An Orchestral Tribute to Tim Burton & Dark Fantasy by Moonlight
An Orchestral Tribute to Tim Burton & Dark Fantasy by Moonlight at Sunderland Empire
Monday 14 September 2026
About the show
An enchanting live performance of whimsical and otherworldly dark fantasy film music, brought to life by the Illuminated Orchestra, beneath the glow of a giant moon.
A spellbinding live concert celebrating the music from cinema’s most whimsical and eerie masterpieces – from Tim Burton’s gothic fantasy films to cult classics of the dark and magical.
Programme: 75 minutes of spine-tingling, heartwarming, and otherworldly music, performed live by an 18-piece chamber orchestra of first-class, classically trained musicians and evocative live vocals, and featuring unforgettable themes from:
The Nightmare Before Christmas Edward Scissorhands Charlie & The Chocolate Factory Corpse Bride Alice in Wonderland Batman Beetlejuice Sleepy Hollow Labyrinth Wednesday The Addams Family
From the creators of The Best of Hans Zimmer & Film Favourites Illuminated - Customer Reviewed: 4.7 / 5.
This brand-new orchestral journey dives into the magic, mischief, and melancholy of dark fantasy cinema.
Disclaimer: The Illuminated Orchestra and its events are not affiliated with the films and composers listed. All trademarks are the property of their respective owners.