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Des Moines Performing Arts to Host HARRY POTTER AND THE DEATHLY HALLOWS PART 2 Concert
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 24, 2026

As the world of Harry Potter celebrates 25 Years of Magic, the Harry Potter Film Concert Series will return to the Des Moines Civic Center with Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 2 in Concert, the final chapter in the series.

WICKED: FOR GOOD and More Nominated for Society Of Composers & Lyricists 7TH ANNUAL SCL AWARDS
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 28, 2026

The Society of Composers & Lyricists has announced nominees and honorees for the 7th Annual SCL Awards, taking place February 6, 2026. Highlights include a Rocky 50th anniversary tribute and the Spirit of Collaboration Award honoring Ludwig Göransson and Ryan Coogler.

WICKED: FOR GOOD Shut Out of 2026 Oscars; Jessie Buckley, Ethan Hawke, & More Receive Nominations
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 22, 2026

Jessie Buckley, Ethan Hawke, Emma Stone, and more have received nominations for the 98th Academy Awards. Check out the full list of nominees now!

Hans Zimmer and Bleeding Fingers To Compose New Score for HARRY POTTER Series
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 15, 2026

Hans Zimmer and Bleeding Fingers will compose a new score for the HBO Original Harry Potter series, debuting in 2027 on HBO and HBO Max. As a group, they will be the fifth group of songwriters to score the Harry Potter stories onscreen.

Jessie Buckley, Rose Byrne, & More Win Golden Globe Awards - Full List of Winners
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 12, 2026

Jessie Buckley, Rose Byrne, Jean Smart, Michelle Williams, Timothée Chalamet, and more took home awards at the 83rd Golden Globes on Sunday. Take a look at the full list here!

Jessie Buckley Wins Critics Choice Award For HAMNET; Full List of Winners
by Stephi Wild - Jan 5, 2026

Jessie Buckley won the Critics Choice Award for Best Actress for her performance in the film adaptation of Hamnet. Wicked: For Good, which received 7 nominations, did not win any. Check out the full list here!

Scott Dunn Orchestra Will Present THOSE FABULOUS FILMS OF THE SEVENTIES At The Wallis
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 18, 2025

The Scott Dunn Orchestra will present Those Fabulous Films of the Seventies at the Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts. The concert features music from iconic 1970s films by composers including John Williams, Ennio Morricone, and Jerry Goldsmith. The performance is part of the orchestra’s inaugural season at the Wallis.

Stephen Schwartz, Sara Bareilles, & More Receive Nominations for Society of Composers & Lyricists Awards
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 17, 2025

Broadway songwriter Stephen Schwartz has been nominated for three awards at the 2026 Annual Society of Composers & Lyricists Awards for his work in Wicked: For Good. Other notable nominees include Sara Bareilles and Ludwig Göransson. Check out the full list now.

WICKED: FOR GOOD, BLUE MOON & More Receive 2026 Golden Globes Nominations - Full List
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 8, 2025

Wicked: For Good, Blue Moon, Hamnet, and more have been nominated for Golden Globes!. Check out the full list of nominees, which also includes Amanda Seyfried, Tessa Thompson, Sarah Snook, Carrie Coon, and more.

WICKED: FOR GOOD Receives 7 Critics Choice Award Nominations- Check Out the Full List
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 5, 2025

Wicked: For Good has received 7 nominations at the 31st annual Critics Choice Awards, including Best Picture. Other notable nominees in various categories include Hamnet, Blue Moon, The Testament of Ann Lee, and Kiss of the Spider Woman.

Review: KLASSIK RADIO LIVE IN CONCERT �" DIE NACHT DER FILMMUSIK at Glocke Bremen
by Konstantin Georgiou - Nov 21, 2025

Klassik Radio live in Concert – Die Nacht der Filmmusik war für mich ein Abend, der weit mehr als nur ein Orchestererlebnis bot. Ich bin mit Filmmusik aufgewachsen, eigentlich seit ich denken kann.

WICKED: FOR GOOD And More Nominated for 2025 Hollywood Music In Media Awards
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 6, 2025

The Hollywood Music in Media Awards (HMMA) has announced the nominees for its 2025 ceremony recognizing composers, songwriters, and music supervisors for original music in film, television, video games, and other visual media.

SPOOKY SYMPHONY Headlines The Moss Center's Annual Halloween Celebration
by Stephi Wild - Oct 20, 2025

The Dennis C. Moss Cultural Arts Center will invite families to its festive annual event, Halloween 2025 Featuring the Spooky Symphony. Learn more about the event here!

Broadway SF to Present HARRY POTTER AND THE DEATHLY HALLOWS �" PART 2 IN CONCERT
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 8, 2025

The Harry Potter Film Concert Series will return to San Francisco’s Davies Symphony Hall with Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 2 in Concert. Learn more!

Video: Jonathan Bailey Plays the Clarinet for JURASSIC WORLD REBIRTH
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 30, 2025

In a new video for the scoring session of Jurassic World Rebirth, Jonathan Bailey can be seen playing the clarinet along with the orchestra on the iconic John Williams score. Watch it now!

The Film Music of Alexandre Desplat Comes to HK Philharmonic
by Stephi Wild - May 19, 2025

From the quirky charm of The Grand Budapest Hotel to the enchanting depths of The Shape of Water, French composer Alexandre Desplat’s impeccable scores add a touch of magic to every film he graces.

THE GREAT GATSBY and More Set for Overture Center 2025-26 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 18, 2025

Overture Center has revealed its 2025/26 season, featuring Broadway shows, dance performances and much more! The season lineup includes The Great Gatsby, Water for Elephants, and more. See the full season here! 

Composer Atticus Ross to Be Named a BMI Icon at The 2025 BMI Awards
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 10, 2025

Composer, producer, and recording artist Atticus Ross will be honored with the BMI Icon Award at the 41st Annual BMI Film, TV and Visual Media Awards on May 14th in Beverly Hills, CA.

Madison Symphony Orchestra Will Perform HARRY POTTER AND THE DEATHLY HALLOWS PART 1 in Concert
by Stephi Wild - Mar 20, 2025

 The Harry Potter Film Concert Series will return to Overture with “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 1 in Concert,” the second to last film in the “Harry Potter” series.

HARRY POTTER AND THE DEATHLY HALLOWS - PART 1 in Concert is Coming to BroadwaySF
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 17, 2025

The Harry Potter Film Concert Series will return to San Francisco’s Davies Symphony Hall with Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 1 in Concert, the second to last film in the Harry Potter series. Learn more!