Featuring Conductor Stuart Malina and Madison Claire Parks on Vocals in a Broadway-meets-Hollywood Themed Program
Honorary Conductor Sponsor Dr. Bob Weinman Returns to Lead a Rousing Piece
The Santa Barbara Symphony invites the community to channel the glamour of old Hollywood and the energy of Broadway at the ‘biggest & best’ musical New Year’s Eve party on Wednesday, December 31, 2025, from 8:30 – 10:00 pm at the opulent Granada Theatre. Single tickets start at $65. Group discounts start at 20% (for 10 or more), and Symphony subscribers enjoy an exclusive 20% discount.
Under the buoyant baton of guest conductor Stuart Malina and high-energy vocals of Madison Claire Parks, New Year’s Eve with The Symphony promises a glittering evening of Broadway-meets-Hollywood charm. Audiences will delight in the heart of American musical storytelling, through lush orchestral arrangements, beloved show tunes, and some more contemporary cinematic scores.
The festivities also include complimentary champagne, party hats and noisemakers, and a heartwarming Auld Lang Syne sing-along to close the evening. Symphony board member, Dr. Bob Weinman, returns as Honorary Conductor Sponsor to lead the orchestra on “Seventy-six Trombones”, a popular show tune and the signature song from the 1957 musical The Music Man, by Meredith Willson. From Rodgers & Hammerstein’s sweeping Carousel Waltz to Bernstein’s electrifying Overture to West Side Story to John Williams’ Academy Award-winning score: Adventures on Earth, from the film E.T., this concert brings the golden age of Broadway and Hollywood center stage.
“New Year’s Eve with The Symphony is fast becoming a Santa Barbara tradition,” shared Santa Barbara Symphony President & CEO Kathryn R. Martin. “This evening is all about joy and connection. It’s a chance for our community to come together, raise a glass, and let the music carry us into the new year with energy and hope.”
Performance Details
Tickets for New Year’s Eve with The Symphony can be purchased online, in person, or by calling the Granada Theatre box office at (805) 899-2222. For additional details, visit TheSymphony.org. Patrons can also subscribe to the remaining season with a flexible four-series package. Call (805) 898-9386 or visit The Symphony website for details.
The Artists
Stuart Malina, Guest Conductor – a Tony Award-winning conductor and pianist, is celebrating his 25th season as Music Director of the Harrisburg Symphony Orchestra and also leads the Greenwich Symphony and Lake Placid Sinfonietta. Renowned for his charismatic style and artistic versatility, he has guest-conducted major U.S. orchestras, performed worldwide, and bridged Broadway, film, and classical music with insight and ease. Full biography.
Madison Claire Parks, Vocalist – Hailed by the LA Times for her “pitch-perfect soprano” and “Broadway-caliber belt,” Madison Claire Parks is a rising star of musical theatre. Known for over 700 performances as Glinda in Wicked’s national tour, she has starred in numerous leading roles nationwide and frequently performs with major symphonies across the country. Full biography..
Dr. Robert Weinman, Honorary Conductor Sponsor – A retired rocket scientist from Northrop Grumman, Dr. Weinman received his Bachelor’s degree from Cornell and a PhD from Caltech. He is a lifelong music lover who has attended concerts and operas across the globe. His Board
affiliations (in addition to the Santa Barbara Symphony) include Long Beach Opera, Music Academy of the West, and Opera Santa Barbara. He has resided in Santa Barbara since 2008.
Event Sponsors
Principal Concert Sponsor: Samuel M. & Alene S. Hedgpeth
Honorary Conductor Sponsor: Dr. Bob Weinman
Artist Sponsor: Bob & Mary Gates
Champagne Sponsors: Marilynn Sullivan & Lois Duncan
