Santa Barbara’s iconic Lobero Theatre will present Dessert with Mozart: A Music Dialogue and Chamber Music Performance on Friday, July 31 at 7 PM. Savor an unforgettable musical feast that goes far beyond the traditional concert experience. This immersive experience offers a feast for the senses and a rare opportunity to enjoy Mozart in an entirely new way. Like an evening at a world-class chef’s table, Dessert with Mozart invites audiences into the creative kitchen, where master musicians reveal the artistry, craftsmanship, and inspiration behind a musical masterpiece.

Witness the ingredients of great performance come together as acclaimed Music Conductor Heiichiro Ohyama (viola) and Chamber Orchestra musicians Timothy Durkovic (piano), Elizabeth Hedman (violin), and Trevor Handy (cello) prepare the first movement of Mozart’s Piano Quartet No. 1 in G Minor, K. 478. Observe their trial and error as the artists dissect the score, experiment with interpretation, and uncover the subtle flavors hidden within Mozart’s manuscript. The first part of the evening concludes with an engaging Q&A, guided by Concert Navigator Miho Ito, where audiences will gain rare insight into the decisions, discoveries, and collaborative processes that shape every note.

During intermission, enjoy complimentary dessert on the Esplanade before returning for a full performance of all three movements of the evening’s musical entrée. Having experienced the creative preparation firsthand, you’ll enjoy the finished masterpiece with a deeper appreciation for its richness, complexity, and beauty. This event made possible by the generosity of Mahri Kerley.

Tickets for Dessert with Mozart: A Music Dialogue and Chamber Music Performance are on sale now at Lobero.org https://www.lobero.org/events/music-dialogue-2026/

and at the Lobero Box Office 805.963.0761. $75 – Premium Seating (Premium ticket includes preferred seating location and an exclusive pre-show reception on the Lobero stage with complimentary drinks and light bites, beginning an hour prior to showtime), $45 – Section A (Ticket prices include a per ticket Lobero Facility Fee; other fees may also apply.) Tickets purchased online or by phone are subject to a web/phone order fee of $3.00 per ticket. To avoid this fee, tickets can be purchased in person at the box office.