Portsmouth Symphony Orchestra Fall Concert - The Universe
• The Historic Theater
The PSO launches its 29th season with a concert that brings the solar system—and all its intense, movie-worthy mystery—to life.
Music is in our name and in our DNA. We bring you the best concerts, from legends to stars and soon-to-be stars. Whether the concert is in our 900-seat Historic Theater or in our intimate, contemporary Lounge that seats just over 100, you’re sure to have an amazing experience.
The PSO launches its 29th season with a concert that brings the solar system—and all its intense, movie-worthy mystery—to life.
Berklee-trained songstress Halley Neal presents an intimate, one-woman tribute to Fleetwood Mac, replacing imitation with masterclass vocal performances, emotional storytelling, and refined musicianship.
The original lead singer and songwriter for the platinum-selling band Dishwalla, JR Richards’ career spans more than 20 years, selling millions of records, penning chart-topping hits, and performing around the world.
The Grammy-nominated duo brings a high-energy, genre-defying experience that merges classical training with the pulse of hip-hop, inviting audiences into a night of boundary-breaking music, bold beats, soaring strings, and self-expression.
Banjo-driven roots duo The Lowest Pair showcases stark lyricism, incandescent folk melodies, and raw compatibility on their Tucker Martine-produced eighth album, Always As Young As We’ll Ever Be.
Join us for a free concert celebrating Veterans Day and honoring those who have served, featuring the U.S. Army’s Jazz Ambassadors. The Jazz Ambassadors is the official touring big band of the United States Army. This 19-member ensemble has received great acclaim at home and abroad, performing America's greatest original art form, jazz.
ROCKY™ in Concert. Experience the underdog story that defined a generation. Now bigger, bolder, and brought to life with a live symphony orchestra. Watch the original ROCKY™ film on the big screen while the iconic Bill Conti score is performed live, delivering every triumph, every heartbreak, and every adrenaline-fueled moment with knockout power.
Acclaimed folk songsmith Catie Curtis delivers warm, deeply personal songs of transformation, love, and human connection, drawn from three decades of acclaimed, heart-centered music-making.
Genre-defying renaissance artist Dan Bern captivates multi-generational audiences with thousands of songs, notable film/TV soundtracks, books, paintings, and recent tour openings for The Who.
Acclaimed singer-songwriter Michaela Anne blends rock, country, and pop on her album These Are The Days, delivering unflinchingly deep, personal songs about love, grief, and resilience.
Antje Duvekot, crafter of intricate songs, unveils New Wild West, a lyrical knockout marking mid-life, healing, and the collective journey of the human condition.
Emo Orchestra pairs a full orchestral arrangement with featured guest The Spill Canvas for a theatrical performance of iconic emo anthems and classic hits.
Critically acclaimed singer-songwriter Hayley Reardon crafts deeply moving folk-pop, capturing her extensive global travels through soulful, lyrical storytelling and heart-opening melodies.
Praised by Rolling Stone and American Songwriter, troubadour Griffin House delivers raw, heartfelt storytelling across a 20-year, 13-album career of touring and TV syncs.
Featuring powerhouse vocals and a live band, MUSE: A Salute to Holiday Divas celebrates iconic festive hits by Mariah Carey, Whitney Houston, and Kelly Clarkson.
Award-winning Irish traditional trio Socks in the Frying Pan blends virtuosic musicianship, pitch-perfect harmonies, and quick wit into electrifying, globally toured traditional music performances.
Scituate-rooted country-rockers Ward Hayden & The Outliers bring their chart-topping, award-winning sound to the stage following the breakout success of their album Little by Little.
American Idol winner Lee DeWyze delivers raw, atmospheric Americana, pairing intimate, lyric-driven folk sensibilities with disarmingly personal live performances and powerful emotional depth.
Folk icon Ellis Paul weaves deeply personal stories with social commentary, delivering luminous, award-winning songwriting rooted in the tradition of Bob Dylan and Woody Guthrie.
Famed for double-platinum anthem "Absolutely (Story of a Girl)," Long Island pop-rock band Nine Days brings timeless 90s melodies, big guitars, and high-energy nostalgia to the stage.
The award-winning songwriter has opened for artists such as John Legend, Patty Griffin, and Ruston Kelly and was recently named Emerging Artist Grand Prize Recipient as part of The Music Hall’s 2026 Emerging Artist Grant Program.
