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Wanamaker Building to host holiday concert featuring iconic organ with Opera Philadelphia
- Opera Philadelphia will stage a major holiday concert at the Wanamaker Building in December 2025.
- The show, 'Home for the Holidays,' is set for December 2, 2025, in the Grand Court.
- The performance will feature Opera Philadelphia’s orchestra and chorus with Anthony Roth Costanzo and Leah Hawkins.
- The Grand Court will feature the Wanamaker Light Show plus a new art display projected onto the space.
- Ticketing uses a 'pick your price' model starting at $11, with sales beginning November 20.
- The concert will air again on WHYY on December 23.
- The event is part of Opera Philadelphia's 'Pipe Up' program to keep Wanamaker's space active with music.
- Leah Hawkins is a Philadelphia native and Metropolitan Opera soprano who will participate.
- The venue sits on Market Street’s east side and is under review for development opportunities.
- The holiday plans include traditional songs and a dance interlude with a big chorus performance.
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