ConcertDome | Dome of the Dead: Halloween on Strings 🎸
Oct
31

ConcertDome | Dome of the Dead: Halloween on Strings 🎸

ConcertDome presents Dome of the Dead: Halloween on Strings 🎸

Enter the spine-tingling world of Halloween as iconic horror and spooky scores come alive inside ConcertDome. Dome of the Dead brings chilling classical masterpieces and unforgettable movie themes to life, performed by Range Ensemble—our acclaimed live string ensemble and drums—surrounded by immersive 360-degree dome visuals. From Shostakovich's haunting String Quartet to the unsettling strings of Halloween and Psycho, celebrate the season with a thrilling evening of music that will make your heart race.

📍 Venue: ConcertDome at Austin BeerWorks Sprinkle Valley

📅 Date: Saturday, October 31, 2026

⏰ Showtime: 4:30PM, 6:30PM and 8:30PM

⏳ Duration: Each show runs approximately 60-70 minutes. Doors open 20 minutes before scheduled showtime.

🧒 Age requirement: 5 years and older. Under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.

♿ Accessibility: Fully ADA compliant

🪑 Seating: Assigned upon arrival in ticketed zones; first come, first served.

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ConcertDome | Dome of the Dead: Halloween on Strings 🎸
Oct
30

ConcertDome | Dome of the Dead: Halloween on Strings 🎸

ConcertDome presents Dome of the Dead: Halloween on Strings 🎸

Enter the spine-tingling world of Halloween as iconic horror and spooky scores come alive inside ConcertDome. Dome of the Dead brings chilling classical masterpieces and unforgettable movie themes to life, performed by Range Ensemble—our acclaimed live string ensemble and drums—surrounded by immersive 360-degree dome visuals. From Shostakovich's haunting String Quartet to the unsettling strings of Halloween and Psycho, celebrate the season with a thrilling evening of music that will make your heart race.

📍 Venue: ConcertDome at Austin BeerWorks Sprinkle Valley

📅 Date: Friday, October 30, 2026

⏰ Showtime: 6:45PM and 8:30PM

⏳ Duration: Each show runs approximately 60-70 minutes. Doors open 20 minutes before scheduled showtime.

🧒 Age requirement: 5 years and older. Under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.

♿ Accessibility: Fully ADA compliant

🪑 Seating: Assigned upon arrival in ticketed zones; first come, first served.

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ConcertDome | Dome of the Dead: Halloween on Strings 🎸
Oct
29

ConcertDome | Dome of the Dead: Halloween on Strings 🎸

ConcertDome presents Dome of the Dead: Halloween on Strings 🎸

Enter the spine-tingling world of Halloween as iconic horror and spooky scores come alive inside ConcertDome. Dome of the Dead brings chilling classical masterpieces and unforgettable movie themes to life, performed by Range Ensemble—our acclaimed live string ensemble and drums—surrounded by immersive 360-degree dome visuals. From Shostakovich's haunting String Quartet to the unsettling strings of Halloween and Psycho, celebrate the season with a thrilling evening of music that will make your heart race.

📍 Venue: ConcertDome at Austin BeerWorks Sprinkle Valley

📅 Date: Thursday, October 29, 2026

⏰ Showtime: 6:45PM and 8:30PM

⏳ Duration: Each show runs approximately 60-70 minutes. Doors open 20 minutes before scheduled showtime.

🧒 Age requirement: 5 years and older. Under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.

♿ Accessibility: Fully ADA compliant

🪑 Seating: Assigned upon arrival in ticketed zones; first come, first served.

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Sphinx Virtuosi | Armstrong International Cultural Foundation
Oct
27

Sphinx Virtuosi | Armstrong International Cultural Foundation

Tuesday, October 27, 2026, at 7:30 PM

Experience the thrill of “American Dialogues 250” with Sphinx Virtuosi—a celebration of American artistry.

This program blends bold new commissions with timeless classics, vividly tracing our nation’s dynamic, ever-evolving story.

Sphinx Virtuosi—a vibrant, self-conducted chamber orchestra of 18 of the country’s most elite professional string virtuosi—continues to transform classical music with unmatched artistry, groundbreaking programming, and visionary cultural leadership.

Renowned for their technique and stage presence, Sphinx Virtuosi captivates audiences coast to coast, with their annual Carnegie Hall performance now an unmissable highlight of the fall season! Join them in this celebration of American unity!

