SEASON 43 | 2026-2027
AUGUST 29, 2026 • 7PM • THE STUDIO LOFT
Every kaleidoscope begins with a single turn, and suddenly, everything changes. Symphonic Sensations III launches Season 43 with a bold and radiant introduction to The Colors of Us, where sound becomes light and music becomes motion. The MHFB Symphony fills the space with sweeping power and shimmering detail, revealing the beauty that emerges when many voices move together. Each note adds a new shade, each moment a new possibility. This is where the picture begins to form. And already, it’s breathtaking.
SEPTEMBER 13, 2026 • 4PM • CHAMBERS GRANT SALON
Fall arrives in full color and full swing. Autumn Skies & Pumpkin Pies brings the rich, cozy feeling of the season to life through the joyful sound of MHFB Swing. It’s warmth, laughter, and rhythm wrapped into one unforgettable afternoon. The music is playful, the energy inviting, and the vibe unmistakably festive. This is community gathered close, sharing something simple and beautiful. In the Kaleidoscope, even the coziest moments shine.
OCTOBER 17, 2026 • 2PM & 7PM • HISTORIC GRANT AVENUE
Something wickedly fabulous this way comes. Spooky 16: Witch, Please! delivers all the spectacle, sass, and spooky fun you love – bigger and bolder than ever. MHFB Winds conjures a world of magic, mischief, and theatrical chaos where anything can happen. It’s camp, costumes, and completely unforgettable. In the Kaleidoscope, even the shadows sparkle. Grab your coven and get ready for a night of playful mayhem.
The matinee show is rated PG-13 for language and adult themes.
The evening show is rated R for language, suggestive attire, and adult themes.
November 21, 2026 • 7PM • CHAMBERS GRANT SALON
As the sun begins to set, the world doesn’t fade, it glows. VIBRANT captures that fleeting, breathtaking moment when color deepens and everything feels alive with possibility. MHFB Strings bring warmth and richness to the Kaleidoscope, weaving together tones that shimmer, swell, and radiate from within. Each phrase is a brushstroke, each harmony a shifting hue. This is music that lingers and surrounds you. Here, the colors don’t disappear, they intensify.
DECEMBER 13, 2026 • 4PM • CHAMBERS GRANT SALON
The holidays deserve a little extra sparkle. Walkin’ in a Sequined Wonderland is a glittering celebration of joy, rhythm, and fabulous flair. The MHFB Swing band brings dazzling energy and playful charm to a season already full of magic. It’s music that twinkles, shines, and invites you to celebrate exactly as you are. Wrapped in sequins and sound, this is pure delight. In the Kaleidoscope, joy shimmers.
JANUARY 16, 2027 • 7PM • THE ELLIE CAULKINS OPERA HOUSE
Some music doesn’t just stay with you, it takes you somewhere. Adventure is Calling is a thrilling celebration of the iconic soundtracks that have shaped our sense of wonder, featuring the music of John Williams, the epic world of The Lord of the Rings, beloved favorites from Pixar, and so much more. From the first note, you’ll recognize the music, feel the excitement, and remember why you love it. MHFB Winds bring these unforgettable moments to life with energy, heart, and cinematic scale on the grand stage of the Ellie Caulkins Opera House. This is a night for everyone – fans, families, and first-time audiences alike. Come share the adventure together.
FEBRUARY 19, 2027 • 7PM • THE STUDIO LOFT
A prism doesn’t create color, it reveals it. PRISM brings the full spectrum of Season 43 into dazzling focus, transforming a single beam of sound into a radiant display of musical color. The MHFB Symphony explores contrast, brilliance, and connection, where bold hues collide and softer tones shimmer beneath the surface. Each piece reflects a different facet of identity and expression. This is Kaleidoscope at its most expansive, layered, luminous, and alive. Here, the full spectrum isn’t just seen, it’s felt.
