Tim Burton's Universe by Mystery Ensemble
Description
А unique concert will take place in the atmospheric Christ Church, located in the heart of Swindon.
From the shimmering wonder of Alice in Wonderland to the festive magic of The Nightmare Before Christmas, from the haunting lyricism of Edward Scissorhands to the eccentric brilliance of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory — this concert immerses you in the soundscapes that shaped Burton’s unique cinematic universe.
At the heart of it all is the music of Danny Elfman, Burton’s lifelong collaborator and one of the most distinctive film composers of our time. Elfman’s music blends playfulness with menace, tenderness with grandeur — a perfect mirror of Burton’s visual imagination. Alongside Elfman, highlights include unforgettable moments from Corpse Bride, the cult favourite Beetlejuice, the gothic sweep of Batman, and the razor-sharp drama of Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street.
In this premiere, Mystery Ensemble brings Burton’s worlds to life in unique arrangements. Expect soaring voices, bold instrumental colours, and an atmosphere that shifts in an instant — from the macabre to the magical, from the intimate to the epic.
This is not just a soundtrack concert — it is a live theatrical experience. The concert's mysterious magic will arise from the connection between the musicians and the surrounding architecture.
Feel as if you are stepping inside a Tim Burton movie itself!
Programme
Here’s the live musical journey you’ll experience — performed by the ensemble in their own arrangements:
The Batman Theme
The Joker’s Poem
Corpse Bride
The Addams Family Theme
Wednesday Main Titles
Jack’s Lament
Ice Dance
The Piano Duet
Jenny’s Theme
Johanna
Mike Teavee
Descent Into Mystery
Remains Of The Day
Love Theme
Making Christmas
Augustus Loop
Birth Of a Penguin
Proposal (Alice’s Theme)
What’s This?
Edward Scissorhands
Beetlejuice
Alice’s Theme
*Please note that the programme is subject to changes
Dates/Times
19:30-20:30 30 Oct 26
Venue
Cricklade Street
Swindon
SN1 3HB
Swindon
SN1 3HB
Tickets
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