OV From Darkness to Light 018 — Jonathan Lo & Orchestra Victoria
Photo Casey Horsfield

The launch of our 2025 Southbank Series is a curated celebration of our orchestra’s exceptional talent.

Melbourne / Naarm
26 July & 13 September 2025, 7:30pm

Hanson Dyer Hall
Ian Potter Southbank Centre
43 Sturt St, Southbank VIC 3006
Woi-Wurrung Country

Ticket Price Range
3 Concert Package: $169

Adult: $69
Concession: $59
Under 35: $35
Under 18: $19

Renowned for its superb acoustics, join us at the iconic Hanson Dyer Hall at The University of Melbourne. This series offers a rare opportunity to hear our orchestra members take centre stage — a departure from their usual work partnering in ballet and opera. Featuring a dynamic mix of beloved core orchestral works and contemporary compositions, each concert is designed to captivate both seasoned classical music lovers and newcomers alike, honouring orchestral tradition and embracing modern works.

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Prismatic Echoes | 26 July

Conductor Jonathan Lo

Maurice Ravel Le Tombeau de Couperin   
Georg Philipp Telemann Trumpet Concerto in D major
Soloist: Mark Fitzpatrick, Section Principal Trumpet   
Louise Farrenc Symphony No. 3

At Spring's Edge | 13 September

Conductor Carlo Antonioli

Sergei Prokofiev Symphony No. 1 ' Classical'
William Barton Elements of the Earth
Dmitri Shostakovich Cello Concerto No.1
Soloist: Melissa Chominsky, Section Principal Cello

Lyric Refractions with Jessica Gethin

Artistic Advisor Jessica Gethin gives an insight into our upcoming concert Southbank Series: Lyric Refractions

Southbank Series Conductors

Meet the Southbank Series Soloists

Concert Partners

Supporters

Thank you to our Southbank Circle supporters Lady Southey AC and Dr Karen Wayne OAM & Dr Victor Wayne, whose support has enabled this concert to take place.