Trans-Siberian Orchestra coming to UBS Arena for two shows

After a two-year hiatus, Trans-Siberian Orchestra returns to Long Island with two holiday shows at the new UBS Arena in Elmont’s Belmont Park on Dec. 18 at 3 and 8 p.m.

This year’s production is called "Christmas Eve and Other Stories," from its 1996 debut album of the same name, and marks the orchestra’s 25th anniversary. The show blends an arena rock band with a full string orchestra backed by a massive multimedia production including pyrotechnics, lasers and video.

TSO concerts have been an annual Long Island tradition, with Nassau Coliseum shows nearly every year. The orchestra’s last performance there was on Dec. 20, 2019.

Tickets go on sale to the general public on Sept. 17 at 10 a.m. via ticketmaster.com. Check Ticketmaster for several presale opportunities. For more information, visit: trans-siberian.com.

By David J. Criblez

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David J. Criblez is a reporter for Newsday's exploreLI, covering entertainment-related events from local music to stand-up comedy to festivals.