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Experience highlights Why you'll love it

The magic of Joe Hisaishi
Melodies from Joe Hisaishi's most beloved film scores, arranged for string quartet and played live in a candlelit theatre.

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 quartetAdmeta String Quartet
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In short About the concert
Experience the best-loved film music of Joe Hisaishi, performed live by a string quartet at Helsingør Theater (Den Gamle By) in Aarhus. For one evening, the theatre is lit only by candles, setting the scene for an intimate Candlelight concert of his most celebrated melodies.
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 30 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 around 60 minutes of live music surrounded by candles.
Reviews What guests are saying
4.5/5
based on 857 reviews
Sebastian C.
sep 2026
Superb
Nadezda C.
sep 2026
More events like this one
Clara S.
aug 2026
Wonderful experience, magical and transcending.
Berta S.
aug 2026
It was amazing to attend this concert! We were glad to enjoy a very cozy atmosphere and a great combination of pieces performed by amazing musicians. 10/10
Hanan O.
jul 2026
So beautiful!!
Line N.
may 2026
Really nice ❤️
Paula E.
oct 2024
Incredible, time flew by too quick. The event could easily have been longer. Definitely recommendable !
Carina J.
sep 2024
It was our first time and we didn’t quite knew what we should expect but we loved it and will surely return another time
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jan 2024
Wonderful
Gabriel M.
dec 2023
It was an amazing experience.
Lauren B.
jul 2023
Beautifully played music, thoroughly enjoyed it and would definitely recommend!
Stine L.
may 2023
beautiful and very well organized
Geraint N.
nov 2022
We really enjoyed it, we just wanted more! Everyone was so talented.
Ginnie B.
oct 2022
Amazing. Breathtaking. Out of body experience.
About the venueHelsingør Theater (Den Gamle By)

Helsingør Theater, located in Den Gamle By in Aarhus, is a fully restored 19th-century theater offering a glimpse into Denmark’s theatrical past. With its elegant interior and historical charm, it hosts performances and tours, capturing the spirit of classical drama in an authentic period setting.
Address
Viborgvej 2, Aarhus Centrum, 8000
Parking
There is no organised parking at the venue.
Accessibility
This venue is not wheelchair accessible.
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