Tickets available now for March 7 performance
From “JAWS” motion picture, ™ & ©Universal Studios
The University of Central Arkansas Public Appearances invites audiences to relive the thrilling suspense of “JAWS” as the Conway Symphony Orchestra plays the iconic score in sync with the film projected on the big screen in “JAWS in Concert” coming to Reynolds Performance Hall Saturday, March 7, at 7 p.m.
This original summer movie blockbuster, with an Academy Award-winning score by composer John Williams, becomes an unforgettable film-with-live-orchestra experience. Directed by Academy Award winner Steven Spielberg, “JAWS” set the standard for edge-of-your-seat suspense, quickly becoming a cultural phenomenon and forever changing the movie industry. When the seaside community of Amity finds itself under attack by a dangerous great white shark, the town’s chief of police, a young marine biologist and a grizzled shark hunter embark on a desperate quest to destroy the beast before it strikes again.
Featuring an unforgettable score that evokes pure terror, “JAWS” remains one of the most influential and gripping adventures in motion picture history. Now, audiences will have the chance to experience the power of a live symphony orchestra performing the entire score in sync with one of the greatest motion pictures of all time.
“We are proud to present the Conway Symphony Orchestra, under the direction of Israel Getzov, for what promises to be a spectacular performance,” Amanda Horton, UCA Public Appearances executive director, said. “Their professionalism and extraordinary talent will bring John Williams’ legendary score to life in a way that surrounds the audience with sound and suspense.
“Seeing the film on the big screen while hearing the music performed live creates a dynamic, immersive experience.”
UCA Public Appearances has continued to grow each year and now offers five unique series: Broadway, POPS, Night Out, An Evening With, and the Windgate Collection. Reynolds Performance Hall has also welcomed over 70,000 pre-K-12th grade students from across the state of Arkansas to experience live performing arts through the Main Stage Education Series. This series educates while entertaining and provides arts accessibility to all students.
This event contains adult themes and mature content. Tickets range from $34.50 to $57.50 for adults and $11.50 for students. Tickets are on sale now and may be purchased at the Reynolds box office or Windgate Center for Fine and Performing Arts box office Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., online at uca.edu/publicappearances, or by calling UCA Ticket Central at (501) 450-3265 or toll free at (866) 810-0012. Student tickets are only available by contacting the box office.