Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra: Yuletide Celebration

Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra: Yuletide Celebration at Hilbert Circle Theatre

A Sunday evening holiday tradition feels different when the orchestra and specialty performers share one stage. On December 13 at 6:30 PM, the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra brings its 40th-anniversary Yuletide Celebration to Hilbert Circle Theatre, and it's built to feel like an event, not just an evening of carols. A full orchestra, vocalists, cirque artists and choreography share the stage, so your night in Indianapolis has music you can hear and spectacle you can watch.

That mix is the real draw. Jack Everly conducts, and Curtis Bannister hosts. Bannister's background spans Broadway, opera and concert performance, and he co-hosted the 2025 production. Returning features include 'Twas the Night Before Christmas and tap-dancing Santas, the kind of moments families and friends can bring up for years afterward. Violinists Kevin Lin and Sherry Hong of the ISO are announced in a duet, adding a quieter, more intimate beat to the celebration.

Then there's the wow factor. Nick Hodge performs on the Cyr wheel, and Ermiyas Muluken brings rolla bolla artistry, so the season's music is joined by feats of balance and movement. It's a smart choice if you want a holiday plan that gives everyone something to talk about on the way out. Gather your people, pick your seats, and make this year's tradition a little more dazzling. Reserve your Yuletide Celebration seats here and give your December 13 a front-row spot on the calendar.