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Sphinx Virtuosi | Anna H. Wang Concert Series
Oct
24

Sphinx Virtuosi | Anna H. Wang Concert Series

  • Takoma Park Seventh-Day Adventist Church (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Sphinx Virtuosi &
J’Nai Bridges

Saturday, October 24, 2026
at 7:00 p.m.

Takoma Park Seventh-Day Adventist Church
Takoma Park, Maryland

Pre-Concert talk with composer Damien Geter at 6:00 p.m.

Masterclass with J’Nai Bridges
Sunday, October 25, 2026, 11:00 am
Washington Adventist University

Community events:

  • Public school concerts in Montgomery and Prince George’s County Public School Systems: Thursday, October 22, 2026

American250: Sounds of Unity
Rachel McFarlane: American Dialogues
Roberto Sierra: Sinfonietta for Strings
I. Rítmico
II. Expresivo
III. Vivo
IV. Rápido

Damien Geter: "Declaration" with J’Nai Bridges, libretto by Aaron Dworkin† 
I. Life “to belong, and be” 
II. Liberty “the door and the knocking” 
III. Pursuit “toward” 
*****
Jessie Montgomery: Banner!
Maurice Ravel arr. Mladen Miloradovic: Blues from Violin Sonata
Igor Stravinsky: Concerto in D for string orchestra, “Basle”
I. Vivace 
II. Arioso 
III. Rondo 

To mark the 250th anniversary of America, American Dialogues celebrates the nation’s ever-evolving story through newly commissioned works and reimagined classics that give voice to our shared ideals and diverse perspectives.

Highlights include Rachel McFarlane’s new title work as well as Maurice Ravel’s timeless Blues movement from the Violin Sonata. Works by Roberto Sierra and Jessie Montgomery offer vibrant explorations of heritage and transformation, while Stravinsky’s Concerto for Strings in D connects past and present in a timeless meditation on artistic freedom.

Through music that bridges time and culture, American Dialogues invites audiences to engage in a musical conversation about who we are—and who we aspire to become.

** denotes arranged for SV † - Co-commissioned by the Sphinx Organization, Carnegie Hall, and New World Symphony 

Programs are subject to change. 

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Sphinx Virtuosi | Philadelphia Chamber Music Society
Oct
23

Sphinx Virtuosi | Philadelphia Chamber Music Society

Sphinx Virtuosi
J’Nai Bridges, mezzo

Friday, October 23, 2026 - 7:30 pm

Perelman Theater, Kimmel Center

About This Performance

Comprising 18 top Black and Latinx classical soloists, the Sphinx Virtuosi invites audiences to reflect on who we are and who we aspire to become. To mark our nation’s 250th anniversary, they present newly commissioned works and reimagined classics that reflect America’s many voices and shared ideals. Their program features Declaration, a bold original song cycle spotlighting Grammy Award-winning mezzo-soprano J’Nai Bridges, with music by acclaimed composer Damien Geter and a libretto by Sphinx founder Aaron Dworkin. Works by Roberto Sierra and Jessie Montgomery offer vibrant explorations of heritage and transformation, while Stravinsky’s Concerto for Strings in D connects past and present in a timeless meditation on artistic freedom.

American Dialogues 250
McFarlane: American Dialogue
Sierra: Sinfonietta for Strings
Geter: Declaration  Philadelphia Premiere
Montgomery: Banner
Ravel: Blues from Violin Sonata (Arr. M. Miloradovic)
Stravinsky: Concerto in D for Strings, Basle

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Sphinx Virtuosi | Tuesday Musical Association
Oct
20

Sphinx Virtuosi | Tuesday Musical Association

akron concert series

Sphinx Virtuosi with mezzo-soprano J’Nai Bridges

Tuesday October 20 at 7:30pm
EJ Thomas Hall

Powerful statement on American 250

To mark the 250th anniversary of America, American Dialogues 250 celebrates the nation’s ever-evolving story through newly commissioned works and reimagined classics that give voice to our shared ideals and diverse perspectives.

