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London Symphony Orchestra: Symphonic Cinema/The Planets

with Ben Gernon

Emma Thompson poses with dancers.

Holst’s The Planets reimagined, in an immersive blend of film and music.

Symphonic Cinema is a groundbreaking concert experience, bringing together some of the greatest works of the symphonic repertoire with newly created silent films, inspired by the music. During a performance, the film’s director Lucas van Woerkum is positioned among the musicians in the orchestra, shaping his films in real time in response to the performance – making every concert a unique experience.

These two LSO concerts feature the UK premiere of the new film LOSS, a moving meditation on grief and transformation starring Emma Thompson and Greg Wise, including dance performances by The Arts Umbrella Dance Company (Vancouver). It all unfolds against the backdrop of Holst’s The Planets, reflecting the music’s changing moods as the film explores life and death.

Produced by the London Symphony Orchestra.

Recommended by Classic FM. 

Both concerts will last approximately one hour.

Ticket prices

Standard
From £19 (£15 + £4 transaction fee)

Hall

Location
The Barbican Hall is located within the main Barbican building. Head to Level G and follow the signs to find your seating level. 

Address
Barbican Centre
Silk Street, London
EC2Y 8DS

Public transport
​​​​​​​The Barbican is widely accessible by bus, tube, train and by foot or bicycle. Plan your journey and find more route information in ‘Your Visit’ or book your car parking space in advance.