







Watch as dynamic concerto meets animated film.
Told through a mesmerizing hybrid of animated and live action filming, a magical Sprite embarks on a musical journey through the inner workings of an orchestra! Violin strings vibrate, brass valves slice air, and drumheads resonate like you’ve never seen before—all set to live music from the National Symphony Orchestra. By the film’s end, the orchestra comes together in a spectacular finale!
Conducted by Michelle Merrill and written by former Kennedy Center Composer-in-Residence Mason Bates, this NSO commission was co-created with Academy Award® nominated director/writer Gary Rydstrom and Academy Award® nominated animator Jim Capobianco.
Sensory Friendly Performance:
Concerts, Family / Kid-friendly
All Ages. Most enjoyed by ages 5+.
March 29th, 2026
March 29th, 2026
Philharmonia Fantastique: The Making of an Orchestra is at Washington's Concert Hall at The Trump Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, which is located at 2700 F Street NW, Washington, 20566.
Philharmonia Fantastique: The Making of an Orchestra tickets start at $23.
All Ages. Most enjoyed by ages 5+.
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