2. University of Vermont Lane Series

The Buzz -- This year-long fine arts series is responsible for bringing to Burlington the likes of the Vienna Philharmonic, the Boston Symphony, the New York City Opera, and the Moscow Chamber Orchestra. Besides concerts, the series also hosts Broadway productions and plays – in fact, past audiences have been treated to performances by such figures as Sir John Gielgud and Lily Tomlin. Most events are held on the UVM campus, either in downtown's lovely Flynn Theatre, in Ira Allen Chapel, or in the UVM Recital Hall.