Minnesota Orchestra
with Thomas Søndergård, Music Director, and Benjamin Beilman, Violin
Minnesota Orchestra
with Thomas Søndergård, Music Director, and Benjamin Beilman, Violin
Presented by HANCHER AUDITORIUM
Adults $95 / $75 / $45
Students & Youth $95 / $10
Additional ticket fees may apply; total ticket price listed on ticketing page
Rekindling a deep relationship with an outstanding orchestra that began in 1909.
No ensemble has visited the University of Iowa more often than the Grammy Award-winning Minnesota Orchestra—but it’s been 43 years since the ensemble’s last performance on campus. We are delighted to welcome them back under the baton of Thomas Søndergård for a concert featuring violinist Benjamin Beilman, an adventuresome and passionate performer with a rich and deep tone. The program includes music by Tōru Takemitsu, Karol Szymanowski, and Hector Berlioz. Members of the orchestra will also engage with student musicians across the UI School of Music.
Karol SZYMANOWSKI: Violin Concerto No. 1
Hector BERLIOZ: Symphonie fantastique
ARTIST ENGAGEMENTS
Free and open to the public
Minnesota Orchestra in conversation / Sunday, November 16, 2025 / 11:00 AM
Guest Artist Masterclasses with Minnesota Orchestra / Sunday, November 16, 2025 / 12:30 PM
Jane McCune in memory of Robert Wachal
Kevin & Julie Monson
Gerald & Nancy Rose
Bill Rubright in loving memory of Karen G. Rubright & Emilie J. Rubright
Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to attend all University of Iowa sponsored events. If you are a person with a disability who requires a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in this program, please contact Paris Young in advance at (319) 467-4849 or at [email protected] or fill out an accessibility request using the linked form below.
HANCHER ACCESSIBILITY REQUEST FORM- Please refrain from wearing perfume or cologne out of respect for smell-sensitive patrons.
- Two soundproof observation booths are available on the parterre level for guests who do not wish to disturb others with a cough or any other distractions.
- Photos and video inside the auditorium are prohibited.
- Parking: The Hancher lot can be accessed from both Park Road and Riverside Drive. Click the button below to view a detailed, interactive map.
- Entrances: The main entrance to Hancher Auditorium is located at the south end of the building and near the accessible parking lot on the building’s west side.
- Preorder food from the Stanley Café!
Avoid the lines by making your food selections before you come to Hancher Auditorium. Most entrées are only available through pre-order and cannot be purchased on-site at the performance.
Limited snacks and beverages will be available on-site.
- For those wishing to dine at Hancher prior to the performance there will be snacks available onsite.
- Beverages purchased from the Smith Lobby Bar can only be taken into the auditorium in a Hancher Season Cup which can be purchased from any concession location, the Hancher Box Office, or in the Hancher Showcase. Cups are $5.00 and reusable.
- Snacks are available from the Smith Lobby Bar 90 minutes prior to the performance. Food is not allowed in the auditorium.
- Hancher bars do not accept cash. American Express, Visa, Discover, MasterCard, Google Pay, and Apple Pay are all accepted.
