WHAT: Mayor Craig Greenberg, Louisville Zoo Director Dan Maloney, and Louisville Orchestra Chief Executive Graham Parker will announce the return of ROARchestra — a concert event at the Louisville Zoo.
WHEN: Wednesday, May 22 at 10:30 a.m. The Louisville Zoo — Lion Exhibit
*Please enter off Trevilian Way. Follow bus lot signs by staying in the far-right lane and arrive in the first tier of the bus lot. A staff person will greet you at Gate 5 by the African Outpost at the end of this first tier lot.
*Please arrive by 10:15 a.m.
About ROARchestra
With its rich history dating back to 1989, ROARchestra is a deep well of nostalgia and fond memories for our community. Both the Louisville Zoo and Louisville Orchestra are thrilled to announce its triumphant return on Saturday, July 6, following a 15-year hiatus. Doors open at 7 p.m., allowing guests to explore the Zoo or get settled in the Oasis Field. The concert, conducted by Teddy Abrams, begins 8:30 p.m. under the stars. Abrams will be joined by guest vocalists Jason Clayborn and Daria Raymore, as well as backup singers Teaira Dunn, CeCe Dunn, and Latiana Clayborn. The evening will be a blend of classical masterpieces and soulful pop hits. This unique fusion promises a lineup that will resonate with audiences of all tastes. The concert will kick off with Leonard Bernstein’s energetic Three Dance Episodes from “On the Town,” setting the stage for an unforgettable musical journey. Audiences will then be immersed in the profound depths of Dvořák’s Symphony No. 9, a true masterpiece that will captivate and inspire.
Event Details
Date: Saturday, July 6, 2024
Time: Doors open at 7 p.m., Concert begins at 8:30 p.m.
Venue: The Louisville Zoo Oasis Tent & Field
Admission: Adults — $30, Children 3-11 — $15, Children 2 and under — Free! Parking is included with admission
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