SEASON 2025
Romance and revolution
Passion and power ignites the night
Fearuring John Adams’ lively 'The Chairman Dances', Prokofiev’s 'Romeo and Juliet Suite', and Brahms’ moving first Symphony.
Sat 22 March, 7:30pm
Darwin Entertainment Centre
Territory Tour
Taking inspiring music across the Territory
Bringing incredible orchestral performances to Katherine, Tennant Creek, and Alice Springs. Join us as we champion Territory talent down the Track.
8-13 April
Katherine, Tennant Creek, Alice Springs
One Hit Wonders
Legendary hits that defined a moment
Celebrating single-hit sensations that rocked the world with a night of pure entertainment!
Saturday 7 June, 6:30pm
Darwin Botanic Gardens
Heaven and Earth
A musical journey through beautiful visions and earthly spirits
Featuring the premiere of an incredible a new collaboration between Rirratjingu songman Banula Marika, and DSO Composer in Residence Netanela Mizrahi. The concert culminates with Gustav Mahler's transcendent Symphony No. 4.
Sat 23 August, 7:30pm
Darwin Entertainment Centre
Palmerston Classics
Experience an enchanting evening of music
DSO brings the orchestra for a special evening of entertainment in Palmerston. Featuring spectacular orchestral music from Beethoven’s famous Fifth Symphony, Khachaturian’s ballet music for Spartacus, and beloved film music by John Williams.
Saturday 17 October, 7:30pm
Palmerston Recreation Centre
Symphony of the Soul
A fitting farewell full of heart and soul
In this concert DSO farewells Artistic Director/Chief Conductor Jonathan Tooby, who himself has poured his soul into his work with our orchestra for 7 years. Experience his final curtain call with DSO in this special evening of stunning music.
Saturday 6 December, 7:30pm
Darwin Entertainment Centre
Education Programs
Choose Your Own Adventure
Guide our musical journey through the tropics!
Join us for an exciting new adventure, where you decide our path through the wild and wonderful world of the Top End in the Wet Season!
Sat 20 September, 9:30am & 11am
CDU Theatre
Palmerston Family Proms
A magical morning of music for all ages