(NEWARK, NJ) --The New Jersey Symphony Orchestra presents screenings of the complete film Star Wars: A New Hope with Oscar-winning composer John Williams’ musical scores performed live on Thanksgiving weekend, November 23–25. Performances take place in Red Bank, Newark, and New Brunswick.
In the first film of the original Star Wars trilogy, Luke Skywalker begins a journey that will change the galaxy, as he leaves his home planet, battles the evil Empire and learns the ways of the Force. Fans will be able to experience the scope and grandeur of this beloved film in a live symphonic concert experience at three New Jersey venues.
The NJSO performs A New Hope on November 23 at 3:00pm and 8:00pm at the Count Basie Center for the Arts in Red Bank, November 24 at 3:00pm and 8:00pm at NJPAC in Newark, and November 25 at 3:00pm and 8:00pm at State Theatre New Jersey in New Brunswick.
Since the release of the first Star Wars movie more than 40 years ago, the Star Wars saga has had a seismic impact on both cinema and culture, inspiring audiences around the world with its mythic storytelling, captivating characters, groundbreaking special effects and iconic musical scores composed by Williams.
The Orchestra performs Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back—the second film in the Star Wars: Film Concert Series—on January 3 at 7:30pm and January 4 at 8:00pm at the Count Basie Center for the Arts, January 5 at 3:00pm and 8:00pm at NJPAC, and January 6 at 3:00pm and 8:00pm at State Theatre New Jersey in New Brunswick.
Single tickets for all dates and locations start at $35 and are available from the NJSO online at njsymphony.org, by phone at 1.800.ALLEGRO (255.3476) or in person at 60 Park Place, Suite 900, in Newark. NJSO Patron Services hours are Monday–Friday, 9 am–5 pm, and concert Saturdays, 11 am–5 pm.
Tickets for the November 23, January 3 and January 4 performances are available from the Count Basie Center for the Arts online at thebasie.org, by phone at 732.842.9000 or in person at 99 Monmouth Street in Red Bank. Box office hours are Monday–Friday, 12–6 pm; Saturday, 12–3 pm, and concert Sundays beginning three hours prior to a performance.
Tickets for the November 24 and January 5 performances are available for purchase from NJPAC online at njpac.org, by phone at 1.888.GO.NJPAC (888.466.5722) or in person at 1 Center Street in Newark. In-person box office hours are Tuesday–Saturday, 12–6 pm, and beginning three hours prior to Sunday performances.
Tickets for the November 25 and January 6 performances are available from State Theatre New Jersey online at stnj.org, by phone at 732.246.SHOW (7469) or in person at 15 Livingston Ave in New Brunswick. State Theatre New Jersey Guest Services hours are Monday—Friday, 10 am–6 pm, and at least three hours prior to curtain on performance dates unless otherwise specified.
PROGRAMS
STAR WARS: A NEW HOPE IN CONCERT
Fri, Nov 23, at 3 pm and 8 pm | Count Basie Center for the Arts in Red Bank
Sat, Nov 24, at 3 pm and 8 pm | NJPAC in Newark
Sun, Nov 25, at 3 pm and 8 pm | State Theatre New Jersey in New Brunswick
CONSTANTINE KITSOPOULOS conductor
NEW JERSEY SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
Luke Skywalker begins a journey that will change the galaxy, as he leaves his home planet, battles the evil Empire and learns the ways of the Force. Don’t miss Star Wars: A New Hope in concert, with the New Jersey Symphony Orchestra performing John Williams’ Oscar-winning score live to the complete film.
Presentation licensed by Disney Concerts in association with 20th Century Fox, Lucasfilm Ltd., and Warner/Chappell Music. © 2018 & TM LUCASFILM LTD. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. © DISNEY
3 pm performance on Nov 23 presented in collaboration with Count Basie Center for the Arts. Nov 25 performances presented in collaboration with State Theatre New Jersey.
STAR WARS: THE EMPIRE STRIKES BACK IN CONCERT
Thu, Jan 3, at 7:30 pm | Count Basie Center for the Arts in Red Bank
Fri, Jan 4, at 8 pm | Count Basie Center for the Arts in Red Bank
Sat, Jan 5, at 3 pm and 8 pm | NJPAC in Newark
Sun, Jan 6, at 3 pm and 8 pm | State Theatre New Jersey in New Brunswick
CONSTANTINE KITSOPOULOS conductor
NEW JERSEY SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
After the destruction of the Death Star, the Empire has regrouped—with Darth Vader leading the hunt for Luke Skywalker. Star Wars and the New Jersey Symphony Orchestra join forces for Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back in concert, featuring the iconic movie on the big screen with the NJSO performing John Williams’ legendary score live.
Presentation licensed by Disney Concerts in association with 20th Century Fox, Lucasfilm Ltd., and Warner/Chappell Music. © 2018 & TM LUCASFILM LTD. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. © DISNEY
Jan 3 performance presented in collaboration with Count Basie Center for the Arts. Jan 6 performances presented in collaboration with State Theatre New Jersey.
The Star Wars: Film Concert Series is produced under license by Disney Concerts in association with 20th Century Fox and Warner/Chappell Music.
STAR WARS and related properties are trademarks and/or copyrights, in the United States and other countries, of Lucasfilm Ltd. and/or its affiliates. © & TM Lucasfilm Ltd.
