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Handel's Messiah

Handel's Messiah
Date
Wednesday, December 16, 2026
Time
7:00 PM · doors 6:00 PM
Venue
Lisner Auditorium
Genre
Symphonic
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About Handel's Messiah

Handel's Messiah is a theater performance taking place at Lisner Auditorium in Washington, District of Columbia on Wednesday, December 16, 2026 at 7:00 PM. Doors open at 6:00 PM. Ticket prices are shown on the ticket page.

It is one of 7 theater and arts events in Washington that week. There are 9 other events on the Washington calendar the same day. Lisner Auditorium has 6 upcoming events listed here. National Symphony Orchestra has 24 upcoming dates, including College Park.

This listing is one date in a run of 2 dates here, through December 17, 2026.

From the organizer

Hallelujah! You know the chorus, but there is a universe to discover beyond those famous four minutes. This December, early-music master Richard Egarr makes his NSO debut conducting Handels Messiah, the iconic holiday favorite that can be hushed, roaring, and wondrously divine. However you know Messiah?as a yearly tradition, a piece you sang yourself, or music you have never heard live?there?s nothing like being in the room when the first notes begin.

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    National Symphony Orchestra Symphonic · 24 upcoming dates

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Doors
Doors open at 6:00 PM; the event starts at 7:00 PM.
Please note
NO BAGS larger than 18 x 16 x 8 inches. All Terrace seats require climbing stairs. There are no elevators in the Auditorium. All patrons, regardless of age, must have a ticket for admission. Notice of Information Sharing: By purchasing a ticket to this event, you acknowledge that The George Washington University may share your contact information (name, email address, mailing address) with the NSO for the purpose of advertising future events. You will have the opportunity to unsubscribe from these communications at any time. For general ticketing, event questions, or group ticket orders, please email [email protected]. Box office opens when doors open unless otherwise noted.
Ticket limit
Please note: There is a ticket limit of 8 tickets per person and per credit card on this event.
Ticket sales
General sale opened Fri, Aug 28, 2026 at 10:00 AM EDT and closes Wed, Dec 16, 2026 at 9:00 PM EST. NSO Members & Donors: Aug 21, 10:00 AM – Dec 16, 9:00 PM EST. NSO Subscribers: Aug 25, 10:00 AM – Dec 16, 9:00 PM EST. NSO Musicians: Aug 26, 10:00 AM – Dec 16, 9:00 PM EST. Venue VIP: Aug 27, 10:00 AM – Dec 16, 9:00 PM EST.
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The venue: Lisner Auditorium

Lisner Auditorium
730 21st Street, NW, Washington, DC 20052

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Parking
The closest public garage is the University Student Center garage, accessible on H Street between 21st and 22nd streets, NW. Please visit https://business-services.gwu.edu/visitor-parking for rates. Street parking is also available, obey posted signs.
Accessible seating
Wheelchair accessible seating and mobility impaired seating is available at all price levels in row M of the Orchestra. All Terrace seating requires climbing stairs to access. For sight and hearing-impaired seating, please contact the box office at [email protected]
Box office hours
Fall 2025 Semester: Tuesdays 11a-3p Event Days: (1) One hour prior to Showtime
Box office phone
202-994-6800. Please email [email protected] for the fastest response.
Payment accepted
Visa, Mastercard, American Express & Discover. Cash not accepted.
Children
Any child past their second birthday requires a ticket to attend events.

Seating chart

Seating chart for Handel's Messiah at Lisner Auditorium

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Questions about this event

When is Handel's Messiah?

Handel's Messiah takes place on Wednesday, December 16, 2026 at 7:00 PM, with doors opening at 6:00 PM (local Washington time).

Where is Handel's Messiah held?

At Lisner Auditorium, 730 21st Street, NW, Washington, DC 20052. The venue has 6 upcoming events on our calendar.

How much are tickets for Handel's Messiah?

Prices were not published with this listing. Follow the ticket link for current availability and pricing.

Is there an age limit for Handel's Messiah?

Any child past their second birthday requires a ticket to attend events.

Is there parking at Lisner Auditorium?

The closest public garage is the University Student Center garage, accessible on H Street between 21st and 22nd streets, NW. Please visit https://business-services.gwu.edu/visitor-parking for rates. Street parking is also available, obey posted signs.

Is Lisner Auditorium wheelchair accessible?

Wheelchair accessible seating and mobility impaired seating is available at all price levels in row M of the Orchestra. All Terrace seating requires climbing stairs to access. For sight and hearing-impaired seating, please contact the box office at [email protected]

What else is happening in Washington on December 16?

Also on Wednesday, December 16: A Christmas Carol at Ford's Theatre, Drunk Shakespeare: A Drunk Christmas Carol (21+ Event) at The Sage and The Washington Ballet's Nutcracker at Warner Theatre, plus 6 more.

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