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    2024-25 OVS Season Subscription

    Gallipolis, OH
    United States
    Saturday, September 7, 2024 7:30 PM -
    Saturday, April 26, 2025 9:30 PM
    TICKET PRICES CURRENTLY AVAILABLE
    SEASON ADULT:
    Ticket Price: $130.00
    Fees: $4.16
    Order fees: $0.00

    SEASON SENIOR:
    Ticket Price: $120.00
    Fees: $3.84
    Order fees: $0.00

    SEASON STUDENT:
    Ticket Price: $65.00
    Fees: $2.08
    Order fees: $0.00

    SEASON FAMILY:
    Ticket Price: $375.00
    Fees: $12.00
    Order fees: $0.00

    SEASON ADDITIONAL FAMILY:
    Ticket Price: $0.00
    Fees: $0.00
    Order fees: $0.00


    TICKET SALE DATES
    SEASON ADULT / SEASON SENIOR / SEASON STUDENT / SEASON FAMILY / SEASON ADDITIONAL FAMILY Public Onsale: April 23, 2024 5:59 PM to April 26, 2025 9:30 PM

    PACKAGE DESCRIPTION

    The Ohio Valley Symphony’s 35th Season


     


    Coming to us straight from the Hollywood Bowl, maestro François López-Ferrer returns for a Fabulously French program on September 7th featuring the clarinetist Christopher Pell. Chris is performing the seldom heard and absolutely delightful Clarinet Concerto by Jean Francaix and other selections.


     


    The Enchantress Carline Waugh joins conductor Peter Stafford-Wilson on October 12th for a marvelous evening of vocal music by George Gershwin, Victor Herbert and Gian Carlo Menotti. 


     


    The Ohio Valley Symphony’s annual Christmas Show is a perennial favorite to set the tone for the holiday season. On December 7th Maestro Steven Huang selects an enticing blend of musical holiday treats.  Also featured is our annual fundraiser Maestro for a Moment!


     


    Daring Dances on March 15th will move you with a selection of dazzling dance music under the baton of conductor Michael Chertock leading the OVS through Ravel’s La Valse and Bolero.


     


    Max Bruch’s Concerto for Clarinet and Viola will feature two OVS members, Laura Sabo on clarinet and Bernard Di Gregorio on viola, in Romantic Spring on April 26th. Maestro Scott Woodward leads the orchestra.


    Every concert ticket includes a 6:45 p.m. Pre-concert Chat on the 3rd floor with the conductor and soloist of the evening, as well as a Post Concert Reception for you to meet the artists.



    Get Tickets
    $65.00 - $375.00
  • Jun
    1 Sat
    2024 Miss/Mr. Firecracker River Rec Pageant
    Gallia Co. Chamber of Commerce

    2024 Miss/Mr. Firecracker River Rec Pageant

    Gallipolis, OH
    United States
    Doors at 8:30 AM, Show at 9:00 AM
    TICKET PRICES CURRENTLY AVAILABLE
    INDIVIDUAL:
    Ticket Price: $7.00
    Fees: $1.71
    Order fees: $0.00

    VIP:
    Ticket Price: $10.00
    Fees: $2.02
    Order fees: $0.00

    ADA:
    Ticket Price: $7.00
    Fees: $1.71
    Order fees: $0.00


    TICKET SALE DATES
    INDIVIDUAL / VIP / ADA Public Onsale: May 13, 2024 4:48 PM to May 31, 2024 3:00 PM

    PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTION



    The Gallia County Chamber of Commence presents the Miss/Mr. Firecracker River Rec Pageant at the historic Ariel Opera House.
    FIRECRACKER PAGEANT


    June 1, 2024 at the Ariel Opera House


    Pageant at 9:00am, ticket prices $7-$10, doors open at 8:30pm


     


    Join us in celebrating the accomplishments of Gallia County youth and purchase your tickets today!


     


    Helping contestants to grow their self-confidence while preparing them for their future what the Chamber’s River Rec program is all about.  Our Royalty will have the opportunity to represent Gallia County while visiting fairs and festivals; all while learning social and public speaking skills.


     


    For more information visit the River Rec Pageants website.


    VIP seats are available for Rows A-F and Row AA and BB in the balcony. Group of 10 or more tickets get 10% off! 


