FestivalMusic
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Majesty of the Opera
Majesty of the Opera
Featuring the Meistersingers in Concert Step into the grand, immersive world of opera with The Meistersingers as they present an evening of powerful, timeless choruses from the world’s most beloved operas. Join us for a journey through iconic works, featuring the fiery energy of The Anvil Chorus from Il Trovatore, the passion and vigor of […]
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Classics by Candlelight – Featuring Theresa Sanchez, piano
Classics by Candlelight – Featuring Theresa Sanchez, piano
Step into an evening like no other, where music, ambiance, and artistry come together in a truly magical setting. Surrounded by hundreds of flickering candles, world-renowned musicians will perform two of classical music’s most cherished works: Dvořák's vibrant Piano Quintet No. 2 and Schubert’s enchanting "Trout" Quintet. Festival favorite Theresa Sanchez is joined by Borislava […]
3 events,
Tickled Pink: The Music of Mancini
Tickled Pink: The Music of Mancini
Featuring Sam Bruton Prepare to enter a world rife with allure, mystery, and of course….Jazz! This unforgettable concert invites you to experience the captivating melodies of Henry Mancini and how they defined an era of elegance and intrigue. From the sly, unmistakable charm of The Pink Panther theme to the romantic sweep of Moon River, […]
Downtown Summer Tunes – Summer Lovin’ with Holly Rumbarger and the Hopeless Romantics
Downtown Summer Tunes – Summer Lovin’ with Holly Rumbarger and the Hopeless Romantics
Join us for a southern night of feel-good vibes at FestivalSouth’s Downtown Summer Tunes – Summer Lovin’ event, featuring the Hub City’s own Holly Rumbarger and the Hopeless Romantics! With her soulful voice and heartfelt melodies, you won’t be falling head over heels for the music, the food, the friends or just those unforgettable summer […]
Pounce, Prowl, & Pride: A Fierce and Festive Celebration
Pounce, Prowl, & Pride: A Fierce and Festive Celebration
Get ready to strut your stuff and unleash your inner wildcat at Pounce, Prowl, and PRIDE—the fierce kickoff to our 2025 late-night lineup! This isn’t just a dance party; it’s a celebration of unapologetic self-expression, a love letter to the arts, and a whole-hearted tribute to YOU. Whether you’re here to pounce to the beat, […]
2 events,
Rise and Shine
Rise and Shine
Featuring Ian Alexander Gonzalez, cello, and Theresa Sanchez, piano Wake up and celebrate the start of your day with "Rise and Shine," featuring the remarkable 14-year-old cellist, Ian Alexander Gonzalez. With his rich tones and impressive artistry, Ian’s performance is sure to be the perfect blend of precision and passion. Fresh from his acceptance into […]
Dancin’ at the Depot
Dancin’ at the Depot
Featuring the Mobile Big Band Society Get ready for an energetic evening of fun and dancing! Big Band dance music originated in the 1930s and has been with us ever since. Come listen and dance to music from the 1940s, 50s, and 60s. You will hear music of Duke Ellington, Benny Goodman, Glenn Miller, Count […]
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Continuum – Featuring the FestivalChamber Players
Continuum – Featuring the FestivalChamber Players
Experience this multisensory concert - an invitation to an afternoon of music not just as sound, but as a journey through the sights, colors, and emotions of each season. Whether you're a lover of music, photography, or simply an enthusiast of unforgettable experiences, Continuum promises to resonate, leaving you with a renewed connection to the […]
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A Heavenly Life: Mahler’s Symphony No. 4 – Featuring the FestivalChamber Orchestra
A Heavenly Life: Mahler’s Symphony No. 4 – Featuring the FestivalChamber Orchestra
Prepare to be swept away on a captivating journey with Gustav Mahler’s Symphony No. 4. This exquisite performance will envelop you in a world of lush instrumental textures, mesmerizing melodies, and deep emotional resonance. As “The Heavenly Life” of this symphonic masterpiece unfolds, you’ll be transported to a dreamlike realm filled with the beauty, innocence, […]
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Patriotic Powerhouses
Patriotic Powerhouses
This program will feature three Powerhouse voices - Kassidy Chandler, Kathlyn Arcemont, and Rachel Claire Stevens - singing American Patriotic tunes and standards from the American songbook. They will also perform jazz, pop, and Broadway standards from the Golden Age of American pop culture: the 1940s-1960s. They will be accompanied by tracks for all trios, […]
