Candide: In Concert

April 17 and 18, 2027

Music by: Leonard Bernstein.
Book adapted from Voltaire by: Hugh Wheeler.
Lyrics by Richard Wilbur.
With additional Lyrics by Stephen Sondheim and John Latouche

Discover the brilliance, wit, and musical fireworks of Candide in this special concert presentation of Leonard Bernstein’s operetta masterpiece. Based on Voltaire’s satirical novel, Candide whisks audiences on a whirlwind journey filled with dazzling humor, philosophical mischief, and breathtaking music — including “Glitter and Be Gay” and the soaring finale, “Make Our Garden Grow.”

Bernstein will be instantly familiar to SBMT audiences as the composer of On the Town, staged by the company in 2022, as well as the iconic West Side Story. Presented in concert format—with full orchestra and glorious voices, this production puts Bernstein’s virtuosic score front and center, offering a thrilling opportunity to experience one of musical theatre’s most exhilarating works in all its brilliance.

The best prices and the best seats

Season tickets go on sale in April, 2026. Be among the first to place your subscription order and lock in the best seats at a savings of up to 20% by subscribing to our three-show mainstage 2026-2027 season. Our three concert productions (including this one) are then available as special add-on events at a comparable discount price, or as a standalone purchase at regular cost.

Single-show tickets will be available starting July 1, 2026.

Previous years’ fundraisers, Titanic and On The 20th Century, paved the way for this ambitious production, with all performers—including orchestra members—donating their time and talents. We thank everyone who will be contributing to the fun.

Candide: In Concert is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI).
All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com