3 Family-Friendly Symphony Concerts in Cincinnati

After the holiday festivities are over and the quiet of Ohio’s winter months begins to take hold, it might seem easier to just stay inside and embrace the boredom. But for families willing to venture outside this time of year, a trio of all-ages performances from the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra awaits, offering engaging musical solutions for chilly winter weekends.

Toy Story in Concert | Jan. 3-4
To infinity and beyond! Audiences familiar with Woody and Buzz’s cinematic journey will want to check out this version backed by the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra. While the original “Toy Story” movie plays on the big screen at Cincinnati Music Hall, the orchestra plays live music for the entirety of the film. It’s a perfect way to relive the joy of the original film while giving yourself a refresher before the release of “Toy Story 5” in June.

Access to Music | Feb. 1
Celebrate the connection between music and the mind at this sensory-friendly performance for kids. The show includes brighter lights, accessible seating and designated quiet areas. The midday concert, produced in partnership with local nonprofit The Well, serves as an exploration of how sound shapes thoughts, emotions and interactions.

Lollipops: Peter and the Wolf | Feb. 7
The classic tale from composer Sergei Prokofiev is brought to life on stage with a playful narrator, works by local artist C.F. Payne and lively music. This rendition of “Peter and the Wolf” is part of the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra’s Lollipops Family Series, which provides fun, bite-size concerts that last less than an hour and are most suitable for children ages 2 through 9. Head to the Family Fun Zone prior to the show for pre-concert activities.

For more information about the performances, visit cincinnatisymphony.org.

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