    Door open 8:30am. Event starts at 9:00am. This is a Gallia Co. Chamber of Commerce production.


    Note there is no elevator to balcony seating. 
    Only bottled water is permitted in the historic auditorium, no food or other beverages.





    $7.00 - $10.00
  • Jun
    1 Sat
    2024 Queen & Young Miss Gallipolis River Rec Pageant
    Gallia Co. Chamber of Commerce

    2024 Queen & Young Miss Gallipolis River Rec Pageant

    Gallipolis, OH
    United States
    Doors at 5:30 PM, Show at 6:00 PM
    TICKET PRICES CURRENTLY AVAILABLE
    INDIVIDUAL:
    Ticket Price: $10.00
    Fees: $2.02
    Order fees: $0.00

    VIP:
    Ticket Price: $18.00
    Fees: $2.84
    Order fees: $0.00

    ADA:
    Ticket Price: $10.00
    Fees: $2.02
    Order fees: $0.00


    TICKET SALE DATES
    INDIVIDUAL / VIP / ADA Public Onsale: May 13, 2024 4:55 PM to May 31, 2024 3:00 PM

    PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTION






    The Gallia County Chamber of Commence presents the Miss & Young Miss River Rec Pageant at the historic Ariel Opera House. 


     


    GALLIPOLIS RIVER REC QUEEN PAGEANT


    June 1, 2024 at the Ariel Opera House


    Pageant at 6:00pm, ticket prices $10-$18, doors open at 5:30pm




    Join us in celebrating the accomplishments of Gallia County youth and purchase your tickets today!


     


    Helping contestants to grow their self-confidence while preparing them for their future what the Chamber’s River Rec program is all about.  Our Royalty will have the opportunity to represent Gallia County while visiting fairs and festivals; all while learning social and public speaking skills.


     


    For more information visit the River Rec Pageants website.


    VIP seats are available for Rows A-F. 


    Door open 5:30pm. Event starts at 6:00pm. This is a Gallia Co. Chamber of Commerce production.


    Only bottled water is permitted in the historic auditorium, no food or other beverages.







    $10.00 - $18.00
  • Sep
    7 Sat
    24-25 OVS Sept 7, Fabulously French

    24-25 OVS Sept 7, Fabulously French

    The Ohio Valley Symphony
    Gallipolis, OH
    United States
    Doors at 7:00 PM, Show at 7:30 PM
    TICKET PRICES CURRENTLY AVAILABLE
    ADULT:
    Ticket Price: $27.00
    Fees: $3.75
    Order fees: $0.00

    STUDENTS:
    Ticket Price: $15.00
    Fees: $2.53
    Order fees: $0.00

    SENIORS:
    Ticket Price: $25.00
    Fees: $3.55
    Order fees: $0.00

    ADULT ADA:
    Ticket Price: $27.00
    Fees: $3.75
    Order fees: $0.00

    STUDENT ADA:
    Ticket Price: $15.00
    Fees: $2.53
    Order fees: $0.00

    SENIOR ADA:
    Ticket Price: $25.00
    Fees: $3.55
    Order fees: $0.00


    TICKET SALE DATES
    ADULT / STUDENTS / SENIORS / ADULT ADA / STUDENT ADA / SENIOR ADA Public Onsale: June 1, 2024 12:01 AM to September 7, 2024 12:00 PM

    PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTION

    Coming to us straight from the Hollywood Bowl, François López-Ferrer returns to the podium for a Fabulously French program on September 7th featuring the Cincinnati Symphony’s principal clarinetist Christopher Pell. Chris is performing the seldom heard and absolutely delightful Clarinet Concerto by Jean Francaix and the orchestra presents Ravel’s Ma Mere L’Oye (Mother Goose Suite) along with other selections.

    Doors open at 7:00 p.m.


    Join us for a Pre-Concert Chat at 6:45 p.m. in the 3rd floor Chamber Theatre and for a Reception after the concert in the 2nd floor Banquet Hall.

