Wiri Licensing Trust Presents MSO Family Concert 2025

R STRAUSS ALSO SPRACH ZARATHUSTRA OPENING
HOLST JUPITER FROM THE PLANETS
PROKOFIEV PETER AND THE WOLF
MENDELSSOHN VIOLIN CONCERTO ALLEGRO MOLTO VIVACE
J. WILLIAMS FLYING THEME FROM E.T.
GLUCK DANCE OF THE BLESSED SPIRITS
WAGNER, DONIZETTI & HANDEL ARIA SELECTION
GRAY THUNDERBIRDS ARE GO!


BRENT STEWART CONDUCTOR
UAEA FUNAKI MC
SUZY CATO NARRATOR
NORA QU FLUTE
HAYDEN CHIU VIOLIN
NICHOLAS TARLING ARIA COMPETITION 2025 PRIZE WINNERS:
BREONY BEARMAN SOPRANO
JASMINE JESSEN SOPRANO
SAMUEL MATAELE COUNTERTENOR

Join us for an exhilarating journey through space and sound at the MSO Family Concert! This cosmic-themed program will transport audiences to the stars, offering a captivating experience for all generations.

The concert opens with the awe-inspiring grandeur of Also Sprach Zarathustra, famously featured in 2001: A Space Odyssey. Holst’s majestic Jupiter then takes you to the very heart of the solar system, while Williams’ iconic Flying Theme from E.T. invites you on a soaring interstellar adventure. Adding a touch of space-age nostalgia, the thrilling Thunderbirds Are Go! theme is sure to ignite imaginations.

Prokofiev’s beloved Peter and the Wolf, a timeless musical tale that introduces children to the instruments of the orchestra, promises fun for all ages. We welcome the much-loved and magical Suzy Cato as narrator.

We are excited to welcome two young soloists, 12-year-old flautist Nora and 14-year-old violinist Hayden, to the stage for their debut performances alongside the accomplished winners of the Nicholas Tarling Aria Competition.

Family Special: Bring the whole whānau and enjoy our special discount - two adults and two children, for just $65.
Programme suitable for children 5 years and above.

For a full overview of the orchestra's 2025 year season, visit the MSO website www.manukausymphony.org.nz
or request the 2025 brochure from:
admin@manukausymphony.org.nz
(09) 577 3031.

Students must hold a valid student ID.
No children under 11 years without parental supervision. Not suitable for children under 5 years of age.
Service fees apply.

For wheelchair bookings please call 0800 BUYTIX hotline (wheelchair bookings are not available online).

Onsite Box Office opens two hours before show start.

Entrance: Enter through Gate 1 or 2
Parking: FREE for this event.