The Auburn Symphony Orchestra will perform highlights from Handel’s Messiah for two evening performances – Dec. 2-3 – at the Auburn Performing Arts Center.

Curtains will open for “The Messiah and Other Seasonal Treats” at 7:30 each night at APAC, 700 E. Main St. A free pre-concert lecture will be be held 45 minutes prior to the concert each night.

Under the direction of Stewart Kershaw, the orchestra will be joined by the renowned Tudor Choir along with the return from last season of vocal soloists Megan Chenovick, Melissa Plagemann and Erich Parce. Vaughan Willims’ Fantasia on Christmas Carols will follow, and then an audience sing-along of Jingle Bells, Silent Night and O Holy Night.

Reserved seats are $25 for adults and $20 for students and seniors. To order, please call 253-887-7777 or purchase online at www.auburnsymphony.org.

For the “Buy One Ticket Get Second Half Off” deal, call the office to purchase. The offer is not available online.