(Newark, NJ) — The New Jersey Symphony Orchestra (NJSO) has announced subscription tickets are still available for the 2007-08 Family Concert Series. NJSO designed this series to expand the quality, enriching musical experiences NJSO patrons have come to enjoy to children ages 7-12, and their families, at an extremely affordable price. Each NJSO Family Concert Series afternoon performance takes place in Prudential Hall at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) in Newark.

The three Saturday performances are November 17, February 16 and May 3 and begin at 2 pm. An interactive pre-concert adventure in the performance hall lobby one hour before the concert is designed to add to the fun. Past adventures have included a musical instrument petting zoo, face painting and other games and activities.

Following the pre-concert adventures, the programs offer quality performances with talented musicians, actors and dancers designed to engage children s imaginations, introduce them to great classical music and help families further cultivate an appreciation of the arts. Package subscriptions are now available for only $24 per person, which includes the three events from November through May. Single tickets are also available for just $10 per performance.

Tickets are available for purchase in-person and over the phone, weekdays from 9am to 6pm, and online 24 hours a day. For tickets and information call 1.800.ALLEGRO (255.3476) or visit www.njsymphony.org . SERIES EVENTS For the young explorer in all of us, NJSO s Family Series kicks off Saturday, November 17 at 2 pm with Dance Around The World, featuring international dancers exploring Bernstein s West Side Story, Bizet s Carmen and Strauss s Blue Danube Waltz.