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National Symphony Orchestra: Serenades & Simple SongsWashington · Thu, Nov 12, 2026

7:00 PM local time
Lisner AuditoriumWashington, DC
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National Symphony Orchestra: Serenades & Simple Songs takes place at Lisner Auditorium, Washington, DC on Thursday, November 12, 2026, starting at 7:00 PM local time.

It is listed as Classical / Symphonic (Arts & Culture).

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Lisner Auditorium holds around 1,490 people.

Lisner Auditorium has 21 upcoming events on our calendar.

Grammy Award winner and Musical America 2022 Conductor of the Year Teddy Abrams brings together works by Stravinsky, Tchaikovsky, Sarah Kirkland Snider, and Kennedy Center Honoree Michael Tilson Thomas. Called a voice for this historic moment (The Washington Post), bass-baritone Will Liverman joins the orchestra for the world premiere of Sniders Urge, an NSO co-commission setting texts by poet Tracy K. Smith. Stravinskys Symphonies of Wind Instruments distills music to spare, haunting phrases, while Thomas Street Song draws on the rhythms and sounds of the city. Tchaikovskys Serenade for Strings brings the evening to a warm and celebratory close.

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Foggy Bottom–GWU · Metro station · 320 m · 5 min walk
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National Symphony Orchestra at Lisner Auditorium: show day guide

Show starts
7:00 PM
Getting there
Foggy Bottom–GWU, 320 m (5 min walk)
Parking
The closest public garage is the University Student Center garage, accessible on H Street between 21st and 22nd streets, NW.

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Ticket limit
Please note: There is a ticket limit of 8 tickets per person and per credit card on this event.
Please note
NO BAGS larger than 18 x 16 x 8 inches. All Terrace seats require climbing stairs. There are no elevators in the Auditorium. All patrons, regardless of age, must have a ticket for admission. Notice of Information Sharing: By purchasing a ticket to this event, you acknowledge that The George Washington University may share your contact information (name, email address, mailing address) with the NSO for the purpose of advertising future events. You will have the opportunity to unsubscribe from these communications at any time. For general ticketing, event questions, or group ticket orders, please email gwticket@gwu.edu. Box office opens when doors open unless otherwise noted.

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Venue: Lisner Auditorium

730 21st Street, NW, Washington, DC, 20052
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Capacity
1,490
Parking
The closest public garage is the University Student Center garage, accessible on H Street between 21st and 22nd streets, NW. Please visit https://business-services.gwu.edu/visitor-parking for rates. Street parking is also available, obey posted signs.
Accessible seating
Wheelchair accessible seating and mobility impaired seating is available at all price levels in row M of the Orchestra. All Terrace seating requires climbing stairs to access. For sight and hearing-impaired seating, please contact the box office at gwticket@gwu.edu
Children
Any child past their second birthday requires a ticket to attend events.
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Fall 2025 Semester: Tuesdays 11a-3p Event Days: (1) One hour prior to Showtime
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National Symphony Orchestra: Serenades & Simple Songs: FAQs

When is National Symphony Orchestra: Serenades & Simple Songs?

National Symphony Orchestra: Serenades & Simple Songs is scheduled for Thursday, November 12, 2026 at 7:00 PM local time.

Where is National Symphony Orchestra: Serenades & Simple Songs taking place?

At Lisner Auditorium, 730 21st Street, NW, Washington, DC 20052.

How much are tickets for National Symphony Orchestra: Serenades & Simple Songs?

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Is there parking at Lisner Auditorium?

The closest public garage is the University Student Center garage, accessible on H Street between 21st and 22nd streets, NW. Please visit https://business-services.gwu.edu/visitor-parking for rates. Street parking is also available, obey posted signs.

Does National Symphony Orchestra have other upcoming dates?

Yes — National Symphony Orchestra has 22 upcoming dates, including North Bethesda (Oct 24), Washington (Oct 31), and Washington (Nov 14).

National Symphony Orchestra: Serenades & Simple Songs

Thu, Nov 12, 2026

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