
The La Porte County Symphony Orchestra (LCSO) will perform “Legendary Showtunes & More” at Friendship Botanic Gardens (FBG) for a magical and memorable evening for families and adults on Sunday, July 25 from 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Concluding its 48th season, the LCSO is a pillar of the performing arts in the area, serving audiences across seven counties. On Sunday, July 25, the LCSO, along with Interim Music Director and Conductor, Chuck Steck, will join together and perform under FBG's Celebration Pavilion for an evening full of Broadway and movie tunes. 2020 Hoosier STAR winners, Alyse Flores (Adult Division) and Julia Larson (Youth Division) will also be performing. Food and drink will be available for purchase at this joint fundraiser for FBG and the LCSO.
“We cannot wait to perform again at Friendship Gardens.” said LCSO Executive Director, Tim King. “The Pavilion is exactly the right kind of venue for a summer performance. We really enjoyed the experience there last summer and look forward to a continued relationship with Friendship Gardens.”
Advanced ticket purchase is available at www.friendshipbotanicgardens.org. Tickets will also be available for purchase at the FBG entrance gate the day of the event, cash or card accepted. General admission for adults is $50; 17 and under are free. Gates open at 6:00 p.m. with music starting promptly at 7:00 p.m.

The La Porte County Symphony Orchestra performs at the FBG's Celebration Pavilion during an August 23, 2020 concert. Photo courtesy of the FBG.
This is the second LCSO concert at Friendship Botanic Gardens.