From LIVE ARTS TOLEDO
The whimsical stories of Dr. Seuss will leap from the page to the stage when gthe Toledo Symphony Orchestra present the family concert “Dr. Seuss and The Symphony,’ Sunday, Jan. 25 at 3 p.m. in the Toledo Museum of Art Peristyle Theater.
Designed especially for young audiences and their families, this one-hour concert introduces children to the joy of live music through three narrated storybooks performed alongside a full orchestra.
Featured works are “The Symphony Goes to the Zoo,” “Green Eggs and Ham,” and “The Sneetches,” creating a playful and engaging first concert experience for audiences of all ages.
The performance will be led by conductor Tamara Dworetz and narrated by TSO musician Robert Clemens, with vocal performances by soprano Grace Wipfli and child soprano Alayna Brazzill, bringing Dr. Seuss’s imaginative characters vividly to life through music and storytelling.
Dr. Seuss and The Symphony is designed to be an inclusive and accessible concert experience.
The performance will feature an ASL interpreter and sensory-friendly supports to help audience members enjoy the concert in a comfortable and welcoming environment.
A sensory guide is available in advance to assist families in preparing for the experience.
Families are encouraged to arrive early and participate in pre-concert activities from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. in the Green Room at the Toledo Museum of Art.
Community partners—including the Toledo Symphony League, Toledo Museum of Art, Toledo Library, Lucas County Board of Developmental Disabilities, and Live Arts Toledo—will host craft stations, interactive activities,
and resource tables for children and caregivers.
Following the performance, audience members are invited to remain in the theater for a post-concert Q&A with Toledo Symphony musicians, offering children a chance to learn more about the instruments, the music, and the performers themselves.
Families may also explore the featured stories ahead of time through their local library.
“The Symphony Goes to the Zoo,” written by Toledo Symphony musician Aaron Keaster with music composed by TSO musician William McDevitt, exemplifies the orchestra’s dedication to fostering curiosity, learning, and a lifelong appreciation for music within the community.
For additional details, including accessibility resources, sensory information, and tickets, visit liveartstoledo.com/seuss.
