Joshua Bell playing violin with an orchestra behind him

Joshua Bell and The Academy of St Martin in the Fields

Joshua Bell, Music Director & Violin

Joshua Bell playing violin with an orchestra behind him

Joshua Bell and The Academy of St Martin in the Fields

Joshua Bell, Music Director & Violin

Wednesday, March 11, 2026
Part of HANCHER’S 2025–2026 SEASON
Presented by HANCHER AUDITORIUM
TICKETS
Adults $75 / $55 / $35
Students & Youth $10
Additional ticket fees may apply; total ticket price listed on ticketing page

Experience the beauty brought forth by some of the finest musicians to be found anywhere. 

Undeniably among the most celebrated violinists of his era, Joshua Bell is also music director of the chamber ensemble The Academy of St Martin in the Fields. A musical powerhouse, the orchestra has gained worldwide acclaim for its joyful and inspiring performances as well as for a commitment to the musical freedom and expressiveness of its players. Bell and the orchestra will perform music by Camille Saint-Saëns, Antonin Dvořák, and Charles Ives. 

PROGRAM
Charles IVES: Variations on “America” 
Camille SAINT-SAËNS: Violin Concerto No. 3  
Antonín DVOŘÁK: Symphony No. 8  
The English chamber orchestra Academy of St Martin in the Fields, with leader and solo violinist Joshua Bell, played works by Mozart and Beethoven with a kind of quiet excellence that made these familiar works a joy to hear again.”
— San Francisco Classical Voice
Venue

Genre
Music

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Kids Go to Hancher Fund 
Chad D. Andrews & Monica L. Boeckenstedt/Pilot Wealth
Robert J. & Sue B. Latham 
Bryan & Jan Lawler 
Gary & Nancy Pacha 
George & Carrol Woodworth 

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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.
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  • 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.
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  • 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.
    Snacks and beverages will be available on-site.

PREORDER FOOD
  • 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.
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