A nostalgic musical voyage through the breezy, laid-back sounds of the ‘70s and ‘80s, featuring hits from Hall & Oates, Christopher Cross, Fleetwood Mac, George Michael, Kenny Loggins, and more.
The BPO and BUCC honor the legendary Gospel Hall of Fame composer, pianist, and choir leader with a heartfelt selection from his many contributions to worship anthems and beyond. Smallwood bridged traditional church music, classical orchestral training, and contemporary R&B, recording with artists including Whitney Houston, Stevie Wonder, Boyz II Men, and Destiny’s Child. His modern-day hymn, Total Praise crossed denominations, races, and cultures throughout the Christian world.
Just Buffalo Literary Center's BABEL Author Series presents Sigrid Nunez, National Book Award-winning author of nine novels including the New York Times bestseller The Friend and What Are You Going Through (adapted into the film The Room Next Door). Doors open at 6:30 PM; Author Reception for Premium Access ticketholders starts at 6:30 PM.
Be part of a landmark world premiere as the BPO unveils Richard Danielpour’s Francis: An Oratorio in Nine Scenes, a sweeping new work inspired by St. Francis of Assisi and marking the 800th anniversary of his death. Through large-scale sound and intimate storytelling, the oratorio reflects on compassion, care for creation, shared humanity, and the search for meaning in our own time.
Be part of a landmark world premiere as the BPO unveils Richard Danielpour’s Francis: An Oratorio in Nine Scenes, a sweeping new work inspired by St. Francis of Assisi and marking the 800th anniversary of his death. Through large-scale sound and intimate storytelling, the oratorio reflects on compassion, care for creation, shared humanity, and the search for meaning in our own time.
The magical celebration of the Day of the Dead introduces Miguel, a young boy with dreams of becoming a musician like his idol. On a mysterious journey to the colorful Land of the Dead, he meets a charming trickster who helps him unlock the ban on music his family has imposed. Oscar® and Grammy®-winning composer Michael Giacchino’s score is performed live while the film is projected overhead.
Born September 26, 1898, George Gershwin’s influence on 20th century music still resonates today. The BPO celebrates his birthday with works from Rhapsody in Blue and Strike Up The Band to Porgy and Bess and An American in Paris.
**Single tickets for the 2026-27 season go on sale Saturday, July 11.** Ron Spigelman, conductor Alexandra McArthur, vocals Gershwin’s music lives at the crossroads of concert hall brilliance and American popular song, instantly recognizable and endlessly fresh. Under Ron Spigelman, the BPO celebrates Gershwin’s birthday with vocalist Alexandra McArthur bringing favorites to life, including I […]
Born September 26, 1898, George Gershwin’s influence on 20th century music still resonates today. The BPO celebrates his birthday with works from Rhapsody in Blue and Strike Up The Band to Porgy and Bess and An American in Paris.
