7pm Location: TBD All seats: Free Admission

Performance information and ordering: The Addams Family

Irish Chamber Orchestra

Featured Speaker: Raymond Wojcik Sunday, November 03, 2013, 2pm Location: TBD All seats: Free Admission

Performance information and ordering: Irish Chamber Orchestra

Godspell

Sunday, November 10, 2013, 6pm Location: TBD All seats: Free Admission

Performance information and ordering: Godspell

The Butterfly Lovers

Shanghai Ballet

Saturday, November 16, 2013, 7pm Location: TBD All seats: Free Admission

Performance information and ordering: Shanghai Ballet's The Butterfly Lovers

The Nutcracker

American Repertory Ballet

Saturday, December 21, 2013, 12pm Location: TBD All seats: Free Admission

Performance information and ordering: American Repertory Ballet's The Nutcracker

The Nutcracker

American Repertory Ballet

Saturday, December 21, 2013, 3:30pm Location: TBD All seats: Free Admission

Performance information and ordering: American Repertory Ballet's The Nutcracker

The Nutcracker

American Repertory Ballet

Sunday, December 22, 2013, 3:30pm Location: TBD All seats: Free Admission

Performance information and ordering: American Repertory Ballet's The Nutcracker

Vienna Concert - Verein Orchestra

Featured Speaker: Raymond Wojcik Sunday, February 02, 2014, 1pm Location: TBD All seats: Free Admission

Performance information and ordering: Vienna Concert - Verein Orchestra

Shen Wei Dance Arts

Thursday, February 06, 2014, 7pm Location: TBD All seats: Free Admission

Performance information and ordering: Shen Wei Dance Arts

Memphis

Friday, February 07, 2014, 7pm Location: TBD All seats: Free Admission

Performance information and ordering: Memphis

Memphis

Saturday, February 08, 2014, 2pm Location: TBD All seats: Free Admission

Performance information and ordering: Memphis

Memphis

Saturday, February 08, 2014, 7pm Location: TBD All seats: Free Admission

Performance information and ordering: Memphis

Haifa Symphony Orchestra of Israel

Featured Speaker: Raymond Wojcik Sunday, February 16, 2014, 2pm Location: TBD All seats: Free Admission

Performance information and ordering: Haifa Symphony Orchestra of Israel

The Sleeping Beauty

Moscow Festival Ballet

Saturday, April 12, 2014, 7pm Location: TBD All seats: Free Admission

Performance information and ordering: The Sleeping Beauty

West Side Story

Friday, May 30, 2014, 7pm Location: TBD All seats: Free Admission

Performance information and ordering: West Side Story

West Side Story

Saturday, May 31, 2014, 1pm Location: TBD All seats: Free Admission

Performance information and ordering: West Side Story

West Side Story

Saturday, May 31, 2014, 7pm Location: TBD All seats: Free Admission

Performance information and ordering: West Side Story

West Side Story

Sunday, June 01, 2014, 7pm Location: TBD All seats: Free Admission

Performance information and ordering: West Side Story