The Candlelight series invites audiences to immerse themselves in the emotional and dramatic influence of music created for the screen. Revisit some of your favourite movie and tv series moments at enchanting concerts paying tribute to the remarkable power of film scores and soundtracks in an atmospheric setting surrounded by hundreds of flickering candles.
Candlelight is celebrating movie, anime, and video game theme songs at the historic Christ Church Cathedral and the impressive Kerrisdale Presbyterian Church. Whether you’re a film buff or Otaku, there’s something to suit everyone.
Candlelight Spring: The Best of Joe Hisaishi
To celebrate the arrival of the season of new beginnings, Candlelight is bringing a row of enchanting concerts to the city, including this tribute to Japanese legend Joe Hisaishi. The celebrated composer has scored some of the most successful anime films by Studio Ghibli, including Kiki’s Delivery Service, Ponyo, My Neighbour Totoro and Nausicaa of the Valley of the Wind.
This season, you can hear these melodies and more Hisaishi soundtracks at a gorgeous venue in Vancouver. Taking place at the historic Kerrisdale Presbyterian Church, the talented musicians of a string quartet will take you through a musical journey through the world of anime and film.
Hearing your favourite theme songs or film scores at an intimate Candlelight concert is an original way to reintroduce yourself to the evocative weight they carry. You might discover something new about the shows you adore or you might appreciate the music as a separate, moving piece.
The Candlelight series takes place twice each night with two back to back 60-65 minute performances. Doors will open 30 minutes prior to each show.
Note: For the safety of our audience, all of the candlelight will be provided through flameless candles.