Make the most out of your trip to the State Theatre. Pre-Performance Insights offer an illuminating and thought-provoking exploration of the State Theatre's symphony, classical dance, Broadway, and other events. Free of charge to State Theatre audiences, these entertaining and informative lectures offer both novice and experienced patrons a deeper appreciation of the performances and a richer perspective on the art form in general. Pre-Performance Insights for these events are available with your ticket purchase.

The State Theatre’s Symphony Series is made possible
through the generous support of The Blanche and Irving Laurie Foundation.

Dresden Philharmonic

Featured Speaker: Raymond Wojcik Friday, March 09, 2012, 7pm Location: United Methodist Church, 323 George Street All seats: Free Admission Underwritten by THE BLANCHE AND IRVING LAURIE FOUNDATION and THE FRANK AND LYDIA BERGEN FOUNDATION

Performance information and ordering: Dresden Philharmonic

La Bohème in HD, Liceu

Featured Speaker: Richard Russell Wednesday, March 14, 2012, 6:30 PM Location: State Theatre, 15 Livingston Avenue All seats: Free Admission with Performance Ticket Underwritten by THE BLANCHE AND IRVING LAURIE FOUNDATION and THE FRANK AND LYDIA BERGEN FOUNDATION

Performance information and ordering: La Bohème in HD, Liceu

Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra

with Wynton Marsalis

Saturday, March 17, 2012, 7pm Location: United Methodist Church, 323 George Street All seats: Free Admission

Performance information and ordering: Jazz at Lincoln Center

Moscow Festival Ballet in Cinderella

Featured Speaker: Mary Pat Robertson Friday, April 06, 2012, 7pm Location: United Methodist Church, 323 George Street All seats: Free Admission

Performance information and ordering: Moscow Festival Ballet

MOMIX reMIX

Friday, April 20, 2012, 7pm Location: United Methodist Church, 323 George Street All seats: Free Admission

Performance information and ordering: MOMIX reMIX

Rigoletto in HD, The Royal Opera

Featured Speaker: Richard Russell Sunday, April 22, 2012, 1:30 PM Location: State Theatre, 15 Livingston Avenue All seats: Free Admission with Performance Ticket Underwritten by THE BLANCHE AND IRVING LAURIE FOUNDATION and THE FRANK AND LYDIA BERGEN FOUNDATION

Performance information and ordering: Rigoletto in HD, The Royal Opera

Romeo and Juliet in HD, The Royal Ballet

Tuesday, May 15, 2012, 6:30 PM Location: State Theatre, 15 Livingston Avenue All seats: Free Admission with Performance Ticket

Performance information and ordering: Romeo and Juliet in HD, The Royal Ballet

La Fille Mal Gardée in HD, The Royal Ballet

Featured Speaker: Douglas Martin Wednesday, June 13, 2012, 6:30 PM Location: State Theatre, 15 Livingston Avenue All seats: Free Admission with Performance Ticket

Performance information and ordering: La Fille Mal Gardée in HD, The Royal Ballet