Newark-Granville Symphony Orchestra presents American Movie Classics
Celebrate America’s 250th anniversary with an evening of unforgettable American movie music as the Newark-Granville Symphony Orchestra brings American Movie Classics to the stage on Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 7:30 PM at The Midland Theatre.
This concert features powerful and iconic scores from beloved films, including Pirates of the Caribbean, Hook, The Adventures of Robin Hood, and On the Waterfront. The program also includes Samuel Barber’s deeply moving Adagio for Strings, famously heard in Platoon. Together, these works emphasize the drama and lasting influence of American film music across generations.
Featured Works
- Pirates of the Caribbean Suite — Hans Zimmer
- Adagio for Strings (from Platoon)** — Samuel Barber
- Flight to Neverland (from Hook)** — John Williams
- The Adventures of Robin Hood Suite — Erich Wolfgang Korngold
- Symphonic Suite from On the Waterfront — Leonard Bernstein
From thrilling swashbuckling adventures to powerful reflections of heartbreak and heroism, American Movie Classics brings the sounds of the cinema to life in a live orchestral experience.
Concert Details
American Movie Classics
Saturday, February 21, 2026 | 7:30 PM
The Midland Theatre
https://www.midlandtheatre.org/ngso
