Trans-Siberian Orchestra (TSO) unveiled the exciting details for their 2025 Winter Tour, which will bring the multi-platinum rock group to Van Andel Arena on Sunday, December 7, 2025. This year's tour will feature an all-new production of their beloved "The Ghosts of Christmas Eve" alongside a special second set of hits and fan-favorites that include a 25th-anniversary salute to Beethoven's Last Night. “The Ghosts of Christmas Eve: the Best of TSO and More" tour promises to continue TSO's tradition of captivating audiences nationwide with an unparalleled blend of rock, classical, and theatrical spectacle, complete with dazzling pyrotechnics, lasers, and incredible storytelling. Live Nation is proud to welcome TSO when they return to Grand Rapids for two spectacular shows on Sunday, December 7 at 2:30pm and 7:30pm.
Tickets go on sale Friday, September 12 at 10AM at VanAndelArena.com with a portion of the proceeds benefiting two amazing charities.
2:30PM Matinee Show:
- Sponsored by iHeart Radio - WSRW Star 105.7FM
- Proceeds benefit Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital
7:30PM Evening Show:
- Sponsored by Townsquare Radio - WGRD 97.9 FM
- Proceeds benefit the Idiots for Underdogs Charity
Presales begin for both shows on Thursday, September 11 at 10AM.
The 2025 TSO tour promises a reimagined and expanded presentation of the beloved holiday tradition, "The Ghosts of Christmas Eve," which has captivated multiple generations. A product of the imagination of TSO’s late founder Paul O’Neill and based on TSO’s multi-platinum DVD TV special, “The Ghosts of Christmas Eve” follows the journey of a runaway who breaks into an abandoned vaudeville theater on December 24. Following this powerful rock opera, the 2025 tour will also deliver a high-octane, visually stunning second set packed with more of TSO’s greatest hits, fan-favorites, and unexpected delights.
Musical Director/Guitarist Al Pitrelli said, “When I go back and listen to our songs, I am always amazed at how quickly the time has gone by. It's been 25 years since we recorded Beethoven's Last Night, and it seems like yesterday. We are excited to play pieces from the album and pay respects to the art and legacies of both the great composer and Paul O’Neill. I'm looking forward to watching the expressions on everyone's face, with all the surprises we have in store. We can't wait to get on the road."
In celebration of its 25th anniversary, Trans-Siberian Orchestra's acclaimed rock opera Beethoven's Last Night is set to make its vinyl debut on September 12. This special 2-LP set, which tells the dramatic tale of Ludwig van Beethoven's final hours, blending his iconic melodies with hard rock and theatrical storytelling, will be available in two distinct editions: an exclusive lenticular cover and a red vinyl pressing. Fans can order their copies now at store.rhino.com/en/rhino-store/artists/trans-siberian-orchestra/ to commemorate this milestone for the beloved album.
TSO is also pleased to announce the return of a fan-favorite tradition: the TSO signing line. For the first time since 2019, every fan attending an evening performance will have the incredible opportunity to get one item signed by members of the group, completely free of charge.
Building on the monumental milestones celebrated in their last tour, TSO continues to redefine its success. With over 20 million concert tickets sold and a staggering more than $20 million donated to charity since their inception, TSO remains one of rock's most generous bands, proudly upholding Paul O’Neill’s vision, by contributing at least $1 from every ticket sold to local charities.
With an incredible $1 billion in gross sales, TSO's remarkable and consistent appeal is reflected in recent industry accolades: Pollstar recognized TSO at No. 4 for Top North America Tours and at No. 6 on their Top 100 Worldwide Tours chart by gross for Midyear 2025, while Billboard placed them at No. 5 in Midyear 2025 Top Ticket Sales and No. 13 on the Midyear 2025 Top Tours chart. Adding to their impressive achievements, their iconic hit, "Christmas Eve/Sarajevo 12/24," has just surpassed 100 million streams across digital platforms, further cementing its status as a timeless holiday classic.
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Media:
Press Assets:
https://nc-management.com/tso/press/winter/
Interview Opportunities:
Print/Online: Al Pitrelli and longtime TSO drummer Jeff Plate are available for interviews. For more information and/or to confirm your interest in an interview, contact Scoop Marketing at pr@solters.com
Radio: Al Pitrelli, Jeff Plate, and TSO guitarist Joel Hoekstra are available for select radio phone interviews from September 9 through September 12. For more information and/or to schedule an interview, please contact Alan Rommelfanger at alan@daybreakentertainment.com.
TV: Al Pitrelli and TSO vocalist Kayla Reeves are available for TV interviews via Zoom on September 15, 16, and 17. For more information or to schedule an interview, please contact Gabi Bisconti at gbisconti@nc-management.com.
Scoop Marketing for Trans-Siberian Orchestra:
Erik Stein, estein@solters.com
Anna Loynes, aloynes@solters.com
818-761-6100
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