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Experience highlights Why you'll love it

The cinematic sound of Joe Hisaishi, brought to light.
Journey through the unforgettable soundscapes of Joe Hisaishi, where delicate melodies and sweeping compositions bring iconic film moments to life.

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.
Program The music that awaits you
- Kaze No Tani from Nausica Of The Valley Of The Wind
- Kimi Wo Nosete (Carrying You) from Castle in the Sky
- Kaze no Toori Michi from Path Of The Wind
- Tonari no Totoro from My Neighbor Totoro
- Umi No Mieru Machi (A Town With an Ocean View) from KiKi's Delivery Service
- Theme from Princess Mononoke
- Inochi no Namae (Name of Life) from Spirited Away
- Chihiro's Waltz from Spirited Away
- When I Remember This Life from The Tale of the Princess Kaguya
- Gake No Ue No Ponyo from Ponyo On the Cliff by the Sea
- A Journey (A Dream of Flight) from The Wind Rises
- Merry Go Round of Life from Howl's Moving Castle
- Summer
Performers
- String quartetListeso
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In short About the concert
Rediscover the moving soundscapes of Joe Hisaishi, whose unforgettable compositions have brought some of cinema's most beloved stories to life. Hear melodies from Spirited Away, My Neighbor Totoro and more by the warm glow of Candlelight.
This concert experience is a tribute. It is not associated with, endorsed by or sponsored by the artist, their heirs or their official representatives.
On the day How it works

Arrive early
Doors open 45 minutes before the concert. 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
5.0/5
based on 198 reviews
Alexia T.
sep 2024
The musicians were phenomenal and the atmosphere was lovely. I liked that it was a little more laidback than traditional concerts of these nature. I do wish a rule of "please stay seated during movements" was suggested at the beginning.
Dang V.
sep 2024
Love the vibe and interaction from the musicians!
Nou V.
sep 2024
It was absolutely beautiful. I brought my 11 year old daughter, who is a 6th grade violinist and a huge Studio Ghibli fan, to inspire her! We drove almost 3 hours to watch/listen! Absolutely worth it!
Rikki C.
sep 2024
This was Phenomenal!
Anna R.
sep 2024
The music was wonderful! The whole atmosphere was magical! Very talented musicians and the staff were all super friendly. Will come again for sure!
Deserae B.
sep 2024
It was a magical event. The music was beautiful. I would definitely go again.
About the venueLuminary Arts Center
The Luminary Arts Center is a 6,000-square-foot warehouse turned playing space. Converted into a performance venue by The Guthrie Theater, who sought a "Laboratory" space for experimental and unique works, the building is rich in history, not unlike the neighborhood it resides in. With time, the theater has grown, feeling like home to a number of independent productions. Its accommodating capacity and stunning brick walls lend the ultimate backdrop to any artistic endeavor.
Address
700 North 1st Street, Minneapolis, 55401
Parking
No on-site parking available.
Accessibility
This venue is wheelchair accessible.
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