The Best of John Williams 2023
New Jersey Symphony Special Concert - Symphony Celebration
Concert Information
Come see Epic Scores of John Williams and More! (May 30–June 2, 2024)
Couldn’t attend this 2023 performance of John Williams’ scores? Great seats are still available for the Symphony’s 2024 performance of Epic Scores of John Williams and More! Order today to be a part of our performances May 30–June 2, 2024 in Newark, Red Bank and New Brunswick.
Constantine Kitsopoulos conductor
New Jersey Symphony
John Williams Superman March
Shark Theme from Jaws
Theme from Jurassic Park
“Viktor’s Tale” from The Terminal
“Devil’s Dance” from The Witches of Eastwick
Excerpts from Close Encounters of the Third Kind
Cowboys Overture
“Harry’s Wondrous World” from Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone
Selections from Star Wars
“Across the Stars” from Star Wars Episode II: Attack of the Clones
“Anakin’s Theme” from Star Wars Episode I: The Phantom Menace
“Imperial March” from Star Wars Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back
“March” from 1941
“With Malice Toward None” from Lincoln
“Adventures on Earth” from E.T.: The Extra Terrestrial
Celebrate the music of iconic composer John Williams as your New Jersey Symphony brings to life some of his most legendary film scores. Relive the magic themes of Harry Potter, Jaws, Star Wars, Jurassic Park and more!
Hearing Williams’ music performed live is a true symphonic treat. Invite your family and friends for an awesome concert experience.
February 26 performance presented in collaboration with State Theatre New Jersey.
Program Update: Guest conductor Damon Gupton is unable to appear on the program due to illness. Constantine Kitsopoulos will conduct the concerts this weekend.
Please note: John Williams will not be in attendance for these performances. This concert features selections from John Williams’ scores; no film projection.
Come see Epic Scores of John Williams and More!
Couldn’t attend this performance of John Williams’ scores? Great seats are still available for the Symphony’s performance of Epic Scores of John Williams and More! Order today to be a part of our performances in Newark, Red Bank and New Brunswick.
Young Friends Happy Hour
Saturday, February 25, at 6:30 pm
Join your fellow Young Friends for a fun happy hour event before the performance at NICO Kitchen + Bar, including free appetizers and a meet-and-greet with New Jersey Symphony musicians.
This event is sold out! To receive notifications on the next Young Friends event, register for the Young Friends program at njsymphony.org/youngfriends.
Concert Prelude
Saturday, February 25, at 7 pm
Enjoy a performance by the New Jersey Symphony Youth Orchestra’s String Ensemble, led by New Jersey Symphony violinist Naomi Youngstein.
Teen Connect
Sunday, February 26, at 2 pm
This special experience offers teen musicians a meet-and-greet with New Jersey Symphony musicians, plus discounted concert tickets. Purchase tickets at njsymphony.org/teenconnect.
Groups of 10 or more save on tickets!
Groups of 10 or more save 20% on individual ticket prices for most concerts! Bring members of your special event, clients, students, clubs and senior community residents—what constitutes a group is up to you!
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Programs and artists are subject to change.