SIMONE DINNERSTEIN
RETURNS WITH ERIE
PHILHARMONIC
Date: April 7
Address: Warner Theatre,
811 State Street, Erie
Contact: eriephil.org, or 814.455.1375
The Erie Philharmonic season
finale will open with Sergei
Prokofiev’s witty and spirited romp
in his “Classical Symphony.” Then,
Erie welcomes Simone Dinnerstein
back to the Warner Theatre to
perform a keyboard concerto by
J.S. Bach paired with a brand-new
work, co-commissioned by the
Erie Philharmonic, composed by
American icon Philip Glass. His new
Piano Concerto No. 3 is destined to
become an important contribution
to the genre. The season comes to a
stunning close with two suites from
Ravel’s “Daphnis et Chloé” ballet.
Ravel chose the most sumptuous
and sensuous music from his iconic
ballet to feature the sheer power
and sweep of an orchestra in full
bloom. Visit the website for ticket
information and other details.
events! The Erie Art Museum and
other independent galleries will
open their doors after hours for a
chance to explore the city’s vibrant
arts scene. Each gallery offers its
own exhibitions, entertainment,
refreshments and vibes. Visit the
website for more details.
FESTIVAL OF BIRDS AT
PRESQUE ISLE
Dates: May 18-20
Address: 301 Peninsula Drive, Erie
Contact: presqueisleaudubon.org, or
events.dcnr.pa.gov
The Festival of the Birds is a three-
day festival that is timed to showcase
the peak of songbird migration
through Presque Isle State Park. The
festival offers the desirable migrant
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SPRING
Inspiration
GALLERY NIGHT AT THE ERIE
ART MUSEUM
Date: March 9
Time: 7 to 10 p.m.
Address: 411 State Street, Erie
Contact: erieartmuseum.org, or
814.459.5477
Free and open to the public! Come
explore the city’s galleries at one
of Erie’s most unique Friday night
MILLCREEK
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