Hook in Concert
Celebrate the 35th anniversary of Steven Spielberg's beloved film Hook with a special concert screening at the Filene Center, where the National Symphony Orchestra performs John Williams' Grammy-nominated score live in sync with the film. The story follows an adult Peter Pan, played by Robin Williams, a workaholic lawyer who has forgotten his past in Neverland and must return to rescue his children from Captain Hook, with help from Tinker Bell and the Lost Boys, rediscovering his true self along the way. This immersive experience brings the full film on screen with orchestral accompaniment led by conductor Emil de Cou.
When: Saturday, September 5, 2026, at 7:30 PM, with gates opening at 6:00 PM.
Showtimes: One performance only, beginning at 7:30 PM.
Tickets: Pricing is not currently listed; all attendees, regardless of age, must have a ticket, with no price distinction between adults and children. Tickets can be purchased via the Wolf Trap website.
Lineup: National Symphony Orchestra conducted by Emil de Cou, performing John Williams' score from Hook.
Run time: The total duration of the performance is not specified, but the film Hook has a runtime of approximately 142 minutes.
Ages: Open to all ages; every guest requires a ticket.
Venue: Filene Center at Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Arts, 1551 Trap Road, Vienna, VA 22182.
Note: Free parking is available but limited, so carpooling is encouraged; a shuttle from McLean Metro station costs $5 roundtrip. Accessibility services include ADA parking upon arrival, sign language interpretation available with at least one week's notice, CART (Communication Access Real Time Translation) with three weeks' notice, and FM loop amplification headsets at no charge. Guests may bring their own food and drinks, including alcohol, but in-house ticket holders must use spill-safe reusable cups from concessions; lawn chairs are only permitted at the top of the lawn. On-site dining includes the Ovations al fresco buffet, concessions for quick bites, and picnic areas.