PIPE UP!
Why feel down when you can PIPE UP!?
This fall, Opera Philadelphia is throwing open the doors of the Wanamaker and inviting the city back into this historic space. Experience the Grand Court and beyond as never before with an unexpected performance series showcasing music, dance, art, theater, film, parties, and, of course, opera. At the heart of our programming is the iconic Wanamaker Grand Court Organ. Join us and a host of our favorite creative partners as we breathe new life into the Wanamaker. Presented in association with the Friends of the Wanamaker Organ.
Additional programming to be announced.
Saturday, Oct. 25 at 7:30 p.m. Peter Richard Conte and the Rodney Marsalis Philadelphia Big Brass
A 10-piece brass ensemble joins Peter Richard Conte on the Wanamaker Organ for an innovative concert featuring everything from Bach to Bourbon Street.
Oct. 27 - 31 at 7:00 p.m. Silent Classic Horror featuring live organ accompaniment
1920s horror films with live organ accompaniment on the Greek Hall Wurlitzer Organ.
Tuesday, Nov. 4 at 8:00 p.m. An Evening with Lawrence Brownlee
Join world-renowned tenor Lawrence Brownlee for an evening of arias in the Grand Court.
Monday, Nov. 10 at 7:00 p.m. Phantom of the Opera featuring the Wanamaker Grand Court Organ
Peter Richard Conte provides live organ accompaniment to Rupert Julian's 1925 silent film classic.
Friday, Nov. 14 at 12:30 p.m. An Afternoon with Peter Richard Conte Free organ concert
Wanamaker Grand Court organist Peter Richard Conte performs organ favorites at this free mid-day concert.
Saturday, Nov. 15, at 7:00 p.m. City to City A Youth Choir Celebration
Opera Philadelphia brings together the next generation of vocal talent from New York City and Philadelphia for an unforgettable evening of music in the iconic Grand Court.
Wednesday, Nov. 19, at 7:00 p.m. Nathalie Joachim in Concert
Grammy-nominated performer and composer Nathalie Joachim curates a concert highlighting her own compositions as well as works and artists that inspire her.
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Major support for PIPE UP! has been provided by Wyncote Foundation.
Additional support is provided by TF Cornerstone. Capacity building support for audience engagement and development has been provided by The Pew Center for Arts & Heritage.
Special thanks to Friends of the Wanamaker Organ.