Tim Burton's Universe by Mystery Ensemble
- 19:30
- Chichester Cathedral, Chichester
- from £25
Welcome to the mystical worlds of Tim Burton! We invite you to celebrate this spooky season on a journey through the music that made it unforgettable. A unique concert will take place at the majestic Chichester Cathedral in the heart of Chichester
From the shimmering wonder of Alice in Wonderland to the festive magic of The Nightmare Before Christmas, from the haunting lyricism of Edward Scissorhands to the eccentric brilliance of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, and including the darkly captivating world of Netflix's global phenomenon Wednesday, this concert immerses you in the soundscapes that shaped Burton’s unique cinematic universe.
At the heart of it all is the music of Danny Elfman, Burton’s lifelong collaborator and one of the most distinctive film composers of our time. Elfman’s music blends playfulness with menace, tenderness with grandeur — a perfect mirror of Burton’s visual imagination. Alongside Elfman, highlights include unforgettable moments from Corpse Bride, the cult favourite Beetlejuice, the gothic sweep of Batman, and the razor-sharp drama of Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street.
In this premiere, Mystery Ensemble brings Burton’s worlds to life in unique arrangements. Expect soaring voices, bold instrumental colours, and an atmosphere that shifts in an instant — from the macabre to the magical, from the intimate to the epic.
This is not just a soundtrack concert — it is a live theatrical experience. The concert's mysterious magic will arise from the connection between the musicians and the surrounding architecture.
Feel as if you are stepping inside a Tim Burton movie itself!
The concert organisers are the creative agency RED EVENTS & Distribution ltd, which produces exceptional cultural events in ancient mansions, on rooftops, in greenhouses, and in other most atmospheric venues across Europe, Great Britain, Azerbaijan, Georgia, and other countries. Also in the repertoire – a collection of concerts by candlelight and with complete immersion in the space of video art and sound.
Doors open at least 30 minutes before the concert.
Venue — access, parking & getting there
- The Batman Theme
- The Joker’s Poem
- Corpse Bride
- The Addams Family Theme
- Wednesday Main Titles
- Jack’s Lament
- Ice Dance
- The Piano Duet
- Jenny’s Theme
- Johanna
- Mike Teavee
- Descent Into Mystery
- Remains Of The Day
- Love Theme
- Making Christmas
- Augustus Loop
- Birth Of a Penguin
- Proposal (Alice’s Theme)
- What’s This?
- Edward Scissorhands
- Beetlejuice
- Alice’s Theme
*Please note that the programme is subject to changes
This is a tribute concert. RED EVENTS is an independent producer; this event is not affiliated with, authorised by, or endorsed by the film studios, production companies, composers, or their respective rights holders. All film titles, character names and related trademarks are the property of their respective owners and are used here for descriptive purposes only.
