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AN EVENING WITH LESLIE ODOM, JR. AND THE SIOUX CITY SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA COLLABORATION CONCERT
AT THE ORPHEUM THEATRE ON SEPTEMBER 19.
TICKETS GO ON SALE FRIDAY, APRIL 24 AT 10:00 AM
Sioux City, IA (April 23, 2026) – Join us for an unforgettable night as Tony and Grammy Award winning performer Leslie Odom, Jr. joins the stage for a special performance with the Sioux City Symphony Orchestra at the historic Orpheum Theatre in Sioux City, IA on Saturday, September 19 at 7:30PM.
Tickets go on sale to the public this Friday, April 24 at 10:00AM. Tickets can be purchased at OrpheumLive.com or by visiting the Primebank Box Office at the Tyson Events Center.
About Leslie Odom, Jr.:
Leslie Odom, Jr. is a Tony and Grammy Award-winning actor, vocalist, and songwriter, widely recognized for his breakout role as Aaron Burr in the original Broadway production of Hamilton. His performance earned him the Tony Award for Best Actor in a Musical and a Grammy Award as a principal soloist on the original cast recording.
A multifaceted performer across stage, film, television, and music, Odom has also received Academy Award, Emmy, BAFTA, Golden Globe, and Screen Actors Guild nominations. He earned widespread acclaim—and multiple award nominations—for his portrayal of Sam Cooke in One Night in Miami..., for which he also co-wrote and performed the Oscar-nominated song “Speak Now.” Most recently, Odom returned to Broadway to star in and co-produce Purlie Victorious: A Non-Confederate Romp Through the Cotton Patch, which opened to critical acclaim in September 2023. His additional film and television credits include Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery, The Many Saints of Newark, and voice work in Central Park.
A Grammy Award-winning recording artist, Odom has released multiple albums, including his latest, When A Crooner Dies (2023). He has performed at prestigious events and venues including the White House, the Super Bowl, the Academy Awards, and Lincoln Center. In addition to his work on stage and screen, Odom is a published author of the inspirational book Failing Up: How to Take Risks, Aim Higher and Never Stop Learning.
About the Sioux City Symphony Orchestra:
For more than 100 years, the Sioux City Symphony Orchestra has played a vital role in shaping the cultural heartbeat of Sioux City and the surrounding tri-state region. Today, under the leadership of Music Director and Conductor Ryan Haskins—now in his 18th season—the Symphony continues to push artistic boundaries while honoring its rich legacy. Known for its bold programming, world-class guest artists, and powerful collaborations, the orchestra has cemented its reputation as one of the most forward-thinking ensembles of its size in the country.
The Symphony has made its home at the beautifully restored Orpheum Theatre since 2001, where it performs a dynamic season of classical masterworks, contemporary compositions, and genre-defying experiences. Recent seasons have featured innovative multimedia productions, nationally acclaimed soloists, and cross-genre partnerships that reflect a growing commitment to accessibility, creativity, and community engagement. Drawing musicians and audiences from across the Midwest and beyond, the Sioux City Symphony Orchestra continues to thrive as a vibrant and evolving institution dedicated to artistic excellence and cultural enrichment.
About OVG:
Oak View Group (OVG) is the global leader in live experience venue development, management, premium hospitality services, and 360-degree solutions for a collection of world-class-owned venues and a client roster of arenas, stadiums, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions. Founded by Tim Leiweke and Irving Azoff in 2015, OVG is the leading developer of major new venues either open or under development across four continents.
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AMADA CONTRERAS-SAPPINGFIELD
Director of Marketing
Oak View Group | Tyson Events Center & Orpheum Theatre & Sioux City Convention Center
401 Gordon Drive, Sioux City, IA 51101
O: 712-224-6423 | C: 712-635-3109
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