Highlights include Declaration, a bold new song cycle featuring Grammy Award-winning mezzo-soprano J’Nai Bridges, with music by acclaimed composer Damien Geter and libretto by Sphinx’s Founder, poetjournalist Aaron Dworkin; and Rachel McFarlane’s new title work. Works by Roberto Sierra and Jessie Montgomery offer vibrant explorations of heritage and transformation, while Stravinsky’s Concerto for Strings in D connects past and present in a timeless meditation on artistic freedom. Through music that bridges time and culture, American Dialogues invites audiences to engage in a musical conversation about who we are—and who we aspire to become.

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Sphinx Virtuosi | University Musical Society
Oct
18

Sphinx Virtuosi | University Musical Society

Sunday, October 18, 2026 4:00 PM // Rackham Auditorium

American Dialogues 250
Sphinx Virtuosi feat. J’Nai Bridges, mezzo-soprano

The Sphinx Virtuosi celebrate our country’s ever-evolving story through newly commissioned works and reimagined classics that give voice to our shared ideals and diverse perspectives.

The program includes Rachel McFarlane’s American Dialogue, as well as the timeless “Blues” movement from Maurice Ravel’s Violin Sonata. Works by Roberto Sierra and Jessie Montgomery offer vibrant explorations of heritage and transformation, while Stravinsky’s Concerto for Strings in D connects past and present in a timeless meditation on artistic freedom.

Through music that bridges time and culture, this program invites audiences to engage in a musical conversation about who we are — and who we aspire to become. American mezzo-soprano J’Nai Bridges, lauded by The New York Times for her “plush-voiced mezzo-soprano,” joins the Sphinx Virtuosi for a bold, new song cycle by Damien Geter with a libretto by Aaron Dworkin.

PROGRAM

Rachel McFarlane American Dialogue
Roberto Sierra Sinfonietta for Strings
Damien Geter Declaration
Jessie Montgomery Banner
Maurice Ravel“Blues” from Violin Sonata (arr. Mladen Miloradovic)
Igor Stravinsky Concerto in D for string orchestra (“Basle”)

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Sphinx Virtuosi | Carnegie Hall
Oct
16

Sphinx Virtuosi | Carnegie Hall

Sphinx Virtuosi

American Dialogues 250

Friday, October 16, 2026 7:30 PM Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage

Sphinx Virtuosi by Scott Jackson, J’Nai Bridges by Dario Acosta, Amaryn Olmeda by Marco Borggreve, Rubén Rengel

“With professional polish and populist energy,” the Sphinx Virtuosi string ensemble “lights up Carnegie Hall annually” (New York Classical Review). This season, the ensemble celebrates America at 250 with a program of new works, reimagined classics, and solo-violin showpieces by Kreisler and Perkinson, featuring acclaimed violinist Amaryn Olmeda. Violinist and Sphinx Competition winner Rubén Rengel performs the world premiere of his original work, Encuentro, and Grammy-winning mezzo-soprano J’Nai Bridges is soloist in a bold new song cycle by Damien Geter that features a libretto by Sphinx founder and poetjournalist Aaron P. Dworkin. Jessie Montgomery’s Banner offers a vibrant exploration of heritage and transformation, while Stravinsky’s Concerto in D connects past and present in a timeless reflection on artistic freedom. It is complemented this evening by rising multidisciplinary composer Rachel McFarlane’s American Dialogue.

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Sphinx Virtuosi | University of Notre Dame
Oct
14

Sphinx Virtuosi | University of Notre Dame

Sphinx Virtuosi featuring J’Nai Bridges, mezzo-soprano

Wednesday, October 14, 2026

Leighton Concert Hall

To mark the 250th anniversary of America, American Dialogues 250 celebrates the nation's ever-evolving story through newly commissioned works and reimagined classics that give voice to our shared ideals and diverse perspectives. Highlights include Rachel McFarlane's American Dialogue as well as Maurice Ravel's timeless "Blues" movement from the Violin Sonata. Works by Roberto Sierra and Jessie Montgomery offer vibrant explorations of heritage and transformation. At the same time, Stravinsky's Concerto for Strings in D connects past and present in a timeless meditation on artistic freedom.

Through music that bridges time and culture, American Dialogues 250 invites audiences to engage in a musical conversation about who we are—and who we aspire to become.

Sphinx Virtuosi is a dynamic, self-conducted chamber orchestra and the flagship performing ensemble of the Sphinx Organization, the nation's leading nonprofit dedicated to transforming the arts. Comprising 18 of the nation's most accomplished professional string players, Sphinx Virtuosi is redefining classical music through artistic excellence, pioneering programming, and cultural leadership. Recognized for their artistry and commanding presence, Sphinx Virtuosi has been praised by The New York Times as "top-notch, more essential at this moment than ever." The Strad praises their "elegant ascent into the upper ranks of string orchestras," a testament to their growing influence in the field.

