St. Vincent with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra

“The Science of Scoring” Add-On Event Ticket: $10

Tickets for this special add-on event do not include admission for tonight’s concert, which must be purchased additionally.

As Oscar-nominated composer Laura Karpman explains it, “the absolute magic of music in film is contingent on a strange bargain between an audience and a composer—it’s pure witchcraft.”

Over the 2026 Breaking Barriers Festival, Karpman and Ravinia Chief Conductor Marin Alsop are exploring music’s ability to set the mood of stories and action in movies and TV, and they are highlighting and celebrating women who are leading the way as composers for the screen.

In this event, Karpman and Alsop lead an interactive performance with a studio-size ensemble, workshopping sounds that demonstrate “The Science of Scoring” to create heroic, sad, suspenseful, and more moods.

Donor PresaleMore About This Pre‑Concert Event

“The Science of Scoring” is hosted from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. in the Sandra K. Crown Theater.

Reserved Seat Ticket: $129

Reserved Block Ticket: $100

  Price per person; must reserve full block of 2, 4, or 6

General Admission Ticket: $55–$60

  Price increases by $5 one week before the event; ticket selection screen shows current price

Lawn Admission Ticket: More Info

  All guests need a ticket for park admission, regardless of age

Wintrust Chair & Table Rental Reservation

The Park View and Lawn Bar are open for dinner and drinks, and the Freehling Room is open to eligible Ravinia donors. Reservations are recommended for dinner.

The Tree Top Lounge is open with craft cocktails and more curated beverages, plus savory small bites.

Ravinia Market / Café and Concession Stands are open with hot food stations plus chilled grab-and-go, drinks, ice cream, and snacks.

   Cashless: Cash will not be accepted at Dining Pavilion restaurants, bars, or concessions. Please bring a credit/debit card or other cashless forms of payment.