This year's Family Holiday Pops! concert brings together music inspired by traditions from around the world alongside familiar favorites, all in a festive, family-friendly program that celebrates community and the spirit of the season.
Rich DiMare and The Ron Poster Trio bring "A Sinatra Christmas" to life, blending beloved holiday classics with iconic Frank Sinatra hits in a festive showcase.
Acoustic stalwart Vance Gilbert seamlessly blends folk, jazz, and R&B with razor-sharp comedic wit, masterful storytelling, and soaring, soul-stirring vocals.
Michigan-born, New Orleans-honed musician Luke Winslow-King blends Delta blues, roots, rock, and folk into soulful, guitar-driven performances packed with rich storytelling and dynamic energy.
Acclaimed singer-songwriter Vienna Teng delivers intimate, genre-blending songcraft, soaring melodies, and deeply personal storytelling that weave together music, connection, and community action.
Boston-based singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Chloe Green delivers rich indie-rock melodies, soulful vocals, and dynamic live instrumentation in her newest project, Particles and Waves.
Multi-instrumentalist and one-man band The Suitcase Junket delivers gutsy, blues-infused psych-rock and poetic dark folk featuring raspy throat singing and masterful, heartfelt songcraft.
Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter and virtuosic guitarist Raul Midón delivers a soulful, genre-blending fusion of smooth folk, jazz, blues, and pop marked by incredible vocals and mastercraft.
Guitarist Bobby Keyes, accompanied by bassist Marty Ballou and drummer Marty Richards, delivers a romantic, cinematic mix of swing grooves, dreamy ballads, and jazz-tinged instrumental music.
Virtuosic string ensemble Rhythm Future Quartet delivers dynamic, contemporary Gypsy jazz, blending Hot Club of France swing with vibrant international rhythms and original compositions.
Married singer-songwriters Halley Neal and Sam Robbins share a special, cozy evening of soaring harmonies, heartfelt folk duets, and effortless warmth for Valentine's Day.
Join violinist Sarita Uranovsky and the Portsmouth Symphony Orchestra for a special performance of Vivaldi’s The Four Seasons, paired with four wines curated by Jude Blake.
Two-time Grammy nominee Guy Davis delivers deeply soulful, theater-infused blues and roots storytelling through masterful guitar, banjo, and thought-provoking, socially conscious songcraft.
Celebrate 35 years of one of the most iconic video game franchises with a live ensemble featuring rock musicians, electronics, and vocalists performing an array of the incredible and defining songs from the beloved video games.
Acclaimed singer-songwriter Lucy Wainwright Roche delivers crystalline vocals, wise, wry lyrics, and deadpan humor through deeply moving, poetic folk songcraft and intimate performances.
The PSO’s winter concert features a color-filled program that will take audiences on a musical walk through galleries of sound and color.
An American singer-songwriter, Brendan James has collaborated or toured with the likes of John Mayer, John Legend, Cat Stevens, Carly Simon, Keb Mo, and Andy Grammar.
Led by Richie Havens’ longtime guitarist Walter Parks, The Unlawful Assembly reimagines historic spirituals, gospel, and blues into a soulful, modern roots-rock experience.
Grammy-winning songwriter Brandy Clark brings her brilliant, time-honored storytelling, crisp hooks, and hit-filled Americana catalog to the stage for a powerful live performance.
Experience James Cameron’s action masterpiece Terminator 2: Judgment Day with Brad Fiedel’s iconic, metallic synth score performed live by an eight-musician ensemble in-sync.
Multi-Platinum singer-songwriter Mat Kearney delivers his signature blend of honest songwriting, genre-blurring production, and soulful vocals in an intimate live performance.
“Love & Death” explores the range and intensity of human emotion in PSO’s final concert of the Main Stage season.
From her critically acclaimed self-titled debut in 1995 to her 2020 release, Kim Richey has consistently impressed listeners, garnered accolades, and attracted famous fans which have made her an in-demand collaborator.
Package Includes:
Premium Reserved Seat in the first 10 rows
Pre-show Meet & Greet with Matt Fraser
Individual Photo with Matt Fraser
Autographed 8x10 Photo
Exclusive Poster
Special Matt Fraser VIP Gift
Early Entry into Venue
Commemorative VIP Laminate
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