SCOOP: Dolly Parton symphony concert heads to DC’s Kennedy Center in event ‘no one will want to miss’
The Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C., is set to host symphony concerts that will celebrate the music and life of the legendary American icon, Dolly Parton. The concert, titled “Dolly Parton’s Threads: My Songs in Symphony,” will take place on June 26 and 27, featuring the National Symphony Orchestra performing some of Parton’s greatest hits such as “Jolene,” “Coat of Many Colors,” and “I Will Always Love You.”
The concert series, which premiered last year in Nashville and has since toured various cities across the nation, will offer a unique experience for audiences to enjoy the timeless songs of Dolly Parton in a fresh symphonic setting. While Parton will not be performing live at the concerts, the event promises to honor her enduring spirit and unparalleled impact on American popular music culture.
Principal Pops Conductor Steven Reineke expressed his excitement about bringing Dolly Parton’s music to life through a full symphony orchestra, describing her as one of the great storytellers of American music. The concert will be a multimedia experience, featuring imagery of the iconic singer on screen to guide audiences through a visual-musical journey of her songs, life, and stories.
Tickets for the concert will be available to Kennedy Center members starting on April 29, with general public ticket sales beginning on May 1. The Kennedy Center aims to usher in a new era of arts programming that resonates with the public, focusing on shows that are popular and can sustain themselves financially. Kennedy Center President Richard Grenell emphasized the importance of producing content that sells tickets and pays for itself, ensuring the financial stability of the performing arts center.
The Kennedy Center’s shift towards programming that appeals to a wider audience includes plans for Christmas-focused productions in December, as well as other performances that reflect the interests and preferences of the public. By prioritizing shows that are in high demand, the Kennedy Center aims to revitalize its programming and engage audiences in new and exciting ways.
As the Kennedy Center prepares to host the symphony concerts celebrating Dolly Parton, audiences can look forward to a memorable and enchanting experience that pays tribute to the enduring legacy of one of America’s most beloved musical icons.