Bee(r)thoven: Full-Bodied and Bold
Bee(r)thoven: Full-Bodied and Bold
Raise your glass and get ready for a night of bold brews and even bolder music! This year’s bee(R)thoven event serves up an extraordinary pairing of dynamic wind and percussion chamber works with expertly curated craft beer from Southern Prohibition. Savor the vibrant and soulful Ahava by Adam Schoenberg, revel in the hauntingly evocative Murder […]
25-Karat Cabaret – Featuring Hattiesburlesque and the Hattiesburlesque House Band
25-Karat Cabaret – Featuring Hattiesburlesque and the Hattiesburlesque House Band
Glamour, glitz, and a night dripping in gold and bursting with entertainment is awaiting you at the 25-KARAT CABARET. This after-hours spectacle will be brought to life by the sensational Gilded Garter dancers of Hattiesburlesque. These 10 talented beauties, known for their captivating routines of vintage elegance and modern edge, will create a feast […]
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A Five Star Salute – Featuring the U.S. Army Band Woodwind Quintet
A Five Star Salute – Featuring the U.S. Army Band Woodwind Quintet
Enjoy your morning coffee with The U.S. Army Woodwind Quintet as they present new and old classics of the quintet repertoire along with patriotic favorites. All active-duty soldiers, the musicians of the quintet are part of The U.S. Army Band “Pershing’s Own” based in Washington, DC. Founded in 1996, The U.S. Army Band Woodwind Quintet […]
LOL: Plot Twist – Featuring the Hub City Players
LOL: Plot Twist – Featuring the Hub City Players
A FestivalFavorite returns as members of the Hub City Players take turns skewering showtunes and topical issues in this one-night-only laugh our loud event! There’s no telling what this wacky bunch of creatives have in store, but you know the talent will be off-the-hook and your funny bone is sure to be tickled. Come grab […]
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The (Not So) Silent Movie – Accompanied on Organ by Douglas Rust
The (Not So) Silent Movie – Accompanied on Organ by Douglas Rust
Back for a 3rd year in a row, The Not-So-Silent Movie returns to the Hattiesburg Saenger Theatre to screen one of the top comedy films of the silent movie era, Safety Last (1923): starring comic actor Harold Lloyd. Accompanied live on the theater organ by Doug Rust, this beloved film culminates with the image of […]
2 events,
A Smooth Cup of Jazz
A Smooth Cup of Jazz
FestivalFavorite Jacobi Daughrity presents a showcase featuring music by Ella Fitzgerald, Louis Armstrong, Samara Joy, and more to wake you up and celebrate Juneteenth. You’ve heard him in multiple FestivalFinales and Hub City Players musicals. Now experience him up close and personal in this special free event! Born in Cleveland, MS, Daughrity began taking piano […]
Gritty City Bang Bang
Gritty City Bang Bang
You have to experience Gritty City Bang Bang! The brainchild of Jonathan Bass, this Memphis-based trio is spreading jammy goodness on buttery grooves while holding strong to the traditional ingredients of jazz and blues. They bring a fusion of original compositions and standards to the table at which all are welcome. Bass is a longtime […]
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Incomparable! – A Tribute to Vladimir Horowitz, Featuring Zhaolei Xie, piano
Incomparable! – A Tribute to Vladimir Horowitz, Featuring Zhaolei Xie, piano
Known as the “virtuoso without limits,” famed pianist Vladimir Horowitz inspired the sweats in his fellow pianists and electrified his audiences. His recordings as early as the 1920s have attained historic significance, with his Rachmaninoff having the stamp of approval from the composer himself. The program includes celebrated works by Mozart, Rachmaninoff, Scriabin, Beethoven, Schumann […]
Downtown Summer Tunes – Glo It Up!
Downtown Summer Tunes – Glo It Up!
Featuring The NOLA Groove Band New Orleans’s number-one dance band comes to rock the park just for FestivalSouth! Bring your lawn chairs, picnic blankets, and dancing shoes to have the time of your life under the stars! Enjoy great bites from local food trucks and cool drinks from our favorite brewers while you groove along […]
GAME ON! – Retro Video Game Party
GAME ON! – Retro Video Game Party
Level up your night at GAME ON! - Retro Video Game Party, where nostalgia meets nightlife at The Fat Cat. Immerse yourself in a gamer’s paradise filled with iconic retro video games, from pixel-perfect classics to console favorites of the 80s and 90s. Whether you’re button-mashing through old-school arcade hits or showing off your skills […]