Dolly Parton's Threads: My Songs in Symphony

October 17 & 18, 2025 | 7:30 PM | Knight Theater

Follow the musical journey of Dolly Parton's life in a new multimedia symphonic experience. The country music star's iconic songs are reimagined and the stories behind them are vividly brought to life with Dolly on screen as her personally selected guest vocalists join the Charlotte Symphony Orchestra to perform her beloved hits, including "Jolene," "Coat of Many Colors," and "I Will Always Love You."

Holiday Pops: A Carolina Christmas

December 12 & 13, 2025 | 7:30 PM | Knight Theater

Experience the tapestry of home with a celebration of North Carolina's rich musical heritage at Holiday Pops. Sounds of bluegrass, blues, and gospel converge in traditional holiday songs -- honoring our ties to Hannukah, Kwanzaa, and Christmas -- that feel uniquely like Carolina.

The Music of Motown

January 23 & 24, 2026 | 7:30 PM | Knight Theater

Get down to the irresistible rhythms of Detroit's iconic pop-soul sound. Delight in the uplifting pop harmonies and driving beats of smash hits made famous by The Temptations, Diana Ross, Michael Jackson, Marvin Gaye, Stevie Wonder, and more -- that's the magic of Motown! 

The Concert: A Tribute to ABBA

February 27 & 28, 2026 | 7:30 PM | Knight Theater

The world's top ABBA tribute band joins your CSO to perform the iconic songs of a generation. "Dancing Queen," "Mamma Mia," "Waterloo," "S.O.S.," "Take a Chance on Me," and many more will have you dancing in the aisles. If you enjoyed Mamma Mia, you'll love The Concert!