Symphony Shorts: Discover Scheherazade: 1001 Tales to Save a Life with NSOI

  • Family friendly

Saturday, 17 January 2026

Event times:

12:30 - 13:30

Event location:

National Concert Hall

Event price:

€20.00

About this event

Once upon a time… a story could save your life. When a ruthless Sultan threatens to murder Scheherazade, she distracts him with dazzling tales – for 1001 nights!

Rimsky-Korsakov’s glittering score brings her adventures to life, with stormy seas, daring princes and shimmering festivals bursting from National Symphony Orchestra Ireland, conducted by the awesome Anna Sułkowska-Migoń.

Let charismatic presenter Jessie Grimes animate this orchestral masterpiece in her inimitable Symphony Shorts style! Packed with singing, body percussion and audience participation, this relaxed, ASD-friendly family concert invites everyone to step into Scheherazade’s thrilling world of music and storytelling.

Perfect for ages 6 and up.

Ticket €20 / child €15 / family €65

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