The Orchestra Italiana del Cinema brings “Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince™ in Concert” to Italy for the first time, a unique event that blends the magic of cinema with the power of live Music. This special event will be held in two of the main Italian cities: Milan and Rome. In Milan, the Teatro degli Arcimboldi will host the event on 13 and 14 December, while in Rome the Auditorium della Conciliazione will welcome the public on 27 and 28 December 2024. Spectators will have the opportunity to relive the sixth chapter of the saga of Harry Potter with the soundtrack performed live by an orchestra of 80 musicians. The music, directed by Maestro Timothy Henty in Milan and by Maestro Caleb Young in Rome, will accompany the film projected on a 12 meter screen, guaranteeing an immersive experience thanks to the dialogues in Italian.
The event is an absolute preview for Italy, organized by Music Village/Forum Studios with the executive production of Marco Patrignani. This initiative is part of the Rome Film Music Festival, which will return to the capital from 7 to 12 April 2025. The concert series is part of the official Harry Potter tour, created by Warner Bros. Discovery Global Themed Entertainment and CineConcerts, which has already gained over 3 million fans worldwide.
A global cultural phenomenon
Since its debut in 2016 with “Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone in Concert”, the concert series has attracted fans of all ages, thanks to the perfect fusion of images and live music. Marco Patrignani, founder of the Italian Cinema Orchestra, underlines how the orchestra is a pioneer in this type of show, where artistic sensitivity and technical expertise come together to create unforgettable emotions. This format contributed to the birth of the Roma Film Music Festival, which celebrates its fourth year in 2025.
The soundtrack to “Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince”, composed by Nicholas Hooper, received a Grammy Award nomination in 2010 and reached number twenty-ninth on the Billboard 200 chart. Considered “emotionally overwhelming” by Variety, the music of Hooper captures the essence of the wizarding world of Hogwarts, offering unique motifs that resonate deeply with audiences.
An unforgettable experience for fans
Justin Freer, President of CineConcerts, describes the Harry Potter film series as a cultural phenomenon that continues to enchant millions of people around the world. The event offers fans the opportunity to experience the award-winning soundtracks performed live, while the film is simultaneously shown on the big screen. Brady Beaubien, Concert Producer for the series, adds that Harry Potter is synonymous with global emotion, and the goal is to bring the Wizarding World to life for audiences through this extraordinary combination of music and cinema.
The event will take place in two prestigious locations: the Teatro degli Arcimboldi in Milan and the Auditorium della Conciliazione in Rome. Tickets are available on TicketOne, offering the opportunity to participate in a unique experience that combines the art of live music with the magic of cinema. This event represents an unmissable stop for all fans of the Harry Potter saga and for anyone who wants to immerse themselves in a world of magic and music.
Useful information
To attend “Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince™ in Concert”, tickets are available on TicketOne. The shows will be held in Milan at the Teatro degli Arcimboldi on 13 December at 8.30pm and on 14 December at 3.00pm and 8.30pm. In Rome, the Auditorium della Conciliazione will host the event on December 27th at 8.30pm and on December 28th at 3pm and 8.30pm. Don't miss the opportunity to live an unforgettable experience that combines the charm of cinema with the power of live music.
Auditorium Conciliazione Via della Conciliazione 4, 00193 Rome
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(Source and image: Michela Rossetti – GDG Press Press Office)