Grammy winning mezzo-soprano J'Nai Bridges, is known for her "plush-voiced mezzo-soprano" (The New York Times), and "calmly commanding stage presence" (The New Yorker) has been "marked out at an early stage as a singer headed for top flight" (Financial Times), gracing the world's leading operatic and concert stages "with a voice both voluptuous and statuesque" (The New York Times). Bridges is a recipient of the prestigious 2018 Sphinx Medal of Excellence Award.

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ConcertDome | Studio Ghibli on Strings
Oct
3

ConcertDome | Studio Ghibli on Strings

  • ConcertDome at Austin Beerworks Sprinkle Valley (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

ConcertDome presents Studio Ghibli on Strings 🎻

Step into the magical worlds of Hayao Miyazaki inside ConcertDome. Studio Ghibli on Strings brings the beloved scores of Joe Hisaishi and Studio Ghibli to life, performed by our acclaimed live string quartet and surrounded by enchanting 360-degree dome visuals. From the whimsical wonder of Howl's Moving Castle and My Neighbor Totoro to the epic grandeur of Princess Mononoke and Spirited Away, experience the music that has captivated generations in an immersive setting unlike any other.

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📍 Venue: ConcertDome at Austin Beerworks Sprinkle Valley – 10300 Springdale Rd, Austin, TX 78753
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📅 Date: Saturday, October 3rd, 2026
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⏰ Showtimes: 4:30PM, 6:30PM, and 8:30PM
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⏱ Duration: Each show runs approximately 60–70 minutes. Doors open 20 minutes before scheduled showtime.
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👤 Age requirement: Recommended for ages 5 and up. Guests under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
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♿ Accessibility: Fully ADA compliant.
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💺 Seating: Every seat is a recliner. ConcertCore is the first row of seats around the stage. Seats are assigned upon arrival in ticketed zones; first come, first served.

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ConcertDome | Tribute to Dolly Parton
Oct
2

ConcertDome | Tribute to Dolly Parton

  • ConcertDome at Austin Beerworks Sprinkle Valley (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

ConcertDome presents a String Tribute to Dolly Parton 🎸

Experience the legendary music of Dolly Parton performed live by our acclaimed string quartet inside the immersive ConcertDome Austin. Surround yourself with cinematic visuals and the timeless classics of the Queen of Country, reimagined in a one-of-a-kind experience. From iconic ballads to feel-good anthems, discover why Dolly's music has touched millions — all wrapped in the magic of full-dome visuals and live performance. A tribute to a country music icon and her enduring legacy.

📍 Venue: ConcertDome at Austin Beerworks Sprinkle Valley – 10300 Springdale Rd, Austin, TX 78754
📅 Date: Friday, October 2, 2026
⏰ Showtimes: 6:45 PM and 8:30 PM
⏱ Duration: Each show runs approximately 60–70 minutes. Doors open 20 minutes before scheduled showtime.
👤 Age requirement: Recommended for ages 5 and up. Guests under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
♿ Accessibility: Fully ADA compliant.
💺 Seating: Every seat is a recliner. ConcertCore is the first row of seats around the stage. Seats are assigned upon arrival in ticketed zones; first come, first served.

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ConcertDome | Taylor Swift on Strings
Oct
1

ConcertDome | Taylor Swift on Strings

  • ConcertDome at Austin Beerworks Sprinkle Valley (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

ConcertDome presents Taylor Swift on Strings 🎻

Step into a one-of-a-kind concert experience as a live string quartet performs the iconic songs of Taylor Swift, reimagined in full symphonic style inside the immersive ConcertDome. From “Love Story” and “Blank Space” to “Anti-Hero” and “Cruel Summer,” every era and album gets its moment with cinematic string arrangements and dazzling full-dome visual art.

📍 Venue: ConcertDome at Austin BeerWorks Sprinkle Valley

📅 Date: Thursday, October 1, 2026

⏰ Showtimes: 6:45PM and 8:30PM CST

🕑 Duration: Each show runs approximately 60-70 minutes. Doors open 20 minutes before scheduled showtime.

