Ghibli classics: Spirited Away by candlelight
- 18:30
- Kensington United Reformed Church
- from £12 to £32
Lose yourself in the spellbinding world of Spirited Away as the cherished soundtrack of Hayao Miyazaki’s iconic Studio Ghibli anime is performed live by a chamber orchestra.
The enigmatic world of Spirited Away, Hayao Miyazaki’s Oscar-winning masterpiece, is one of the most beloved works in the history of animation. First released in 2001, this Studio Ghibli classic follows the story of Chihiro, a young girl who finds herself in a mysterious spirit world, encountering unforgettable characters and learning courage, resilience, and compassion along the way.
In the intimate surroundings of Kensington United Reformed Church, lit by a flicker of hundreds of candles, a small chamber orchestra will perform Joe Hisaishi’s iconic score — music that has become inseparable from the film’s magic. From the gentle wonder of One Summer’s Day to the wistful beauty of Reprise, each piece captures Miyazaki’s gift for blending the fantastical with the deeply human.
Hayao Miyazaki, co-founder of Studio Ghibli, is celebrated worldwide for his hand-drawn storytelling, rich imagination, and timeless themes. His works — from My Neighbour Totoro to Howl’s Moving Castle — have touched generations, but Spirited Away stands as a defining achievement: a dreamlike tale of transformation, friendship, and the enduring power of hope.
This is more than a concert — it’s a journey to a place where spirits whisper, trains glide across quiet waters, and memories linger in the air.
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 atmospheric venues throughout the United Kingdom, Europe, 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.
Venue — access, parking & getting there
Here’s the live musical journey you’ll experience — performed by the ensemble in their own arrangements:
- A Road to Somewhere
- The Dragon Boy
- Always With Me
- Nighttime Coming
- Procession of Gods
- Gods (Image Album)
- The Sixth Station
- Sootballs
- Yubaba
- Kaonashi (No Face)
- The House at Swamp Bottom
- It's Hard Work
- Bathhouse Morning
- The Bottomless Pit
- The Stink Spirit
- White Dragon (Image Album)
- Reprise
- I'm Lonely, lonely (Image Album)
- Waltz of Chihiro (Image Album)
- Solitude (Image Album)
- One Summer's Day
*The programme may be subject to changes
This event is organised by Dinastia Distributions FZCO.Tickets are sold by Red Events & Distribution Ltd, acting solely as a disclosed agent for the organiser. The event is the sole responsibility of Dinastia Distributions FZCO.Red Events & Distribution Ltd accepts no liability for the delivery of the event. For event-related inquiries, please contact: [email protected]
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.
