Mann Center picnic, orchestra, & book “Pyotr: The Life and Music of Tchaikovsky”

What could be better than an idyllic summer night in Fairmount Park complete with Tchaikovsky, stunning skyline views, a BYOB picnic, book discussion, and fireworks! 🎆 You must buy your own ticket. You can purchase in advance or at the door (unless it sells out). Details below. Join Michele at The Mann for another great year enjoying the Philadelphia Orchestra’s Tchaikovsky Spectacular as we discuss *P[yotr: The Life and Music of Pyotr Llyich Tchaikovsky](https://amzn.to/44X7SIg)* by Steve Moretti (a fast and easy read, but super informative about Tchaikovsky’s youth!). The night will culminate in a magnificent fireworks display! *Bring your own picnic, blanket (no chairs) and beverages*! ***** STAGE: **[Tchaikovsky Spectacular ] *Where*: The Mann Center - Fairmount Park Tickets: Two options - select LAWN SECTION 1. *Buy in advance* \currently $39.15\+fees\)-info here 1. Day of (if available) *(usually a little cheaper, but could sell out* 6:15pm-8pm - Join Michele for a BYOB picnic dinner on the lawn\. Seating is not reserved but Michele will save space if she knows you’re coming so please make sure your RSVP is up\-to\-date\! 8:00pm - showtime! Bring your own picnic. * Alcohol is permitted but be sure to bring your ID! * Bring a blanket or lawn chair 🎻STAGE: Tchaikovsky Spectacular with The Philadelphia Orchestra **Tchaikovsky’s Piano Concerto No. 1, with Eric Lu, First Prize and Gold Medal winner of the 2025 Chopin International Competition. Following intermission, the Orchestra will perform the Suite from The Sleeping Beauty. The original full-length ballet was given its United States premiere in Philadelphia in 1937. They’ll finish the evening with the rousing 1812…