Handel’s “Dublin” Messiah
Experience Handel’s great oratorio performed in its original 1742 Dublin version, conducted by Irish-Canadian baroque specialist Kevin Mallon. The production features vocal soloists Sinéad White, Krisztina Szabó, Nils Brown, and James Westman alongside Symphony Nova Scotia. The 80-voice Symphony Nova Scotia Chorus takes the stage to fill the auditorium with the glorious “Hallelujah” chorus.
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Tickets
Tickets start at $48.50 (HST and fees included); tickets for under-30s and students are $36.50 (HST and fees included). Ticket packages offer savings of up to 25%.
Hours
7:30 pm on Friday, December 18, 2026, and Saturday, December 19, 2026.
Parking
Free street parking is available around the Dalhousie Arts Centre; parking is also available in Dunn parking lot after 6:30 pm and in two Seymour Street parkades after 6:30 pm.
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- Log in before booking and agree to the Terms and Conditions at checkout to complete your ticket order.
- Choose “Hold at Box Office” if needed, and collect your tickets on arrival, up to one hour before the concert.
- Choose “Print at Home” to receive your tickets as a PDF attachment with your confirmation email.
- Leave scented products at home, as Dalhousie University asks event attendees to respect its scent-free environment.
- Use free street parking around the Dalhousie Arts Centre, or park in Dunn lot or a Seymour Street parkade after 6:30 pm.
Special Events & Promotions
- Under-30s and students can buy discounted tickets.
- Ticket packages offer savings of up to 25%.
- The new Flex10 Pass offers discounted, flexible tickets that can be shared and redeemed throughout the season.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What version of Messiah is being performed?
The concert presents Handel’s original 1742 Dublin version.
Who is performing?
Kevin Mallon conducts, with soloists Sinéad White, Krisztina Szabó, Nils Brown, and James Westman, alongside the Symphony Nova Scotia Chorus.
What ticket options are available for younger audiences and students?
Under-30s and students can book at a discounted rate.
Are there ticket packages or flexible ticket options?
Ticket packages offer savings, and the Flex10 Pass can be redeemed throughout the season and shared with friends.
What refreshments are available at the venue?
Candy cart and bar services are available.
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