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ESO Holiday Special: Handel's Messiah
Dec. 11, 2026 to Dec. 12, 2026
Rejoice! Handel's treasured sacred work, which has long been a beloved holiday staple, returns to the Winspear stage. This classic Christmas tradition, composed in 1741, will put you in the holiday mood with its splendid arias, powerful recitatives, and glorious choral sections, including the famous "Hallelujah" chorus.
Featured Artists
Jean-Marie Zeitouni, Conductor & Music Director
Carole-Ann Roussel, Soprano
Mireille Lebel, Mezzo-soprano
Andrew Haji, Tenor
Alex Halliday, Bass-baritone
4 Sir Winston Churchill Square NW
Edmonton, AB, T5J 4X8
More dates and times
- Friday, Dec. 11, 2026 at 7:30pm
- Saturday, Dec. 12, 2026 at 7:30pm
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