👤 Age requirement: Recommended for ages 8 and up. Under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.

♿ Accessibility: Fully ADA compliant

🪑 Seating: Assigned upon arrival in ticketed zones; first come, first served.

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Austin Unconducted x Hyde Park Storytelling @ Batch Craft Beer & Kolaches
Sep
26

Austin Unconducted x Hyde Park Storytelling @ Batch Craft Beer & Kolaches

Free and Open to the Public


7:00pm - Doors
8:00pm - Stories and Music
9:00pm - Reception and Meet & Greet

  • 🛬 Get here early to snag a spot for you & your crew.

  • 🪑 BYO blanket or chair. If you bring a chair please sit closer to the back and leave room for blankets.

  • ✨ Listening to live, personal stories connects us all, to each other and ourselves.

Back by popular demand! Austin Unconducted & Hyde Park Storytelling are joining forces for a second time for an unforgettable pairing of live music and live storytelling! Three storytellers share true, personal stories, and each story is thematically paired with a musical performance chosen to mirror, deepen, or transform the emotional arc of the story just told.

The Program

  • Katia Beaugeais — Like Snowdrops You Will Shine

  • Jessie Montgomery — Break Away

  • Stravinsky — Concerto in D for String Orchestra

  • Ryan Truesdell — Heart of Gold

  • Pharoah Sanders — Love is Everywhere

Meet the Storytellers!

  • Jared Polivka is a storyteller, educator, co-founder of Sidequest, and an organizer of The Joy of Improv. For more than a decade, he has collected and shared true stories, guided by a belief that storytelling builds imagination, connection, and care. A neurodivergent problem solver and community builder, Jared has worked with students, nonprofits, and mission-driven teams. Today he teaches storytelling, communication, and team-building workshops for companies and nonprofits nationwide.

    Reach out to him at jaredpolivka@gmail.com or linktr.ee/jaredpolivka.

  • Mohamad “Moe” Hoteit is a Men’s Leadership & Relationship Guide, speaker, and founder of Peakology. After being evacuated from Lebanon as a teenage war refugee, Moe immigrated to the United States and spent years chasing careers that looked successful but never felt like his own. A life-changing experience on Mount Kilimanjaro led him to leave engineering and answer a deeper calling: to become the guide he never had. Today, he helps leaders, entrepreneurs, and high achievers reconnect with their authentic voice, overcome fear and conditioning, and build lives aligned with purpose.

  • Roxy Castillo

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Austin Camerata Presents: Musical Storytime @ BookPeople
Sep
26

Austin Camerata Presents: Musical Storytime @ BookPeople

Join Austin Camerata for one of their most beloved series: Musical Storytime! Beloved children's books come to life, read aloud and paired with live music from a string quartet — turning storytime into a full, magical experience. Recommended for ages 2-5, but all ages are welcome.

Stick around after for the instrument petting zoo, where kids can touch, strum, and try out real string instruments — it might just spark a lifelong love of music.

Free, family-friendly, and no tickets required. A wonderful way to spend a Saturday morning!

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Austin Unconducted x Hyde Park Storytelling @ KMFA
Sep
25

Austin Unconducted x Hyde Park Storytelling @ KMFA

GET TICKETS HERE!

As always, join us early for complimentary drinks and hang out afterwards to meet the musicians.

6:00pm - Complimentary Happy Hour

7:00pm - Concert

8:00pm - Reception and Musician Meet & Greet

Back by popular demand! Austin Unconducted & Hyde Park Storytelling are joining forces for a 2nd time for an unforgettable pairing of live music & live storytelling! Three storytellers share true, personal stories, and each story is thematically paired with a musical performance chosen to mirror, deepen, or transform the emotional arc of the story just told. 


The Program:

Katia Beaugeais - Like Snowdrops You Will Shine

Jessie Montgomery - Break Away

Stravinsky - Concerto in D for String Orchestra

Ryan Truesdell - Heart of Gold

Pharoah Sanders - Love is Everywhere

About Hyde Park Storytelling:

Hyde Park Storytelling is a free live storytelling series in Austin featuring true, personal stories from first-time and experienced storytellers. Founded in 2014, HPS now hosts 5 to 6 shows each year at Batch Craft Beer & Kolaches, welcoming up to 325 guests per event. Every show includes ASL interpretation and highlights diverse voices from across the Austin community.

