Handel's Messiah
Attendees will experience Handel’s choral masterpiece performed live by the Houston Symphony alongside guest soloists and the Houston Symphony Chorus. The program is filled with expressive arias and refrains, including the iconic 'Hallelujah' Chorus. The performance includes a 20-minute intermission.
What to Expect
Performed live by the Houston Symphony and Houston Symphony Chorus.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Neighborhood
Downtown Houston
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
Houston Symphony
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Classical music fans and older children
Vibe
Uplifting and festive
Energy Level
Low
Budget
$$$
Photo Friendly
Low
Weather Sensitivity
None
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: Tickets starting at $58. – Get tickets
- Hours: Friday 7:30 PM; Saturday 7:30 PM; Sunday 2:00 PM.
Tips & Advice
- Leave children under 6 at home, because the concert has an age limit of 6 and up for everyone attending.
- Arrive early and settle in, since doors at Jones Hall open an hour before the concert starts.
- Gather ten or more people and book through Group Sales to get 10% off your tickets for the performance.
- If you can't get to Jones Hall, buy the livestream of the Saturday performance and watch from home.
- Pair Messiah with two other concerts, such as Very Merry Pops or Holiday Brass, to turn your ticket into a discounted Pick 3+ Subscription.
Special Events & Promotions
- Saturday performance also offered as a livestream, sold separately.
- Groups of 10 or more get 10% off through Group Sales.
- Add two more concerts to make a Pick 3+ Subscription and save up to 20%.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I bring my kids?
Children 6 and older can attend. The concert has an age limit of 6 and up.
Who is performing?
Ken-David Masur conducts the Houston Symphony. The soloists are soprano Joélle Harvey, mezzo-soprano Sun-Ly Pierce, tenor Nicholas Phan and baritone Dashon Burton. The Houston Symphony Chorus is directed by Anthony J. Maglione.
Will they perform the Hallelujah Chorus?
Yes. The "Hallelujah" Chorus is part of the performance, along with Messiah's arias and refrains.
Is there an intermission or a pre-concert talk?
There's a 20-minute intermission. There is no Prelude discussion before this concert.
Can I watch from home?
Yes. A livestream is offered for the Saturday performance.
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