Gala: OPUS 2026

The Performance

The inspiring music of the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra powers the Gala: OPUS 2026 event and illuminates Hilbert Circle Theatre for an unforgettable evening. The theatre will be transformed with vibrant, interactive experiences, all included in the cost of your ticket:

• Ticket to the performance led by Maestro Jun Märkl featuring our outstanding musicians and pianist Denis Kozhukhin
• Surprise live pop-up performances by ISO musicians throughout the evening
• Themed lounge areas and open bar with specialty mocktails, crafted cocktails, and handcrafted spirits from 8th Day Distillery
• Complimentary desserts from J’Adore Pastry and champagne
• Curated tastings by Corridor and Magdalena
• Live painting and exhibit of new work by Kyle Ragsdale
• Interactive experiences with the ISO education team
• Picture-perfect moments in beautifully designed spaces
• Patron and Benefactor dinner packages are still available! Email afields@indianapolissymphony.org to purchase a dinner package.

Evening Schedule

6:30 PM | Doors open for complimentary champagne, open bar, and mingling
7:30 PM | ISO performance begins
8:45 PM | Dessert and after-concert celebrations throughout the Hilbert Circle Theatre

Gala Details

Maestro Jun Märkl leads the ISO in Beethoven’s Fifth Piano Concerto, the “Emperor,” in a powerful musical centerpiece for Gala: OPUS 2026. World-renowned pianist Denis Kozhukhin brings his admired interpretation of Beethoven to the ISO stage. Beethoven’s “Emperor” Concerto embodies strength, confidence, radiance, and grace—music that rises above conflict to affirm the power and illumination of leadership through character, vision, and the enduring human spirit. The program also includes selections from Tchaikovsky’s beloved Swan Lake.

The ISO’s Gala: OPUS 2026 supports:

• Visionary performances across Classical, Pops, and special series
• Recruiting and retaining full-time professional musicians
• Hosting world-renowned guest artists
• Innovative educational programs
• Preservation of Hilbert Circle Theatre

Tickets range from $150 to $200.

If you are unable to attend OPUS 2026 but would like to make a donation to the event, please follow this link. Thank you for your support!

Dinner Partners

Make your Gala: OPUS 2026 experience even more special with dinner before the performance! Our restaurant partners, The Capital Grille and The Oceanaire Seafood Room, are offering special menus exclusively for Gala balcony ticket holders. Enjoy an elevated dining experience downtown before heading to Hilbert Circle Theatre for an unforgettable evening of music, celebration, and entertainment.

To make a reservation with The Oceanaire Seafood Room, please email oain@ldry.com.
Read The Oceanaire Seafood Room’s Menu

To make a reservation with The Capital Grille, click here: OpenTable – Complete your reservation.
Read Capital Grille’s Menu