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Experience highlights Why you'll love it

The music of Joe Hisaishi
Beloved melodies from My Neighbor Totoro, Spirited Away and Howl's Moving Castle, played live by a string quartet.

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
Discover the best of Joe Hisaishi at a Candlelight concert in Winnipeg. A string quartet brings his much-loved anime film scores to life at the Crescent Arts Centre, surrounded by the glow of candles, in a live, multi-sensory musical experience.
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 once the concert has started.

Find your seat
Seats are not numbered: they are taken on a first-come, first-served basis within the zone on your ticket.

Let the music take over
Enjoy 60 minutes of live music surrounded by candles.
Reviews What guests are saying
4.8/5
based on 64 reviews
Stef M.
feb 2026
Visuals with the candles great. The quartet and music even better. Will be back.
Stephanie W.
feb 2026
It was absolutely beautiful!
Karina S.
feb 2026
Beautiful evening!
Shaylen M.
apr 2024
Amazing, loved the choice for theme!
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apr 2024
It was so magical!
Manaka P.
mar 2024
We didn’t know what to expect but it was such a wonderful experience!
Ana P.
feb 2026
Amazing!!!
About the venueCrescent Arts Centre

The Crescent Arts Centre in Winnipeg fosters creativity by supporting emerging and established artists through innovative performances, collaborations, and community projects. It hosts diverse programs, including intergenerational arts activities and initiatives for adults with intellectual disabilities.
Address
525 Wardlaw Avenue, Winnipeg, R3L 0L9
Parking
Limited parking is available on nearby streets.
Accessibility
The venue is accessible for people with reduced mobility. Please contact us ahead of time if you need assistance.
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