Meet the Storytellers!

Mohamad “Moe” Hoteit is a Men’s Leadership & Relationship Guide, speaker, and founder of Peakology. After being evacuated from Lebanon as a teenage war refugee, Moe immigrated to the United States and spent years chasing careers that looked successful but never felt like his own. A life-changing experience on Mount Kilimanjaro led him to leave engineering and answer a deeper calling: to become the guide he never had. Today, he helps leaders, entrepreneurs, and high achievers reconnect with their authentic voice, overcome fear and conditioning, and build lives aligned with purpose. 

Jared Polivka collects true stories — his own and other people's — and has spent the last decade learning to tell them. He's the co-founder of Sidequest and an organizer of The Joy of Improv.

At 28, Jared participated in an improv class series with Rebecca Stockley at Bay Area Theatresports (BATS) and walked out seeing the world differently. Improv became his gateway to acting — living truthfully within imaginary circumstances — and to writing, teaching, and a belief he's followed ever since: that storytelling is hardwired into us, that imagination needs nurturing, and that telling our stories is a form of care, for ourselves and for one another.

A neurodivergent jack-of-all-trades, Jared wears a lot of hats — problem solver, storyteller, community builder, teacher — but empathy is the thread that ties them together. He builds products, programs, and systems meant to make people's lives better, from serving students at Galvanize and Udacity to building online fundraising tools for nonprofits and candidates at Donorbox and Pledge.

Today he teaches storytelling, communication, and team-building workshops for companies and nonprofits nationwide, which one student described as "therapeutic - like Mr. Rogers for adults."

Reach out to him at jaredpolivka@gmail.com or linktr.ee/jaredpolivka.

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Austin Unconducted x Hyde Park Storytelling @ KMFA
Sep
24

Austin Unconducted x Hyde Park Storytelling @ KMFA

  • Draylen Mason Music Studio @ KMFA 89.5 (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

GET TICKETS HERE!

As always, join us early for complimentary drinks and hang out afterwards to meet the musicians.

6:00pm - Complimentary Happy Hour

7:00pm - Concert

8:00pm - Reception and Musician Meet & Greet

Back by popular demand! Austin Unconducted & Hyde Park Storytelling are joining forces for a 2nd time for an unforgettable pairing of live music & live storytelling! Three storytellers share true, personal stories, and each story is thematically paired with a musical performance chosen to mirror, deepen, or transform the emotional arc of the story just told. 


The Program:

Katia Beaugeais - Like Snowdrops You Will Shine

Jessie Montgomery - Break Away

Stravinsky - Concerto in D for String Orchestra

Ryan Truesdell - Heart of Gold

Pharoah Sanders - Love is Everywhere

About Hyde Park Storytelling:

Hyde Park Storytelling is a free live storytelling series in Austin featuring true, personal stories from first-time and experienced storytellers. Founded in 2014, HPS now hosts 5 to 6 shows each year at Batch Craft Beer & Kolaches, welcoming up to 325 guests per event. Every show includes ASL interpretation and highlights diverse voices from across the Austin community.

Meet the Storytellers!

Mohamad “Moe” Hoteit is a Men’s Leadership & Relationship Guide, speaker, and founder of Peakology. After being evacuated from Lebanon as a teenage war refugee, Moe immigrated to the United States and spent years chasing careers that looked successful but never felt like his own. A life-changing experience on Mount Kilimanjaro led him to leave engineering and answer a deeper calling: to become the guide he never had. Today, he helps leaders, entrepreneurs, and high achievers reconnect with their authentic voice, overcome fear and conditioning, and build lives aligned with purpose. 

Jared Polivka collects true stories — his own and other people's — and has spent the last decade learning to tell them. He's the co-founder of Sidequest and an organizer of The Joy of Improv.

At 28, Jared participated in an improv class series with Rebecca Stockley at Bay Area Theatresports (BATS) and walked out seeing the world differently. Improv became his gateway to acting — living truthfully within imaginary circumstances — and to writing, teaching, and a belief he's followed ever since: that storytelling is hardwired into us, that imagination needs nurturing, and that telling our stories is a form of care, for ourselves and for one another.

A neurodivergent jack-of-all-trades, Jared wears a lot of hats — problem solver, storyteller, community builder, teacher — but empathy is the thread that ties them together. He builds products, programs, and systems meant to make people's lives better, from serving students at Galvanize and Udacity to building online fundraising tools for nonprofits and candidates at Donorbox and Pledge.

