With its sea of candles, exceptionally-talented musicians and wide-ranging selection of concerts, Candlelight enchants and enthralls audiences all year round. As the colder months are creeping in, there are few better ways to bring in autumn than a night of unforgettable live-music.
Melburnians have experienced the magic of Candlelight concerts in some of the city’s most impressive venues including North Melbourne’s Meat Market, The Athenaeum Theatre and The National Theatre. What sounds better than a dazzling candlelit concert set in a venue filled with character and history?
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Featured Candlelight Concerts
Candlelight Soundtrack Concerts
Immerse yourself in the works of one of the most acclaimed composers of our time at these sensational tributes to the legendary Hans Zimmer taking place at The National Theatre. The German composer is the soundtrack mastermind behind some of the most iconic films in movie history including The Lord of the Rings and Pirates of the Caribbean. These captivating tribute concerts give you the chance to enjoy the iconic music scores of your favourite films all in one magical place.
Celebrate 100 years of the famous Warner Bros. Studios at this magnificent tribute to the iconic film studio. Listen to the movie production company’s arsenal of songs and theme tunes including Over the Rainbow and Purple Rain that are instantly recognisable as soon as the first note is played. Feel the nostalgia of your favourite movies and TV shows as their accompanying soundtracks are played throughout the National Theatre.
Anime fans are in for a real treat with this incredible tribute to the beloved art form. The Athenaeum Theatre is hosting an evening of breathtaking live music that celebrate an eclectic mix of songs from some of the most popular anime movies and series in recent years. Lovers of all things anime simply can’t miss this extraordinary experience.
Candlelight Jazz: A Tribute to Amy Winehouse
A small jazz band performs some of Amy Winehouse’s biggest hits including Back to Black and Valerie at this stunning tribute to the star at The Athenaeum Theatre. The impeccable vocals and soulful melodies of the jazz band nod to the singer’s cheeky lyricism and unmistakable tone and truly make the musical tribute an unmissable event.
Candlelight: Tribute to Adele
This mesmerising tribute to Adele takes audience members on a journey throughout the London-born singer’s music career as the string quartet Eclective Strings perform some of her biggest hits to date. From Rolling in the Deep to Someone Like You, Adele’s mega hits are undoubtedly modern-day classics that are ready to be enjoyed at this Candlelight concert at National Theatre Melbourne.
All Upcoming Candlelight Concerts in Melbourne
All Upcoming Candlelight Concerts in Melbourne
Candlelight Information
The atmosphere of hundreds of candles is a wondrous spectacle that amplifies the live-music experience. And, for the length of the 60-65 minute performance, the candle-music combo creates a parallel realm where audiences are carried away by each and every note played.
So far, thousands of candles have lent their gentle glow to Melbourne’s sensational Candlelight concerts and the greatest works of classical music as well as legendary jazz, rock, pop and film classics have been performed in the flickering light.
A recurring question regarding Candlelight is, What do you wear to Candlelight? The simple answer is that Candlelight has no dress code and there is no obligation to dress up in your finest attire—it’s not the opera. However, to save you from any drama, then think smart-casual with an emphasis on being comfortable, clean and relaxed.
Candlelight Reviews
Candlelight has been met with countless 5-star reviews since arriving in Melbourne. Guests have said that the evenings are “a creative, enchanting, and new concert experience” and that “the performers were fantastic!”
“I loved this experience! The candlelight set an amazing ambiance and the music was beautifully played.” – Candlelight: Best of Hans Zimmer and More
“Lovely Evening. Best rendition of Waltzing Matilda I have ever heard.. beautiful. The quartet was a breath of fresh air.” – Candlelight: Vivaldi Four Seasons at The Athenaeum Theatre
“Amazing performance and experience! A+ We thank you very much for a memorable evening! Bravo !” – Candlelight Orchestra: Best of Joe Hisaishi and More
“Absolutely magical, so happy I went, I will definitely be booking another one soon.” – Candlelight: Best of Hans Zimmer and More
“Sensational, witty, entertaining and memorable. Truly Professional and Musical Perfection.” – Candlelight: Vivaldi Four Seasons at The Athenaeum Theatre
Give the gift of Candlelight
The Candlelight gift card is the gift of a candlelit, live-music experience. They’re immensely popular and are capable of captivating all thanks to the broad range of genres that Candlelight celebrates. Whether the gift card is for a mate, a date, or for the family, they’ll be sure to find a concert that shines bright and catches their eye now or in the new year.
Candlelight gift card.
Typically, there are two Candlelight concerts every evening, an early and a later session, which gives audiences ample choice and opportunity to experience music by Candlelight the way they would like to. It also gives audiences plenty of time to go out for dinner before or after and make the night more of a memorable experience.
Whether on your own, with a mate, a group of friends, or a special someone, there’s a Candlelight concert to entertain everybody. Take a look below to see what’s coming up and which Candlelight concert will move you this autumn.