After an absence of 4 years, we welcome Anna Leese’s return to join the DSO and City Choir Dunedin on the Town Hall stage.

In 1936, following the death of a friend, Poulenc had a profound religious experience when he visited the shrine of the Black Virgin of Rocamadour. This led him back to Roman Catholicism, which in turn triggered a series of sacred works which included the Gloria, a captivating mixture of solemnity and mischievous exuberance.

Saint-Saëns may not have called his third symphony Organ but the instrument certainly has a starring role. The composer was an organist himself and knew how to use the instrument to spectacular effect. From its understated entry mid-way through the first movement, the organ helps to drive the symphony to a climactic ending. Under James Judd’s masterly direction, this promises to be a thrilling finale for DSO’s 2025 International Series.

Concert Information

• The concert starts at 7.30 pm. The foyer opens at 6.30 pm, and auditorium doors open at 7.00 pm.
• Please allow enough time to find parking as a lockout applies once the concert starts. Latecomers will not be admitted until a suitable break in the performance,
• The performance will last approximately 2 hours including a 20-minute interval.
• Programmes will be on sale before the concert and at interval - cash sales only.
• Tickets can be bought in person at The Regent Theatre until 5 pm on Friday, or on Saturday at the Town Hall Box Office from 6.30 pm. (Please note that The Regent Theatre's box office is open 11 am to 5 pm.