The 2026-2027 Employers Health Pops Series

Popular Music at Canton Symphony

The Pops series serves as a gateway for audiences to explore orchestral programming with music that resonates more deeply with their familiarity. From nostalgic classics accompanied by the full orchestra alongside rock bands to showcasing exceptional local talent, each performance promises to immerse you in the symphonic experience.

To enhance your enjoyment of the Employers Health Pops series, consider purchasing a Mainstage series (MasterWorks & Pops) or a standalone Pops series subscription, offering concert tickets as a package with a 15% discount. Alternatively, consider purchasing a FlexChoice subscription to mix and match your choice of both Pops and MasterWorks concerts into one package of 7 concerts. 

Season subscriptions will be available for renewal and sale starting on July 1, 2026 through October 31, 2026. The deadline to renew is August 31, 2026. 

Season Subscriptions Available July 1st

Jekyll & Hyde: The Musical

Saturday, October 31, 2026 | 7:30 PM
Sunday, November 1, 2026 | 3:00 PM

Doug Droste, conductor
Featuring the Players Guild Theatre

The Canton Symphony Orchestra joins forces with the Players Guild of Canton for a symphonic staging of Jekyll & Hyde during Halloween. Led by guest conductor Doug Droste, the full orchestra will join a cast of regional performers directed by Joy Ellis.

Featuring a score by Frank Wildhorn and a book by Leslie Bricusse, this concert version brings Robert Louis Stevenson’s classic story to life.

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Holiday Pops

Saturday, December 12, 2026 | 7:30 PM
Sunday, December 13, 2026 | 3:00 PM

Doug Droste, conductor
Featuring the Canton Symphony Chorus

The Canton Symphony Orchestra and the Canton Symphony Chorus invite you to join us for our favorite annual holiday celebration. Led by guest conductor Doug Droste, this concert promises to deliver the spirit of the season with your favorite sacred and secular music.

The sleigh bells will ring! Will you be listening?

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The Music of Queen

Friday, March 19, 2027 | 7:30 PM
Saturday, March 20, 2027 | 7:30 PM

Doug Droste, conductor
Featuring Jeans 'n Classics & the Canton Symphony Chorus

It was the most talked about show we presented in 2016. It was the most talked about show we presented again in 2020, just before we lost the ability to share music together in person for nearly two years. In 2027, it will be our honor to present not just one, but two performances of The Music of Queen, performed with Jeans ’n Classics and led by guest conductor Doug Droste.

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