Candlelight: 90s Hip-Hop on Strings - Boston

4.5(176)

Duration: 60 minutes

Live music: String quartet

Ambience: Lit by candlelight

Ages: Ages 8 and up

Venue: Indoor · assigned seatin…

From

$35.50

In short About the concert

Feel the golden age of hip-hop reimagined for strings. From The Fugees to Outkast, Missy Elliott to Wu-Tang Clan, rediscover the beats and rhymes that defined a generation in a candlelit string tribute.

This concert experience is a tribute. It is not associated with, endorsed by or sponsored by the artist, their heirs or their official representatives.

Programme: Fugees & Lauryn Hill, Outkast, Missy Elliott, Nas, Jay-Z, A Tribe Called Quest, Wu-Tang Clan, 2Pac and The Notorious B.I.G. medleys.

Performed by top local musicians on String quartet.

Experience highlights Why you'll love it

90s hip-hop, reborn in candlelight
The beats, rhymes and anthems that shaped a generation, reimagined by a string ensemble in a warm candlelit setting.
Surrounded by a thousand candles
Only candles illuminate the room, creating a breathtaking atmosphere that makes every Candlelight concert unforgettable.
An extraordinary setting
Experience this unique concert in a stunning candlelit setting.

On the day How it works

Arrive early
Doors open before the concert and close shortly before it starts. Late entry is not permitted, so we recommend arriving early.
Find your seat
Seats are assigned on arrival, on a first-come basis within the zone of the ticket you purchased.
Let the music take over
60 minutes of live music by candlelight.

Reviews What guests are saying

4.5/5

based on 176 reviews

Very enjoyable from beginning to end! Loved it! Scotty from Woburn!

It was an awesome show! Will definitely come again. Only thing, is that I wish the picture was digital because I definitely forgot them.

I think if they added a stringed instrument like the bass for certain songs in specific genres it would be a lot helpful for the audience to catch the groove of the song quicker especially when the string quartet is transitioning from one song to the next! Other than that I had a fabulous time and the the string quartet is very talented. So glad I went!

Great concert

First time and I loved it. Definitely worth coming and it won’t be the last time

Great show!

About the venueSimons Theatre

The Simons Theatre is a movie theatre attached to the New England Aquarium. In the newly renovated Simons Theatre, moviegoers will enjoy comfortable, high-backed seats while watching films on a giant projection screen that is more than six stories high. Wrap-around digital surround completes this immersive experience!

Address
1 Central Wharf, Boston, 02110
Parking
No on-site parking available.
Accessibility
This venue is wheelchair accessible.

FAQs Frequently asked questions

Where can I find my ticket?

You'll find your ticket in the “Tickets” section of the Fever app, signing in with the same method you used to buy. Your QR code is also in your confirmation email.

Can I change my ticket?

Date and/or time changes are allowed up to 48 hours before your experience starts, subject to availability. Get in touch with us quoting your ticket ID.

Are refunds allowed?

Refunds are not allowed unless you purchased a flexible cancellation ticket. Changes to other dates and/or times are allowed up to 48 hours before the event.

What different ticket types are available?

Ticket zones vary by venue; seats are assigned on a first-come basis within the zone you purchased.

Is there an age requirement for the event?

All guests must meet the minimum age for this event. Anyone under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.

Where does the experience take place?

Venue: Simons Theatre, Boston.

How do I get to the venue?

The venue is accessible by public transport and by car.

Is parking available?

See venue parking details above.

Is food or drink available?

Light snacks and refreshments are served at the cashless retail bar.