Edmonton Symphony Orchestra Robbins Pops have a Christmas concert to whet your festive whistle as they bring the holiday cheer with A Very Merry Pops! Featuring guest artists as well as a variety of fantastic local choirs, come and hear holiday favorites, classical festive fancies, carols, and more!

The Edmonton Symphony Orchestra is conducted by Jean-Marie Zeitouni and joined by guest soloists as they raise the roof of the Winspear Centre for Handel's Messiah on December 12!

Mamoru Fujisawa, perhaps best known by the professional alias of Joe Hisaishi, is a master of multiple genres including European classical, Japanese traditional, ambient electronic and minimalist music, yet brings them all together under a truly distinctive signature sound. Since 1984, his unique style has become synonymous with the films of Hayao Miyazaki and Studio Ghibli, having composed the soundtrack for all but one of the revered studio's feature film animations.

Emmy-nominated writer, stand-up comedian, actor, and NAACP Award winner Josh Johnson grew up in Louisiana and built his career in Chicago before becoming one of comedy's fastest-rising voices. He joined The Daily Show as its newest correspondent after spending six years writing for the Emmy and Peabody Award-winning series. Before that, he wrote for and performed on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon.

Regarded as one of the biggest stars in the comedy world, Jim Jefferies' shockingly charming style has made him one of the most sought-after comics on the global stage. Jim gets away with jokes that most comedians wouldn't touch due to his ability to both charm and offend the crowd in equal measure.

Steph Tolev brings unfiltered standup to town! Tolev has steadily gained a cult fan-following over the years since her early days as a guest on Bill Burr's 'Friends Who Kill', with fans loving her fearless honesty and electric delivery. Her live shows feel wild, cathartic and unforgettable - more like a concert than a stand-up show! - with physical material and candid personal stories that push boundaries while staying relatable.