Today he teaches storytelling, communication, and team-building workshops for companies and nonprofits nationwide, which one student described as "therapeutic - like Mr. Rogers for adults."

Reach out to him at jaredpolivka@gmail.com or linktr.ee/jaredpolivka.

Roxy Castillo

GET TICKETS HERE!

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ConcertDome | Pink Floyd on Strings
Sep
17

ConcertDome | Pink Floyd on Strings

ConcertDome presents Pink Floyd on Strings 🎸🎻

Reconnect with the legendary sound of Pink Floyd in a whole new light as our acclaimed string ensemble performs classic hits inside the immersive ConcertDome. Let iconic melodies like “Comfortably Numb,” “Wish You Were Here,” and “Another Brick in the Wall” envelop you in breathtaking dome visuals and surround sound for an unforgettable evening.

📍 Venue: ConcertDome at Austin BeerWorks Sprinkle Valley

📅 Date: Thursday, September 17, 2026

⏰ Showtimes: 6:45 and 8:30pm

🕑 Duration: Approximately 60 minutes. Doors open 20 minutes before the showtime.

👤 Age requirement: 8 years and older. Under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.

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Chamber Academy Austin Fall Semester Begins
Sep
14

Chamber Academy Austin Fall Semester Begins

Chamber Academy Austin's fall semester is officially underway!

Coachings run September 14 – November 13, with 8 sessions over 9 weeks, all happening during students' regular orchestra period — no extra scheduling required.

Students will:

  • Learn to move, breathe, and play together as an ensemble

  • Prepare exciting small-group repertoire at a high level

  • Study directly with classical chamber music professionals

  • Perform in a mock UIL Solo & Ensemble contest and a masterclass with a guest artist

  • Receive a professional recording of their final performance

Fall Highlights:
📅 Coachings: September 14 – November 13
🎻 Fall Festival (Mock Solo & Ensemble): Saturday, November 14

Visit www.ChamberAcademyAustin.org for full program details.

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ConcertDome | Studio Ghibli on Strings
Sep
12

ConcertDome | Studio Ghibli on Strings

ConcertDome presents Studio Ghibli on Strings 🎻

Step into the magical worlds of Hayao Miyazaki inside ConcertDome. Studio Ghibli on Strings brings the beloved scores of Joe Hisaishi and Studio Ghibli to life, performed by our acclaimed live string quartet and surrounded by enchanting 360-degree dome visuals. From the whimsical wonder of Howl's Moving Castle and My Neighbor Totoro to the epic grandeur of Princess Mononoke and Spirited Away, experience the music that has captivated generations in an immersive setting unlike any other.

​
📍 Venue: ConcertDome at Austin Beerworks Sprinkle Valley – 10300 Springdale Rd, Austin, TX 78753
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📅 Date: Saturday, September 12th, 2026
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⏰ Showtimes: 4:30PM, 6:30PM, and 8:30PM
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⏱ Duration: Each show runs approximately 60–70 minutes. Doors open 20 minutes before scheduled showtime.

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ConcertDome | Charli xcx, Chappell Roan, and Sabrina Carpenter on Strings on Strings
Sep
11

ConcertDome | Charli xcx, Chappell Roan, and Sabrina Carpenter on Strings on Strings

ConcertDome presents Brat Summer:

Charli xcx, Chappell Roan and Sabrina Carpenter on Strings


Dive into the unapologetic pop anthems of Chappell Roan, Charli XCX, Sabrina Carpenter, and others inside ConcertDome. Brat Summer brings the hottest hits of the moment to life, performed by our acclaimed string ensemble and drums, surrounded by immersive 360-degree dome visuals. From the club-ready energy of "HOT TO GO!" to the indie-pop swagger of "Espresso," experience the summer soundtrack that has defined the past few summers in a one-of-a-kind immersive setting.

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📍 Venue: ConcertDome at Austin Beerworks Sprinkle Valley – 10300 Springdale Rd, Austin, TX 78753

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📅 Date: Friday, September 11, 2026

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⏰ Showtimes: 6:45 and 8:30PM

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⏱  Duration: Each show runs approximately 60–70 minutes. Doors open 20 minutes before scheduled showtime.

