Beyond the Concert

Words on Music

Join us one hour prior to each Lilly Classical Series concert for Words on Music. This pre-concert talk provides behind-the-curtain perspective on each performance from musicians, conductors, guest artists and community hosts. Words on Music is free and open to all ticket holders.

The Encore Lounge

Start the evening off right — Head to the Encore Lounge, located off of the Hilbert Circle Theatre's first floor lobby. Relax and enjoy signature cocktails, champagne, beer, and wine.

Beverage Menu 

**The Encore Lounge is 21 and over.

First Mondays at the ISO

Go behind-the-scenes with special guests and hear stories you won't hear anywhere else. This casual gathering takes place on select first Mondays of the month at 7 p.m. First Mondays at the ISO is free and open to the public. For more a list of this season's remaining events, click here.                     

Founders’ Room Access

Founders’ Room is a donors-only reception that takes place at every evening Lilly Classical and Printing Partners Pops Series concert during intermission in the Wood Room. Conductor’s Circle-level donors and above ($2500+) can relax, enjoy a complimentary beverage, and mingle with other members of our ISO donor family.