Enjoy the Sounds of Big Bands, the Symphony, and Broadway

Festival Williamsburg May 25–27, 2012

Colonial Williamsburg has partnered with the Virginia Arts Festival to create fun-filled musical weekend. From the swinging sounds of the Big Bands, to the majesty of Mahler, to the bravado of Broadway, you’ll experience some of the best of today’s performers. Join us for a weekend of stellar entertainment.

Harlem Renaissance Orchestra

Friday, May 25, 8 p.m.
Virginia Room ($45/$35) Reserved table seating

For an authentic Big Band sound, the Harlem Renaissance Orchestra is second to none. Dedicated to keeping the spirit of swing alive and thriving, the Orchestra plays tribute to the great composers and band leaders of the Swing Era: Count Basie, Duke Ellington, Louis Armstrong, Benny Goodman, Lucky Millinder, Earl Hines, Billy Eckstine, Lionel Hampton, and more. Join us for a dazzling evening at the Williamsburg Lodge. Click here to purchase tickets through Ticketmaster.


Mahler’s 8th Symphony, A Once-in-a-Lifetime Experience

Saturday, May 26, 8 p.m.
William & Mary Hall ($85/$67/$52/$42/$20)

The glory of Gustav Mahler’s vision of divine redemption will envelope the hall with the sound of an orchestra of 100, massed choruses of 300, and 8 soloists, led by the amazing JoAnn Falletta. Dubbed the “Symphony of a Thousand,” the work is rarely performed because of the vast musical resources required. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to experience a truly awe-inspiring musical event.

Guests of the official Colonial Williamsburg hotels will receive complimentary transportation to William & Mary Hall and back to their hotels: Williamsburg Lodge and Williamsburg Woodlands Hotel & Suites. Click here to purchase tickets.

Mahler’s 8th Symphony Preconcert Dinner

Saturday, May 26 Seating Times: 5:30, 5:45, 6, 6:15, 6:30, 6:45, 7 p.m.
$35 per person plus tax and gratuity (Paired wines will be separately priced); Williamsburg Lodge Restaurant

Begin the evening with a mouth-watering three-course meal, planned by Executive Chef Rhys Lewis. Enjoy a relaxed dinner in the award-winning Williamsburg Lodge Restaurant before heading to William & Mary Hall. Make sure you’re seated for the concert by 8 p.m. with a preshow reservation. Call 1-800-447-8679 today.


An Evening with Jane Krakowski

Sunday, May 27, 5:30 and 8 p.m.
Virginia Room ($65/$45) Reserve table seating.

There’s towering star power packed into that petite frame, from her hilarious characterization of Jenna Maroney on 30 Rock to her Tony Award-winning performance in Guys and Dolls in London’s West End, and her sold-out cabaret sessions at Feinstein’s at the Regency. Now Jane Krakowski takes her turn in the Festival’s Broadway spotlight. Seating is limited, so order early. Click here to purchase tickets through Ticketmaster.

Jane Krakowski Preconcert Dinner

Sunday, May 27 Seating Times: 5:30, 5:45, 6, 6:15, 6:30, 6:45, 7 p.m.
$35 per person plus tax and gratuity (Paired wines will be separately priced); Williamsburg Lodge Restaurant

Enjoy a relaxed dinner in the award-winning Williamsburg Lodge Restaurant before heading downstairs to the Virginia Room. Executive Chef Rhys Lewis has planned a mouth-watering three-course meal that will make a great start to your evening. Make your preshow reservation today by calling 1-800-447-8679.

Relax in the Comfort and Convenience of the Williamsburg Lodge

Sit back and enjoy the music when you choose one of our Festival Williamsburg Weekend Packages. Each package includes tickets for the concerts for each night of your stay in the Williamsburg Lodge as well as breakfast each morning in the hotel restaurant. To book your weekend package or make dining reservations, call 1-800-447-8679.

Friday, May 25–Sunday, May 27 starts at $289 per person, per night*
Friday, May 25–Saturday, May 26 starts at $286 per person, per night*
Saturday, May 26–Sunday, May 27 starts at $296 per person, per night*

*Starting rates per person are based on double occupancy and two- or three-night stay at the Williamsburg Lodge in a superior guest room (one queen bed). Pricing varies with room type. Includes breakfast in hotel restaurant. Offer valid for dates indicated. Limited availability. Reservations are required. Taxes not included. Rates are not applicable for groups or on negotiated group rates. All stays include tickets to the Mahler’s 8th Symphony performance and transportation from the Williamsburg Lodge to the venue. Friday-night stays also include tickets for the Harlem Renaissance Orchestra performance. Sunday-night stays include tickets to the Jane Krakowski performance.



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