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ConcertDome | Lana Del Rey on Strings
Sep
10

ConcertDome | Lana Del Rey on Strings

ConcertDome presents After Dark: The Music of Lana Del Rey on Strings


Slip into a world of neon-lit nostalgia, California dreams, and cinematic heartbreak. Lana Del Rey on Strings brings the lush melodies and haunting storytelling of a modern icon into the immersive world of ConcertDome. Reimagined by our acclaimed live string quartet, this program moves through every era of her music - from early baroque-pop drama to slow-burn anthems and intimate confessionals. Experience these songs stripped back to their emotional core, surrounded by 360-degree visuals that echo her dreamy Americana, doomed romance, and after-midnight glow.

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📍 Venue: ConcertDome at Austin Beerworks Sprinkle Valley – 10300 Springdale Rd, Austin, TX 78753

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📅 Date: Thursday, September 10th, 2026

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⏰ Showtimes: 6:45 and 8:30PM

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⏱  Duration: Each show runs approximately 60–70 minutes. Doors open 20 minutes before scheduled showtime.

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ConcertDome | Taylor Swift on Strings
Sep
3

ConcertDome | Taylor Swift on Strings

ConcertDome presents Taylor Swift on Strings 🎻

Step into a one-of-a-kind concert experience as a live string quartet performs the iconic songs of Taylor Swift, reimagined in full symphonic style inside the immersive ConcertDome. From “Love Story” and “Blank Space” to “Anti-Hero” and “Cruel Summer,” every era and album gets its moment with cinematic string arrangements and dazzling full-dome visual art.

📍 Venue: ConcertDome at Austin BeerWorks Sprinkle Valley

📅 Date: Thursday, September 3, 2026

⏰ Showtimes: 6:45PM and 8:30PM CST

🕑 Duration: Each show runs approximately 60-70 minutes. Doors open 20 minutes before scheduled showtime.

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ConcertDome | Strings in Space feat. Images from the James Webb Telescope
Aug
29

ConcertDome | Strings in Space feat. Images from the James Webb Telescope

ConcertDome presents 'Strings in Space feat. Images from the James Webb Telescope' 🚀🎻

Embark on an interstellar musical journey with Austin’s premier string quartet inside ConcertDome Austin. Let immersive galaxy visuals and surround sound transport you as our ensemble performs cosmic classics, film favorites, and original string arrangements inspired by space and science fiction.

📍 Venue: ConcertDome at Austin BeerWorks Sprinkle Valley
📅 Date: Saturday, August 29, 2026
⏰ Showtimes: Choose your session — 4:30PM, 6:30PM, or 8:30PM
🕑 Duration: Each show is approximately 60 minutes. Doors open 20 minutes before your showtime.

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ConcertDome | Ariana Grande on Strings
Aug
28

ConcertDome | Ariana Grande on Strings

ConcertDome presents Ariana Grande on Strings 🎻

Experience the pop sensation Ariana Grande reimagined with our acclaimed live string quartet inside the immersive ConcertDome Austin. Surrounded by enchanting 360-degree dome visuals and cinematic sound, dive into the biggest hits and beloved ballads that defined a generation. From whistle notes to powerhouse vocals, Ariana's music comes alive in a one-of-a-kind concert experience you won't find anywhere else.

📍 Venue: ConcertDome at Austin Beerworks Sprinkle Valley

📅 Date: Friday, August 28, 2026

⏰ Showtimes: 6:45 and 8:30PM

⏱ Duration: Each show runs approximately 60-70 minutes. Doors open 20 minutes before scheduled showtime.

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ConcertDome | Coldplay on Strings
Aug
21

ConcertDome | Coldplay on Strings

ConcertDome presents Coldplay on Strings 🎻

Immerse yourself in an unforgettable journey as our acclaimed string quartet brings the music of Coldplay to life inside the spectacular ConcertDome. Hear iconic hits like “Yellow,” “Viva La Vida,” “Clocks,” “Fix You,” and “A Sky Full of Stars” reimagined with cinematic string arrangements and dazzling full-dome visual art.

📍 Venue: ConcertDome at Austin BeerWorks Sprinkle Valley

📅 Date: Friday, August 21, 2026

⏰ Showtimes: 6:45PM and 8:30PM CST

🕑 Duration: Each show runs approximately 60-70 minutes. Doors open 20 minutes before scheduled showtime.

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