Handel's Messiah
Handel’s sacred masterpiece comes to life with the full Christmas section along with selections from the second and third parts, including the iconic Hallelujah chorus. Conductor Kazem Abdullah leads the Virginia Symphony Orchestra alongside the Virginia Symphony Orchestra Chorus. The performance also features guest vocal soloists Jacqueline Echols, Amanda Crider, Matthew White, and Edwin Jhamaal Davis.
What to Expect
Southeastern Virginia’s grandest Messiah featuring the iconic Hallelujah chorus.
Event Details
Ages
Recommended for ages 6+
Neighborhood
Downtown Norfolk
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
Virginia Symphony Orchestra
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Classical music and choral music fans
Vibe
Sacred and festive
Energy Level
Low
Photo Friendly
Low
Weather Sensitivity
None
Location
Know Before You Go
- Hours: December 10 at 7:30Pm; December 11 at 7:30pm; December 12 at 2:30pm.
- Parking: Free on-site parking at the Regent University Theatre in Virginia Beach.
Tips & Advice
- Each performance is at a different venue in a different city, so make sure your ticket matches the venue and night you plan to attend.
- Choose the Regent University Theatre performance in Virginia Beach if you want free on-site parking right at the venue.
- The Saturday performance at First Baptist Church of Newport News is in the afternoon, so pick it if you'd rather not head out at night.
- Read the "What About the Music?" guide before you go to learn about the pieces, the composer and the guest soloists in this concert.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
What music will be performed?
Handel's Messiah, with the full Christmas section plus selections from the second and third parts, including the Hallelujah chorus.
Who is performing?
Kazem Abdullah conducts the Virginia Symphony Orchestra and the Virginia Symphony Orchestra Chorus. The soloists are soprano Jacqueline Echols, mezzo soprano Amanda Crider, tenor Matthew White and bass Edwin Jhamaal Davis.
Tell me about the chorus.
The 26/27 season marks the Virginia Symphony Orchestra Chorus's 37th anniversary and its 30th year under Chorusmaster Robert Shoup. The chorus has sung to sold-out houses in Prague, Vienna, Berlin, Salzburg and at the Kennedy Center.
Where do I park for the Regent University Theatre performance?
Free on-site parking is available at the Regent University Theatre.
Can I learn about the music before the concert?
Yes. The orchestra's "What About the Music?" guide covers the pieces, composers and guest artists in this concert.
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