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Ensemble Arts Philly Unveils New 2026–2027 Family Discovery Series

by Kimberly Inlander

Jun 18, 2026

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Ensemble Arts recently announced the return of its Family Discovery Series for the 2026–2027 season. The annual series features a lineup of performances designed for audiences of all ages. Multi-show packages are on sale now and start at $24 per performance.

 

The 2026–2027 Family Discovery Series includes:

  • The Philadelphia Orchestra Presents Children’s Halloween Spectacular (Oct. 10, Marian Anderson Hall inside Kimmel Center)
  • The Philadelphia Orchestra Presents Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban in Concert (Oct. 16–18, Marian Anderson Hall inside Kimmel Center)
  • The Philadelphia Orchestra Presents Children’s Holiday Spectacular (Dec. 5, Marian Anderson Hall inside Kimmel Center)
  • STOMP (Dec. 29–Jan. 3, Miller Theater)
  • The Philadelphia Orchestra Presents Peter and the Wolf (Feb. 20, 2027, Marian Anderson Hall inside Kimmel Center)
  • MARVEL STUDIOS’ Black Pantherin Concert (Feb. 27, 2027, Miller Theater)
  • Riverdance30 – The New Generation (March 4–7, 2027, Miller Theater)
  • Chloé Arnold’s Syncopated Ladies Live!(April 16, 2027, Miller Theater)
  • The Philadelphia Orchestra Presents Green Eggs and Ham (May 1, 2027, Marian Anderson Hall inside Kimmel Center)

 

“Across our Family Discovery Series, we have curated experiences for young people that are accessible, engaging, and designed to spark curiosity across genres and traditions,” said Ryan Fleur, president and CEO, Ensemble Arts. “We love welcoming our youngest arts lovers into these moments, where a first performance can become the start of a lifelong connection with the arts – helping inspire the next generation of artists and audiences alike.”

 

Tickets can be purchased online at ensembleartsphilly.org, by calling 215 893 1999 or at the Academy of Music Box Office.

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