Handel’s Messiah Highlights

Thu, Dec 10, 2026 | 7:00 PM (HIGHLIGHTS) | Thu, Dec 10, 2026 | 7:00 PM | Sanctuary Hall at First Congregational Get Tickets | Fri, Dec 11, 2026 | 7:00 PM | Sanctuary Hall at First Congregational Get Tickets | Sat, Dec 12, 2026 | 3:00 PM | Sanctuary Hall at First Congregational Get Tickets | Sun, Dec 13, 2026 | 3:00 PM | Sanctuary Hall at First Congregational Celebrate the season with Messiah, performed on period instruments just as Handel intended, infusing his music with intimacy and charm. From the triumphant “Hallelujah” to its radiant arias and resounding choruses, this beloved oratorio continues to move audiences with its beauty, drama, and hope. Returning guest director Gary Thor Wedow, a specialist in historically informed performance and longtime Juilliard faculty member, leads the orchestra alongside world-class soloists and Portland Baroque Voices, PBO’s newly launched professional vocal ensemble, bringing clarity, energy, and dramatic insight to this timeless work. Check out the 2026/27 Season Brochure. Download the season order form and mail it in for the earliest access to the best seats in the house. Join us one hour before the performance for a pre-concert talk about the program. Learn more here. Dec 10, 2026 | 7:00 PM Sanctuary Hall at First Congregational 1126 SW Park Ave Portland, OR 97205 Dec 11, 2026 | 7:00 PM Sanctuary Hall at First Congregational 1126 SW Park Ave Portland, OR 97205 Dec 12, 2026 | 3:00 PM Sanctuary Hall at First Congregational 1126 SW Park Ave Portland, OR 97205 Dec 13, 2026 | 3:00 PM Sanctuary Hall at First Congregational 1126 SW Park Ave Portland, OR 97205