The Best of John Williams

New Jersey Symphony Special Concert - Symphony Celebration

Concert Information

Constantine Kitsopoulos conductor
New Jersey Symphony

John Williams Superman March
Shark Theme from Jaws
Theme from Jurassic Park
“Viktor’s Tale” from The Terminal
“Devil’s Dance” from The Witches of Eastwick
Excerpts from Close Encounters of the Third Kind
Cowboys Overture
“Harry’s Wondrous World” from Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone
Selections from Star Wars
“Across the Stars” from Star Wars Episode II: Attack of the Clones
“Anakin’s Theme” from Star Wars Episode I: The Phantom Menace
“Imperial March” from Star Wars Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back
“March” from 1941
“With Malice Toward None” from Lincoln
“Adventures on Earth” from E.T.: The Extra Terrestrial

Celebrate the music of iconic composer John Williams as your New Jersey Symphony brings to life some of his most legendary film scores. Relive the magic themes of Harry Potter, Jaws, Star Wars, Jurassic Park and more!

Hearing Williams’ music performed live is a true symphonic treat. Invite your family and friends for an awesome concert experience.

February 26 performance presented in collaboration with State Theatre New Jersey.

Program Update: Guest conductor Damon Gupton is unable to appear on the program due to illness. Constantine Kitsopoulos will conduct the concerts this weekend.

Please note: John Williams will not be in attendance for these performances. This concert features selections from John Williams’ scores; no film projection.

Young Friends Happy Hour

Saturday, February 25, at 6:30 pm
Join your fellow Young Friends for a fun happy hour event before the performance at NICO Kitchen + Bar, including free appetizers and a meet-and-greet with New Jersey Symphony musicians.

This event is sold out! To receive notifications on the next Young Friends event, register for the Young Friends program at njsymphony.org/youngfriends.

Concert Prelude

Saturday, February 25, at 7 pm
Enjoy a performance by the New Jersey Symphony Youth Orchestra’s String Ensemble, led by New Jersey Symphony violinist Naomi Youngstein.

Teen Connect

Sunday, February 26, at 2 pm
This special experience offers teen musicians a meet-and-greet with New Jersey Symphony musicians, plus discounted concert tickets. Purchase tickets at njsymphony.org/teenconnect.

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Programs and artists are subject to change.