Victoria Symphony

Queens of Soul
2026-05-02 19:30 - 21:30, 2026-05-03 14:30 - 16:30 (America/Vancouver) | Royal Theatre, 805 Broughton St
Celebrate the legendary divas of Soul and R&B! The Victoria Symphony joins powerhouse songstresses Kelly Levesque, Tamika Lawrence, and Shayna Steele for iconic songs including Proud Mary, At Last, Rolling in the Deep, I Wanna Dance With Somebody, and more, as made famous by Tina Turner, Etta James, Patti LaBelle, Aretha Franklin, Whitney Houston, Alicia Keys, Amy Winehouse, Diana Ross, Carole King, Thelma Houston, and Adele.
All arrangements licensed by Schirmer Theatrical, LLC.
Check out the Queens of Soul Playlist to get you in the mood!

KNOW BEFORE YOU GO
Concert duration: Approx. 100 minutes including one 20 minute intermission

Aretha – A Tribute
2026-09-19 19:30 - 21:30, 2026-09-20 14:30 - 16:30
R-E-S-P-E-C-T! The “Queen of Soul,” Aretha Franklin, is celebrated in a powerhouse concert of her greatest hits, from Respect and Think to A Natural Woman, Chain of Fools, and Amazing Grace. Broadway star Capathia Jenkins and three-time GRAMMY®-nominee Ryan Shaw bring soaring vocals and electric energy to the stage, backed by Sean O’Loughlin and the musicians of the VS. More than a concert, it’s a heartwarming, soul-stirring tribute to one of music’s most legendary voices.

Spirited Away – The Music of Studio Ghibli
2026-10-30 19:30 - 21:30, 2026-11-01 14:30 - 16:30
Enter the enchanting worlds of Studio Ghibli through the magical music of Joe Hisaishi, the composer behind their most beloved animated films. This tribute concert journeys through the nostalgic melodies of My Neighbor Totoro, the lyrical flights of Spirited Away, and the epic rhythms of Kiki’s Delivery Service. Each note opens a doorway to wonder, capturing the imagination and heart of every listener—an unforgettable experience for audiences of all ages.

Latin Nights with Sal Ferreras & Adonis Puentes
2027-01-23 19:30 - 21:30, 2027-01-24 14:30 - 16:30
After their crowd-pleasing Symphony SPLASH! debut in 2025, percussionist Sal Ferreras, vocalist Adonis Puentes, and the Latin Jazz Sextet return with irresistible energy, rhythm, and joy. Featuring new works from Adonis Puentes and Miguelito Valdés, plus musical gems from Lalo Schifrin (Argentina), Ernesto Lecuona (Cuba), Sergio Mendes (Brazil), and Oscar Hernández (Puerto Rico), Latin Nights is an electrifying celebration of song and dance.

Sinatra and Friends in Hollywood
2027-03-06 19:30 - 21:30, 2027-03-07 14:30 - 16:30
Come Fly With Me! This film-with-symphony event celebrates four-time Oscar®-winning songwriter Jimmy Van Heusen, whose music defined Hollywood’s golden era. Hits like Love and Marriage, All the Way, Ain’t That a Kick in the Head, My Kind of Town and more come to life on stage and screen with iconic performances by Frank Sinatra, Nat King Cole, Ella Fitzgerald, Dean Martin, and Bing Crosby. Sean O’Loughlin’s arrangements and guest vocalists bring to life an unforgettable evening of swing and style.
