The Wichita Grand Opera proudly presents Leonard Bernstein's brilliant comic operetta, Candide, on April 27th and 28th, 2024 at Century II Concert Hall. Acclaimed actor Kelsey Grammer, of Cheers and Frasier fame, stars in this concert version production and brings his signature wit and charisma telling the tale of this glittering satire.

The production also features Metropolitan Opera singer and stage director Emily Pulley as well as rising stars Jonathan Johnson and Amy Owens, who perform the leading roles of Candide and Cunegonde. Inspired by Voltaire's eponymous novella, the story follows the adventures of the innocent Candide on a quest for meaning and happiness in a world ravaged by absurdity and chaos. Bernstein's dazzling score incorporates a whirlwind of musical styles, ranging from lush European romanticism to jazzy American rhythms, whirling waltzes, a sardonic bolero, and a red-hot tango. With Grammer's legendary wit, the vocal pyrotechnics of the cast and the vibrant energy of the WGO Chorus & Orchestra, this concert promises to be an unforgettable night of passion and laughter.

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The Wichita Grand Opera proudly presents Leonard Bernstein's brilliant comic operetta, Candide, on April 27th and 28th, 2024 at Century II Concert Hall. Acclaimed actor Kelsey Grammer, of Cheers and Frasier fame, stars in this concert version production and brings his signature wit and charisma telling the tale of this glittering satire.

The production also features Metropolitan Opera singer and stage director Emily Pulley as well as rising stars Jonathan Johnson and Amy Owens, who perform the leading roles of Candide and Cunegonde. Inspired by Voltaire's eponymous novella, the story follows the adventures of the innocent Candide on a quest for meaning and happiness in a world ravaged by absurdity and chaos. Bernstein's dazzling score incorporates a whirlwind of musical styles, ranging from lush European romanticism to jazzy American rhythms, whirling waltzes, a sardonic bolero, and a red-hot tango. With Grammer's legendary wit, the vocal pyrotechnics of the cast and the vibrant energy of the WGO Chorus & Orchestra, this concert promises to be an unforgettable night of passion and laughter.

Tickets are now available at Select a Seat.
Read more.

High school orchestras perform for comments and meet with WSU faculty.

Heralded as “one of the finest university bands in the nation,” The WSU Wind Ensemble has received critical acclaim for its “musically emotional and technically detailed performances.” Performing traditional standards to world premieres, the Wind Ensemble focuses on advancing the art of wind band performance and cross-genre concertizing. Under the direction of Dr. Timothy Shade, the finest graduate and undergraduate performers in the School of Music make up this exciting, virtuosic ensemble.

Tickets can be purchased online through the Fine Arts Box Office or by phone at 316-978-3233.