CARNEGIE HALL
Family Programs
Selection as a Finalist is a significant honor of which students and their families should be extremely proud. We're pleased to offer two Family Programs to enable loved ones to share in this once-in-a-lifetime experience.
Parents, family members, and friends are welcome to join selected Finalists by enrolling in one of our Family Programs or purchasing individual tickets to the performance.
The Honors Family Programs have been designed to allow supporters to stay in New York with their Finalist and attend select program events that are otherwise closed to non-performers (a rehearsal, New York City events, touring with Finalists, Finalist Celebration, etc.). A priority ticket to the Honors Performance at Carnegie Hall is included in both Family Program packages—additional non-priority tickets are also available to the public through the Carnegie Hall box office.
Note: Family Programs are offered only as full packages and cannot be sold as individual components.
Registration for the 2024/2025 Family Programs are open!
Registration Details
- All Finalists will be given the opportunity to enroll loved ones in the Series Family Programs via their my.honorsperformance.org student portal.
- Family Program participants under 22 may attend only if accompanied by a participant aged 22 or older. For safety reasons, Finalists may not leave their Chaperone unless checked out by an authorized adult above the age of 25.
- Finalists should not register for the Family Program. They have been automatically registered for the Finalist program through the application and selection process.
- Enrollment in the Family Program is subject to the same program Terms and Conditions and Standard Cancellation Policy acknowledged during the Finalist's online enrollment.
Family Program Itineraries
The two Family Program packages are designed so family, friends, and educators can share in a fuller Honors Performance Series experience while also providing time to explore New York. Since most Series rehearsals are closed, there are other activities and free time included in the Family Program packages to supplement. Both itineraries provide an opportunity to experience the best of New York's sights and culture. Please note: All itineraries are tentative and subject to change.
Full Access Family Program Itinerary
Day 1
- Evening arrival into New York City
- Airport greeting and transfer to the hotel (registered family only during specified times at JFK Airport)
- Check into the program and meet your Finalist’s Chaperone
Day 2
- Guided sightseeing of Lower Manhattan, including the 9/11 Memorial.
- Free time on own to explore New York
- Attend a Broadway show
Day 3
- Carnegie Hall or alternate arts venue tour (TBD)
- Family Program participants attend a rehearsal
- Afternoon free time to enjoy New York
- Top of the Rock or Finalist Celebration with Finalists (schedule varies based on your Finalist's ensemble)
Day 4
- Metropolitan Museum of Art (voucher included, touring on own)
- Honors Performance at Carnegie Hall (priority seating for Family Program participants)
- Top of the Rock or Finalist Celebration with Finalists (schedule varies based on your Finalist's ensemble)
Day 5
- Farewell and return transfer to airport (registered family only during specified times to JFK airport)
- Afternoon departure for home
Weekend Family Program Itinerary
Day 1
- Arrive in New York and check into the program
- Family Program participants attend a rehearsal
- Afternoon free time to enjoy New York
- Top of the Rock or Finalist Celebration with Finalists (schedule varies based on your Finalist's ensemble)
Day 2
- Metropolitan Museum of Art (voucher included, touring on own)
- Honors Performance at Carnegie Hall (priority seating for Family Program participants)
- Top of the Rock or Finalist Celebration with Finalists (schedule varies based on your Finalist's ensemble)
Day 3
- Farewell and return transfer to airport (registered family only during specified times to JFK airport)
- Afternoon departure for home
Family Program Inclusions*
| Program Inclusions *all items are exclusive to registered Family Program participants only* |
Full Access Program |
Weekend Program |
| One priority ticket to the Honors Performance |
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| Family Program Access to a select Honors Performance rehearsal |
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| Admission to the Finalist Celebration with Finalists |
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| All fees for activities and touring listed as “with Finalists” on the itinerary |
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| Admission voucher for the Metropolitan Museum of Art |
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| 24-Hour staffed emergency office in the city to handle the unexpected |
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| Doctors on Call arrangement for medical support while on the program |
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| Guides for city touring and dedicated Family Program support staff |
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| † Departure transfer from the Series hotel to JFK Airport |
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| Attendance at a Broadway show, seated with your Finalist |
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| Admission to the scheduled Carnegie Hall (or alternate arts venue) backstage tour |
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| Lower Manhattan touring, including the 9/11 Memorial |
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| † Arrival transfer from JFK Airport to the Series hotel |
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| Four nights' lodging in the Series hotel (double occupancy) with on-site staff to ensure a good stay |
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| Two nights' lodging in the Series hotel (double occupancy) with on-site staff to ensure a good stay |
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*Family Program details are subject to change.
†Individuals arriving or departing outside of the designated time frames will not have access to our complimentary airport shuttle service.
Program Costs
Carnegie Hall Performance Tickets
Kathleen
Family Package Participant
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