A Midsummer Nights Dream

A Midsummer Nights Dream

Concert or Performance

Highlights

  • Experience Weber's shimmering Oberon Overture as it sets a magical tone for the evening's performance.
  • Delight in Shostakovich's Concerto featuring TSO Principal Trumpet Fletcher Cox's debut alongside New Zealand pianist Sylvia Jiang.
  • Immerse yourself in Mendelssohn's enchanting music, capturing both mischief and joy, culminating in the Wedding March.
  • Enjoy a family-friendly atmosphere at the concert, ensuring a memorable night for all ages in Hobart.
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Shostakovich’s Concerto for Piano, Trumpet and Strings is the perfect canvas for two young stars to shine as TSO Principal Trumpet Fletcher Cox makes his solo debut alongside New Zealand pianist, Sylvia Jiang.

Mendelssohn’s music for A Midsummer Night’s Dream, which he started writing at just 16, captures enchantment and mischief before culminating in the joyful, instantly recognisable Wedding March.

The program is opened by Weber’s shimmering Oberon Overture, while Estonian conductor Olari Elts brings his irrepressible energy to the podium.

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Dates & times

  • Next occurrence: 1 May 2026

Features

  • Family Friendly
  • Non Smoking
Accessibility

Actively welcomes people with access needs.

General access

  • Offers multiple options for booking – web, email, phone is available.
  • Offers a range of contact methods for receiving complaints.
  • Companion Cards are accepted.

Physical – Wheelchair

  • Caters for people who use a wheelchair.

  • Step free outdoor pathways (includes picnic areas, barbecues and shelters)
  • An accessible public toilet which is unlocked.
  • A wheelchair accessible toilet / shower and change room is available.

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