Freeman Stage final events of season set Aug. 31, Sept. 14

The Freeman Stage organizers are excited to celebrate the final events of the 2019 season.

The annual Labor Day celebration with Mid-Atlantic Symphony Orchestra and fireworks will take place at 7 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 31. This performance is free for all attendees; seating and admittance are on a first-come, first-served basis. Patrons can guarantee a seat for this high-attendance event by reserving a ticket online for $10; reserved seats will be held until 7:15 p.m. Gates open at 5:45 p.m.

Under the direction of Maestro Julien Benichou, the orchestra will perform an evening of great jazz and light classics. The fireworks display will immediately follow the performance.

“The season finale with the Mid-Atlantic Symphony Orchestra is such a magical evening and a celebrated tradition,” said Patti Grimes, executive director of the Freeman Stage. “The fireworks cap off the evening as a thank you to the community for their continued support of the arts.”

The Arts & Jazz Festival will begin at 10 a.m., Saturday, Sept. 14. This event showcases live jazz performances, one of which is sponsored by the Mid-Atlantic Arts Foundation, as well as the work of local artists. This year’s performers include The Joe Baione Sextet at 11 a.m., Jane Bunnett & Maqueque at 1 p.m., and The Lao Tizer Band at 3 p.m. There will also be about 25 visual artists on the green, who will display and sell their work. This event is free for all and patrons should bring their own chairs.

“The Arts & Jazz Festival is a wonderful celebration of both the visual and performing arts,” Grimes said.

For more information or to reserve seats, go to www.freemanstage.org.