Holiday Pops Concert

Beverly’s inaugural Holiday Pops Concert is a special fundraiser presented by the Greater Beverly Chamber of Commerce. The Dirk Hillyer Festival Orchestra will bring a full 35-piece professional orchestra to the historic Larcom Theatre for an energetic, family-friendly celebration featuring seasonal classics, audience sing-alongs, professional soloists, Broadway-level musicianship, and a special appearance by Santa.

Led by internationally renowned conductor Dr. Dirk Hillyer, the orchestra has performed throughout New England and around the world. The evening is designed to deliver a Boston Pops-style holiday experience on the North Shore.

When: Saturday, November 28, 2026

Showtimes: The concert begins at 7:00 PM. Doors and the bar open at 6:00 PM.

Run time: Approximately two hours, including an intermission.

Lineup: The 35-piece Dirk Hillyer Festival Orchestra, conducted by Dr. Dirk Hillyer, with guest soloists Nathan Seavey and Bethany Vahn.

Conductor: Dr. Dirk Hillyer is a conductor, musician, horn player, and mentor known for his energetic style. He has led hundreds of performances in New England and appeared internationally, including in London, Tel Aviv, Lisbon, Florence, and Dublin. His credits include national tours of Disney in Concert: Magical Music from the Movies and the Wolf Trap Festival with the National Symphony Pops. He holds a PhD from Tufts University and degrees from the New England Conservatory of Music, and taught music at Salem State University for more than 40 years.

Guest performers: Nathan Seavey is a crooner with a Sinatra-inspired approach and polished, contemporary style who has performed with the Cape Ann Big Band and other groups across the North Shore. Bethany Vahn is a professional singer, performer, and vocal teacher with experience in national tours, recording, and cruise-line productions. She has taught vocal performance for more than 20 years and founded The Voice Club in 2019.

Program: The performance includes beloved holiday favorites, audience participation and sing-alongs, featured solo performances, and a visit from Santa.

Ages: Recommended for all ages.

Tickets: $30–$50, plus applicable fees.

Venue: Larcom Theatre, 13 Wallis St., Beverly, MA.

Presented by: Greater Beverly Chamber of Commerce.