Reading welcomed 2025 with a night of cinematic wonder and musical brilliance as the Reading Film Office partnered with the Reading Symphony Orchestra for a spectacular New Year’s Eve concert honoring the legendary composer John Williams.
Held on December 31, 2024, the concert was a resounding success, drawing a packed house of film lovers, music enthusiasts, and families eager to celebrate the holiday with the soaring sounds of some of Hollywood’s most iconic scores.
The orchestra brought to life unforgettable music from beloved films such as Star Wars, Indiana Jones, Jurassic Park, Harry Potter, E.T., and Jaws. From triumphant brass fanfares to delicate, emotional melodies, the program showcased the extraordinary range and impact of John Williams’ music, transporting the audience through decades of cinematic history.
The collaboration between the Reading Film Office and the Reading Symphony Orchestra served as a powerful reminder of the creative synergy between film and the performing arts. It also reinforced the mission of the Film Office to not only attract film productions to Berks County but to cultivate a rich and vibrant film culture right here at home.
Audience members were treated not just to a concert, but to an experience—one that stirred nostalgia, sparked imagination, and united the community through the shared language of story and sound.
As the final notes played and the clock struck midnight, the evening left a lasting impression: Reading is not just a place to watch the movies—it’s a place to feel them.
Stay tuned for more exciting collaborations coming in 2025!