    Sponsored by
    Ohio Valley Bank, Gallipolis, Ohio

    Funding provided in part by The Ohio Arts Council and The National Endowment for the Arts


     Public Onsale:
    12:01 AM
    Jun 1, 2024
  • Oct
    12 Sat
    24-25 OVS Oct 12, The Enchantress

    24-25 OVS Oct 12, The Enchantress

    The Ohio Valley Symphony
    Gallipolis, OH
    United States
    Doors at 7:00 PM, Show at 7:30 PM
    TICKET PRICES CURRENTLY AVAILABLE
    ADULT:
    Ticket Price: $27.00
    Fees: $3.75
    Order fees: $0.00

    STUDENTS:
    Ticket Price: $15.00
    Fees: $2.53
    Order fees: $0.00

    SENIORS:
    Ticket Price: $25.00
    Fees: $3.55
    Order fees: $0.00

    ADULT ADA:
    Ticket Price: $27.00
    Fees: $3.75
    Order fees: $0.00

    STUDENT ADA:
    Ticket Price: $15.00
    Fees: $2.53
    Order fees: $0.00

    SENIOR ADA:
    Ticket Price: $25.00
    Fees: $3.55
    Order fees: $0.00


    TICKET SALE DATES
    ADULT / STUDENTS / SENIORS / ADULT ADA / STUDENT ADA / SENIOR ADA Public Onsale: June 1, 2024 12:01 AM to October 12, 2024 12:00 PM

    PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTION

    The Enchantress Carline Waugh joins conductor Peter Stafford Wilson on October 12th for a marvelous evening of vocal music by George Gershwin, Victor Herbert and Gian Carlo Menotti. Carline’s enchanting voice will beguile you in this evening of song.

    Doors open at 7:00 p.m.

    Join us for a Pre-Concert Chat at 6:45 p.m. in the 3rd floor Chamber Theatre and for a Reception after the concert in the 2nd floor Banquet Hall.

    Sponsored by
    Rivers Health, Point Pleasant WV

    Funding provided in part by The National Endowment for the Arts


     Public Onsale:
    12:01 AM
    Jun 1, 2024
  • Dec
    7 Sat
    24-25 OVS Dec 7, The Christmas Show!

    24-25 OVS Dec 7, The Christmas Show!

    The Ohio Valley Symphony
    Gallipolis, OH
    United States
    Doors at 7:00 PM, Show at 7:30 PM
    TICKET PRICES CURRENTLY AVAILABLE
    ADULT:
    Ticket Price: $36.00
    Fees: $4.67
    Order fees: $0.00

    STUDENTS:
    Ticket Price: $25.00
    Fees: $3.55
    Order fees: $0.00

    SENIORS:
    Ticket Price: $34.00
    Fees: $4.47
    Order fees: $0.00

    ADULT ADA:
    Ticket Price: $36.00
    Fees: $4.67
    Order fees: $0.00

    STUDENT ADA:
    Ticket Price: $25.00
    Fees: $3.55
    Order fees: $0.00

    SENIOR ADA:
    Ticket Price: $34.00
    Fees: $4.47
    Order fees: $0.00


    TICKET SALE DATES
    ADULT / STUDENTS / SENIORS / ADULT ADA / STUDENT ADA / SENIOR ADA Public Onsale: June 1, 2024 12:01 AM to December 6, 2024 12:00 PM

    PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTION

    The Ohio Valley Symphony’s annual Christmas Show is a perennial favorite to set the tone for the holiday season. Always on the first Saturday in December, Maestro Steven Huang selects an enticing blend of musical holiday treats. Purchase tickets early for this always sold-out show!
    Also featured is our annual fundraiser Maestro for a Moment when you’ll want to join in the fun and donate for your chosen candidate.


    Doors open at 7:00 p.m.


    Join us for a Pre-Concert Chat at 6:45 p.m. in the 3rd floor Chamber Theatre and for a Reception after the concert in the 2nd floor Banquet Hall.

