Dolly Parton is taking her legendary catalog in a new direction with Dolly Parton’s Threads: My Songs in Symphony, a multimedia concert experience pairing her music with full symphony orchestras across the country.
The production blends orchestral arrangements, guest vocalists and on-screen appearances by Parton herself, guiding audiences through the stories behind some of her most iconic songs and the moments of her life that inspired them. New orchestrations are led by conductor and arranger David Hamilton, with performances designed to merge storytelling, visuals and live symphonic sound.
The concert features well-known hits such as “Jolene,” “Coat of Many Colors,” and “I Will Always Love You,” alongside personal favorites and a previously unreleased song from Parton’s upcoming Broadway musical. The project is co-produced by Parton, Schirmer Theatrical and Sony Music Publishing.
In a statement, Parton said the show reflects how deeply her songwriting is tied to her life’s journey, describing the music as “threads” that connect her stories, memories and experiences.
Upcoming performances
Threads: My Songs in Symphony will be performed in multiple cities in 2026, with dates including:
- Denver, Colorado
January 3–4, 2026 — Colorado Symphony Orchestra
Boettcher Concert Hall - St. Louis, Missouri
January 17–18, 2026 — St. Louis Symphony Orchestra
Powell Hall - Cincinnati, Ohio
January 23–25, 2026 — Cincinnati Pops Orchestra
Cincinnati Music Hall - Louisville, Kentucky
January 31, 2026 — Louisville Orchestra
Whitney Hall at The Kentucky Center - Portland, Oregon
February 14–15, 2026 — Oregon Symphony
Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall - Nashville, Tennessee
March 18–20, 2026 — Nashville Symphony
Schermerhorn Symphony Center - Grand Rapids, Michigan
March 20–21, 2026 — Grand Rapids Symphony
DeVos Performance Hall - Phoenix, Arizona
March 28, 2026 — Phoenix Symphony
Arizona Financial Theatre - Naples, Florida
April 7–11, 2026 — Naples Philharmonic
Hayes Hall - Eugene, Oregon
May 1, 2026 — Eugene Symphony
Hult Center for the Performing Arts - Kansas City, Missouri
May 15–17, 2026 — Kansas City Symphony Orchestra
Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts
The production features a rotating cast of guest vocalists and musicians, supported by a creative team experienced in both symphonic and theatrical performances.
Fans can sign up through the official Threads mailing list to receive updates on additional dates, ticket availability and future announcements related to the concert series.
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