Last night we attended Music under the Stars at the Toledo Zoo’s Amphitheatre.
Music Under the stars is presented by the Toledo Symphony and is free, that’s right, I said FREE! Thanks to the headline sponsor, Mercy, and support from The Andersons, the Toledo Community Foundation, Huntington Bank, Taylor Cadillac, and the Toledo Zoo.
It is such a wonderful way to introduce your youngsters to the Symphony in an outdoor setting that is kiddo friendly. So if you need to walk around with your toddler you can simply get up and walk around while still enjoying the music. Or, if your toddler is inspired to dance after watching the Ardan Academy of Irish Dancers on stage she can. The dancers were amazing…
And the zoo has a variety of yummy treats too! Nothing like a cold refreshing ice cream during intermission…
While waiting in line for ice cream, and what a line…
…we had the pleasure of listening to Summerstock Toledo who will be presenting My Favorite Year at Ottawa Hills School July 27th and 28th at 8pm and July 29th at 3pm. Summerstock Toledo is a non-profit, student run theatre company. We are committed to offering theatrical opportunities to high school students in the Toledo area. Our students not only perform on the stage, but also run the business and technical aspects of the show. Read more…
The theme for last night’s concert was “Music of the Movies” which included pieces from movies such as Pirates of the Caribbean, Selections from The Sound of Music, Theme from Superman, Selections from Star Wars, and more.
It was nice because there were a variety of genera that our entire family enjoyed. I and the girls adored the Selections from The Sound of Music that was conducted by Sam Szor who made a special appearance! Many in the crowd started singing along. My hubby and son favored the theme from Superman and Star Wars selections.
Upcoming concerts:
July 29th “Passport to Europe”
Jason Stumbo, conductor with Voices of Harmony
August 5 “Americana”
Rodney Dorsey, conductor
August 12 “That’s All Folks”
Kenneth Thompson, conductor
Have you been to Music under the Stars? Or perhaps you have attended something similar in your neck of the woods? If you have what is your favorite part, the music, the fact that it is outdoors, the entire atmosphere? If not does it seem like something your family would be interested in attending?
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