Video Games Live Presented by Strathmore Saturday, April 7, 2012 at 2:00 PM Music Center at Strathmore

Strathmore Presents
Video Games Live
Featuring Tommy Tallarico
and members of National Philharmonic & National Philharmonic Chorale

This immersive concert event was a sellout smash in Strathmore’s 2010–2011 season. Now Video Games Live returns with all-new music and an all-new show, featuring Tommy Tallarico, soloists, National Philharmonic Orchestra and Chorale, exclusive video footage and music arrangements, synchronized lighting, solo performers, electronic percussionists, live action and unique interactive segments to create an explosive entertainment experience for gamers of all ages.

Be the first to see all new segments featuring Metroid, Pokemon, Final Fantasy VIII, World of Warcraft: Cataclysm, Portal, Mega Man, God of War, Mario and more. Enjoy a special 25th Anniversary salute to Zelda and University of Maryland Gamer Symphony Orchestra alum Greg Cox's evocative Final Fantasy arrangement. Classic hits include Chrono Trigger, Chrono Cross, Castlevania, Halo, Tetris and more. Experience the power of live symphonic music from your favorite video games synchronized to cutting-edge visuals, lighting and special effects!

Plan to arrive early for the pre-show festival returning with Guitar Hero competition and get your best garb on for the VGL costume contest! Plus, Gamestop will be there with the latest games and console hardware for you to try.

Please note: Due to the high volume of tickets sold, will call lines might be longer than usual for this performance. Please plan to arrive half an hour early if your tickets are at will call.

This concert will run approximately 150 minutes including intermission. Pre-show begins 90 minutes before show time.