MARCH 20, 2027 • 7PM • CHAMBERS GRANT SALON
Color moves. Music pulses. Celebration takes over. The Krewe of Olympus Carnival Ball returns in a dazzling swirl of purple, green, and gold, brought to life by the electrifying sound of MHFB Swing. This is a night of bold expression, playful energy, and joyful abandon. The rhythms invite you in, the atmosphere lifts you up, and the experience is unforgettable. In the Kaleidoscope, this is where the colors dance.
APRIL 10, 2027 • 7PM • THE STUDIO LOFT
What happens when everything shifts? Metamorpho-SIS explores transformation in all its playful, unpredictable glory. MHFB Winds take you on a journey through music that twists, evolves, and bursts into something new. It’s colorful, surprising, and alive with possibility. This is about growth, change, and becoming exactly who you’re meant to be. In the Kaleidoscope, nothing stays the same, and that’s the beauty of it.
MAY 15, 2027 • 7PM • CHAMBERS GRANT SALON
Not all color shines outward, some of it glows from within. REFLECTIONS invites us to pause and see the beauty shaped by memory, time, and connection. MHFB Strings create a luminous soundscape where silver and gold tones intertwine, delicate yet deeply resonant. Each note reveals new depth with every turn. This is music that reflects who we’ve been and who we’re becoming. In the Kaleidoscope, reflection is alive.
MELODIES OF PRIDE 2027
JUNE 22, 2027 • 7PM • CHEESEMAN PARK
Right here in Cheesman Park, music brings us together. The Rainbow Connection is a joyful, open-air celebration filled with warmth, laughter, and irresistible swing. It’s music that invites you in and reminds you how good it feels to be surrounded by community. It’s the “someday” we have dreamed of finding – the rainbow connection, the lovers, the dreamers, and MHFB. Bring a blanket, bring your people, and settle into the moment. In the Kaleidoscope, joy is shared in all colors, and rainbows have nothing to hide.
MELODIES OF PRIDE 2027
JUNE 24, 2027 • 7PM • THE GALLERIA AT THE ARTS COMPLEX
This is Pride with the volume all the way up. Loud, Proud, and Fabulous AF is a bold, high-energy celebration of identity and joy, powered by MHFB Winds. It’s music that demands to be heard and invites you to take up space. Surrounded by community, this becomes more than a concert, it becomes a declaration. Come as you are. Be loud. Shine.
Please review MHFB’s ticketing policies below. If you have any questions not addressed here or need an assistance with your tickets, contact us at info@mhfb.org.
GENERAL SEATING
Tickets for all MHFB performances in all venues are general admission seats unless otherwise stated on your ticket. Doors typically open one hour prior to the performance and all seating is open to patrons as they enter the space.
STUDENT & CHILD TICKETS
MHFB offers student pricing to all children of any age for all events. Children under the age of 5 do not need a ticket to any MHFB event except those in the Ellie Caulkins Opera House. For Ellie concerts, children under the age of 5 can get a ticket at the student rate.
ACCESSIBILITY
Accessibility information for each venue is listed on ticket purchase pages and at MHFB.org. Most of our venues meet standard accessibility guidelines. The exception is Historic Grant Avenue (HGA), a designated historical building that is not fully ADA compliant; it does have an entry ramp and wheelchair seating space, though options are more limited than at our other venues. For any event, please contact us as soon as possible after purchasing your ticket with any accessibility questions, concerns, or needs at info@mhfb.org.
CANCELLATION & REFUNDS
Refunds may be issued up to 24 hours before an event, to your original payment method; within 24 hours of a concert, no refunds or credits will be issued. If a performance is cancelled for any reason, we will contact you to arrange next steps for your tickets. For events at the Ellie Caulkins Opera House, the AXS cancellation and refund policy applies instead — please refer to the policy on the event page when purchasing tickets for this venue.
DIGITAL TICKETS
Digital tickets will be provided via email for all performances. To access the event you can display the digital ticket on any device, add the ticket to your mobile wallet, or bring a printed version of the ticket. We also maintain a door list at most events for check-in. For events in the Ellie Caulkins Opera House, you may be required to download the AXS app or access your digital tickets using specific links. Refer to your order confirmation from AXS for details. Physical tickets will not be mailed or be available at any venue for any performance.
