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Brevard Philharmonic presents Casablanca
Brevard Philharmonic Presents Casablanca with Live Orchestra on September 27
The Brevard Philharmonic will open its 50th Anniversary Season with a special presentation of
one of Hollywood’s most beloved films, Casablanca, on Sunday, September 27, at 3:00 p.m. at
the Porter Center at Brevard College. For the first time in its history, the Brevard Philharmonic
will perform a film with a live orchestra, bringing Max Steiner’s celebrated score to life as the
classic movie unfolds on the big screen.
Released in 1942, Casablanca has become one of the most enduring films in American cinema.
Starring Humphrey Bogart, Ingrid Bergman, and Paul Henreid, the Academy Award-winning
film tells the story of Rick Blaine, an American expatriate whose world is turned upside down
when a former love unexpectedly enters his nightclub in wartime Casablanca.
With its unforgettable characters, romantic story, suspense, and iconic dialogue, Casablanca
continues to captivate audiences more than 80 years after its release. The live orchestral
performance adds another dimension to the experience, allowing audiences to hear Steiner’s
sweeping, dramatic music performed in real time by the Brevard Philharmonic while watching
the film.
“Casablanca is one of those films that seems to get better every time you see it,” said Dusty
Campbell, Executive Director of the Brevard Philharmonic. “We wanted to do something special
to celebrate our 50th Anniversary, and presenting this iconic movie with a live orchestra is a
perfect way to introduce something new while celebrating the power of great music and
storytelling. I think audiences are going to love experiencing this film in an entirely new way.”
The presentation is part of the Brevard Philharmonic’s 2026–2027 50th Anniversary Season,
marking five decades of professional orchestral performances and outreach in Transylvania
County and the surrounding region. In celebration of this milestone, a special pre-concert
reception will be held in the Porter Center lobby beginning at 2:15 p.m. before the concert.
The Brevard Philharmonic’s mission is to inspire, educate, and enrich audiences through
exceptional professional musical performances and community outreach. Throughout its 50-year history, the orchestra has brought outstanding music to the community while providing
educational opportunities for thousands of local students through its Music in the Schools
programs.
Tickets for Casablanca are available now and going fast. For tickets and additional information,
visit brevardphilharmonic.org or contact the Brevard Philharmonic at 828-884-4221.
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