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20 April 2024 Köln (Cologne) (Germany)
Star Wars: A New Hope in concert
Neue Philharmonie Westfalen conducted by John Jesensky - Lanxess arena
Program Info: John Williams - Star Wars: A New Hope
"A long time ago in a galaxy far, far away..." For decades, the greatest science fiction saga in film history has delighted millions of fans of all generations worldwide, not least thanks to the film music by John Williams, which is one of the most successful soundtracks belongs to cinema history. The mighty space epic is now starting its journey to the arenas and concert halls as an audio-visual overall experience.
In Star Wars: A New Hope, the galaxy falls under the savage rule of the Empire after the Jedi Knights were defeated. Only one rebel group, led by Princess Leia, succeeds in stealing the blueprints for the Death Star and throwing the Empire into turmoil. The plans reach the old Jedi Knight Obi-Wan Kenobi, who takes up the fight against the Empire with his apprentice Luke Skywalker and the smugglers Han Solo and Chewbacca. An adventure of life and death begins as Darth Vader is on their trail to prevent the destruction of the Death Star.
The movie with live orchestra
The Star Wars saga, thought through down to the last detail by George Lucas, revolutionised Hollywood's film landscape and has lost none of its charm to this day. With its mythical story, compelling characters, and groundbreaking special effects, the Star Wars saga has become an icon of American culture. A full symphony orchestra performs John Williams' Oscar, Golden Globe and Grammy winning music while the full film is shown on a giant screen. The "Neue Philharmonie Westfalen" will play under the direction of John Jesensky.
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