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Severance Music Center in the Fall

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John Adams
25 - 26 Classical Season

Feb 19 – 21

Mandel Concert Hall

Strauss's Don Juan
25 - 26 Classical Season

Feb 26 – 28

Mandel Concert Hall

Jakub Hrůša conducting an orchestra
25 - 26 Classical Season

Mar 5 – 8

Mandel Concert Hall

Beethoven Fifth Graphics
25 - 26 Classical Season

Mar 12 – 15

Mandel Concert Hall

Sheku and Isata Kanneh-Mason
25 - 26 Recital Series

Mar 17

Mandel Concert Hall

Elim Chan
25 - 26 Classical Season

Mar 19 – 21

Mandel Concert Hall

Terence Blanchard in a blue jacket holding a trumpet in font of a dark gray backdrop
The Mandel Opera & Humanities Festival

May 15

Mandel Concert Hall

Beethoven's Fidelio
The Mandel Opera & Humanities Festival

May 16 – 24

Mandel Concert Hall

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The Mandel Opera & Humanities Festival

May 17

Reinberger Chamber Hall

Bryan Stevenson in front of bookshelves
The Mandel Opera & Humanities Festival

May 18

Severance Music Center

The Moth radio hour audience phone lights viewed from stage
The Mandel Opera & Humanities Festival

May 19

Mandel Concert Hall

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2026 Holiday

Dec 11 – 23

Mandel Concert Hall

Notes & Narratives

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“An Adventure of the First Order”: John Adams and The Cleveland Orchestra

Nearly 40 years of collaboration between John Adams and The Cleveland Orchestra has left a notable impact on the ensemble’s musicians, artistic leadership, and audiences.

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Your Guide to Severance

Severance Music Center in the Fall

Severance Music Center

Opened in 1931, Severance Music Center is home to The Cleveland Orchestra and Mandel Concert Hall, one of the world’s most beautiful venues.

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First Timers’ Guide

Discover everything you need to know in our First Timers’ Guide to Severance Music Center. Plan your visit and enjoy the Cleveland Orchestra experience.

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Lounge & Drink Options

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