Beethoven’s Heroes

Location Appell Center for the Performing Arts: Strand Theater Date Saturday, February 20, 2027 7:30 PM EST Duration 2 Hours Intermission Programming Epic adventures await! Beethoven’s sole opera, Fidelio, spins a tale that weaves together the transformative strength of love and bravery put to the test. Egmont takes you through a dramatic tale from despair to triumph. The York Symphony and Chorus bring this vivid music to life and shines a light of hope in the darkness. LUDWIG VAN BEETHOVEN Egmont, Op. 84 LUDWIG VAN BEETHOVEN Excerpts from Fidelio, Op. 72 Artists Lawrence Golan Conductor Lawrence Golan is in high demand across the United States and internationally. Read Bio >> Rebecca Krynski Cox Soprano Hailed by The New York Times as a “vibrant soprano…with a secure, appealing sound and eye- opening volume” Read Bio >> York Symphony Chorus Carlos Casilla-Nova Chorusmaster His work has been praised by many, including the Pennsylvania Chapter of the American Choral Directors. Read Bio >> Alex Boyer Tenor Known for his commanding voice and dramatic portrayals of the lyric and spinto tenor repertoire Read Bio >> Season Sponsor Classical Series SponsorConcert Sponsor Guest Artist Sponsor Pre-Concert Talk On the night of classical concerts, Pre-Concert Talks will take place from the front of the Appell Center’s Strand Theatre stage at 6:30-7PM. Admission is free for all ticket holders. Assistant Conductor Rebekah O’Brien will take you on an enlightening journey of the forthcoming concert. We look forward to seeing you! Digital Access Instructions Purchase a digital ticket online through your Appell Center account. You will receive an email with a link to access the digital concert the next day (Sunday) at 10am. Click on the link to enjoy the YSO from your home during the 60-hour concert access: Sunday at noon-Tuesday at midnight. How to Access the Digital Concert on a Smart TV Step 1 Click the link from your confirmation email on a computer, tablet or smart phone and add this video to your YouTube account’s “Watch Later” list. Step 2 Go to the YouTube app on your Smart TV. Go to your “Watch Later” list and choose the digital concert. Sit back and enjoy the concert! 2026-27 Digital Program Book Guest artist, time, date, location, seat, and program, and digital access subject to change without notice.