An American in Paris
With the Minnesota OrchestraFri Aug 9 — Sat Aug 10, 2024
Orchestra Hall
Celebrated as one of the “Top Ten Movie Musicals of All Time” by the American Film Institute, An American in Paris features stunning performances by Gene Kelly and Leslie Caron, brought to life through the irresistible melodies of George Gershwin. In the embrace of a live full symphony orchestra, the whole audience experiences a performance of the film score while the movie plays on screen—‘S Wonderful!
A Few Things to Know
- Enjoy $6 Happy Hour while you listen to free entertainment by outstanding local performers in the Target Atrium. Enjoy food vendors inside Orchestra Hall and food trucks outside the Peavey Entrance on Nicollet Mall. See full schedule.
- Come early and enjoy a delicious Bubbles and Bites package prepared by Wandering Kitchen featuring a charcuterie box paired with your choice of bubbles, wine or a non-alcoholic sparkling beverage. Read more about these tasty offerings.
• Purchase for Sat, 8/9
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Artists
Minnesota Orchestra
Sarah Hicks
conductor
The Grammy Award-winning Minnesota Orchestra, now in its second century, ranks among America’s top symphonic ensembles, with a distinguished history of acclaimed performances in its home state and around the world; award-winning recordings, broadcasts and educational engagement programs; and a commitment to intentionally build concert programs to feature more works by composers of color, exploring music both contemporary and historic. In September 2024, Danish conductor Thomas Søndergård begins his second season as music director.
Sarah Hicks is the Minnesota Orchestra’s principal conductor of Live at Orchestra Hall, a role in which she oversees planning for and conducts many concerts in the broad-spectrum series of popular music, jazz, Broadway classics, movie scores and other genres. She also conducted the Inside the Classics and Sam & Sarah series for ten seasons.
Plan your visit
- Pre-concert activities
- Valet Parking
- Pre-order Beverages
- Directions & Parking
- Helpful Tips
Makers Market
When: Pre-concert
Where: Lobby
Welcoming a handful of the Twin Cities' top brands curated by our community partner Shemeka Bogan for a pre-concert makers market.
Know Before You Go
An engaging performance awaits, and the fun doesn’t stop there. Make this visit your own with food and activity options. Browse these helpful tips, and when your concert date arrives, all you have to do is sit back and enjoy.
Directions & Parking
All the information you need to know for getting to and from Orchestra Hall. Parking is just steps away from Orchestra Hall in the city-owned and skyway-connected 11th and Marquette Ramp.
Download the MinnOrch App
With our mobile app, you can pre-order intermission drinks, scan your ticket for entry and more. You'll also get exclusive deals just for app users!
Video: Minnesota Orchestra Presents: An American in Paris
Accessibility Services
- Armless & Bariatric Chairs
- Assistive Listening Devices
- Large-Print Programs
- Noise-Cancelling Headphones
- Service Animals
- Wheelchair & Accessible Seating
Additional services are available upon request.
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