A synthesis of classical and contemporary, this will be an evening of lively flute, piano, and organ music featuring Eastern European composers. Expect native folk melodies in a modern style with classical techniques, tonal yet fresh with dance-like rhythms and sophisticated harmonies. Also music by Herman Beeftiink, whose cinematic compositions have made an extensive contribution […]
The film that launched Lon Chaney's prolific career as "The Man of a Thousand Faces," Hunchback of Notre Dame is still lauded today as an example of horror at its finest. Wear your best Roaring 20's attire and experience it as the original 1923 audience would have, with live organ accompaniment by Jay Warren bringing […]
It's time for the annual Holiday Sing-Along with Dee Sandquist and Doug Daller. Bring your pipes to the Sondheim for a mix of traditional Christmas hymns, and contemporary holiday classics!
A Fairfield favorite performer, Pianist Eugene Gaub is Professor of Music at Grinnell College and an internationally sought after soloist, recently appearing in London, Quebec, Chicago, and beyond, with a specialty in baroque and classical-romantic composers. The Barhydt Organ Spotlight Series features master organists and pianists that show our beautiful Barhydt Organ and Steinway grand piano […]
This Spring, we welcome Abby Chen for her first appearance on the Sondheim stage! A seasoned performer, Yu-Hsiang Abby Chen is an award-winning organist who regularly can be heard ministering through the historic Krapf Organ for St. Andrew Presbyterian Church in Iowa City. Currently pursuing her Doctor of Musical Arts degree at the University of […]
Join us for an evening of vintage thrills & chills with Alfred Hitchcock's great silent thriller The Lodger, accompanied by a live organ performance of the original score. Immerse yourself in the glamour and mystery of the Roaring 20s at what promises to be the most ghoulishly glam Gatsby party in Fairfield! Admission is FREE, […]
Get ready for an unforgettable evening of music! Our theater will come alive with the extraordinary talents of seven local pianists and one organist, showcasing an eclectic mix of musical styles.
It's time for the annual Holiday Sing-Along with Dee Sandquist and Doug Daller. Bring your pipes to the Sondheim for a mix of traditional Christmas hymns, and contemporary holiday classics!
Get ready for an unforgettable evening of music! Our theater will come alive with the extraordinary talents of five local pianists showcasing an eclectic mix of musical styles.
The most wonderful time of the year is here—and we’re bringing the joy back to the theatre for our beloved annual Holiday Sing-Along!
Unstopped: Works for Organ by Women Composers celebrates the depth, brilliance, and expressive power of organ music written by women across centuries and styles. This thoughtfully curated program highlights voices that have too often been overlooked, featuring works that range from intimate and meditative to bold, virtuosic, and triumphant. From historic figures to living composers, […]
Fairfield favorite pianist Eugene Gaub returns for an intimate evening of chamber music, joined by his wife, violinist Nancy Gaub, in a radiant program for violin and piano. Part of the Barhydt Organ Spotlight Series, Spring Sonata explores expressive melodies and rich harmonic textures, highlighting the lyrical interplay between these two instruments. Eugene Gaub is […]
