Candlelight Plush
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
4.8/5
based on 125 reviews
Priscilla A.
nov 2025
Most amazing experience I’ve had so far!
Tyrone C.
nov 2025
Great atmosphere and performance by the musicians.
Benjamin S.
dec 2025
Absolutely amazing
Nina Z.
dec 2025
Amazing
Tony R.
nov 2025
The performance was beautiful. If ever a composition I enjoy is available again. I will be back for certain.
Mercedes C.
nov 2025
This was an unforgettable experience, truly beautiful!
About the venuePhoenix Art Museum - Whiteman Hall

Whiteman Hall at Phoenix Art Museum is a versatile, state-of-the-art venue designed for presentations, banquets, and meetings. It offers a sophisticated atmosphere with full A/V equipment, air conditioning, and a 300-seat theater layout, perfect for diverse events in central Phoenix.
Address
1625 North Central Avenue, Phoenix, 85004
Parking
No on-site parking available.
Accessibility
This venue is wheelchair accessible.
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