    Sponsored by
    Holzer Health Systems, Gallipolis, Ohio

    Funding provided in part by The National Endowment for the Arts


     Public Onsale:
    12:01 AM
    Jun 1, 2024
  • Mar
    15 Sat
    24-25 OVS Mar 15, Daring Dances

    24-25 OVS Mar 15, Daring Dances

    The Ohio Valley Symphony
    Gallipolis, OH
    United States
    Doors at 7:00 PM, Show at 7:30 PM
    TICKET PRICES CURRENTLY AVAILABLE
    ADULT:
    Ticket Price: $27.00
    Fees: $3.75
    Order fees: $0.00

    STUDENTS:
    Ticket Price: $15.00
    Fees: $2.53
    Order fees: $0.00

    SENIORS:
    Ticket Price: $25.00
    Fees: $3.55
    Order fees: $0.00

    ADULT ADA:
    Ticket Price: $27.00
    Fees: $3.75
    Order fees: $0.00

    STUDENT ADA:
    Ticket Price: $15.00
    Fees: $2.53
    Order fees: $0.00

    SENIOR ADA:
    Ticket Price: $25.00
    Fees: $3.55
    Order fees: $0.00


    TICKET SALE DATES
    ADULT / STUDENTS / SENIORS / ADULT ADA / STUDENT ADA / SENIOR ADA Public Onsale: June 1, 2024 12:01 PM to March 15, 2025 12:00 PM

    PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTION

    Daring Dances on March 15th will move you with a selection of dazzling dance music under the baton of conductor Michael Chertock leading the OVS through Ravel’s La Valse and Bolero. Even more dazzling, Michael will also be the piano soloist on Leroy Anderson’s Piano Concerto. Talk about multi-tasking!

    Doors open at 7:00 p.m.


    Join us for a Pre-Concert Chat at 6:45 p.m. in the 3rd floor Chamber Theatre and for a Reception after the concert in the 2nd floor Banquet Hall.

    Sponsored in memory of
    Clare E. Gettles

    Funding provided in part by The National Endowment for the Arts


     Public Onsale:
    12:01 PM
    Jun 1, 2024
  • Apr
    26 Sat
    24-25 OVS April 26, Romantic Spring

    24-25 OVS April 26, Romantic Spring

    The Ohio Valley Symphony
    Gallipolis, OH
    United States
    Doors at 7:00 PM, Show at 7:30 PM
    TICKET PRICES CURRENTLY AVAILABLE
    ADULT:
    Ticket Price: $27.00
    Fees: $3.75
    Order fees: $0.00

    STUDENTS:
    Ticket Price: $15.00
    Fees: $2.53
    Order fees: $0.00

    SENIORS:
    Ticket Price: $25.00
    Fees: $3.55
    Order fees: $0.00

    ADULT ADA:
    Ticket Price: $27.00
    Fees: $3.75
    Order fees: $0.00

    STUDENT ADA:
    Ticket Price: $15.00
    Fees: $2.53
    Order fees: $0.00

    SENIOR ADA:
    Ticket Price: $25.00
    Fees: $3.55
    Order fees: $0.00


    TICKET SALE DATES
    ADULT / STUDENTS / SENIORS / ADULT ADA / STUDENT ADA / SENIOR ADA Public Onsale: June 1, 2024 12:01 AM to April 26, 2025 12:00 PM

    PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTION

    Max Bruch’s Concerto for Clarinet and Viola will feature two OVS members, Laura Sabo on clarinet and Bernard Di Gregorio on viola, in Romantic Spring on April 26th. Maestro Scott Woodward leads the orchestra in African-American composer William Grant Still’s Woodnotes, Howard Hansen’s Symphony No. 2, the “Romantic,” and other selections.

    Doors open at 7:00 p.m.


    Join us for a Pre-Concert Chat at 6:45 p.m. in the 3rd floor Chamber Theatre and for a Reception after the concert in the 2nd floor Banquet Hall.

    Funding provided in part by The Ohio Arts Council and The National Endowment for the Arts


     Public Onsale:
    12:01 AM
    Jun 1, 2024

426 2nd Ave, Po Box 424
Gallipolis, OH
United States
The Ariel-Ann Carson Dater Performing Arts Centre, the historic Ariel Opera House, is home to The Ohio Valley Symphony, the only professional orchestra in the southeastern Ohio region. The Ariel is a non-profit organization located at 426 Second Avenue, Gallipolis, Ohio 45631. Our restored 1895 opera house hosts a variety of events throughout the year including The Ohio Valley Symphony's concert season, as well as offering rental spaces for weddings, expositions, meetings and a host of other community activities. The Haskins Auditorium seats 464, and the newly restored 3rd floor Ariel Chamber Theatre accommodates up to 200 patrons.