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“Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back” Film w/ Live Orchestra (May 2-4)

Thursday, May 2, 2024 - 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm | Cost: $89
Davies Symphony Hall | 201 Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CA 94102

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“Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back” Film w/ Live Orchestra (May 2-4)

Lights, Camera, Music!: Watch favorite films on the big screen at Davies Symphony Hall as the scores are performed live by the SF Symphony.

Experience the magic of this intergalactic epic like never before as the SF Symphony performs John Williams’ Oscar-winning score live to the film on the big screen.

Films with Live Orchestra

Thursday, 2/8 & Friday, 2/9 Casino Royale Daniel Craig stars as the legendary secret agent 007. Experience the SF Symphony performing the sensuous score of this spy thriller as the action unfolds on the big screen. (7:30p)

Saturday, 2/10 – Bugs Bunny at the SymphonyWatch the Looney Tunes gang in hilarious and unforgettable scenes on the big screen as the SF Symphony performs the reimagined classics of Rossini, Wagner, and more. (2:00pm)

Thursday, 4/11, Friday 4/12 & Saturday 4/13 – The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the RingA Hobbit and companions set out on a journey to destroy the powerful One Ring and save Middle-earth. Hear the Oscar-wining score like never before as the Symphony performs this fantastical adventure live-to-picture. (7:30p + 2p performances)

Wednesday, 5/1 – The Wizard of OzThe SF Symphony delivers a sweeping orchestral backing to the beloved story of young farm girl Dorothy as she follows the Yellow Brick Road to Oz and faces the Wicked Witch of the West. (7:30p)

Thursday, 5/2, Friday 5/3 & Saturday 5/4 – Star Wars: The Empire Strikes BackExperience the magic of this intergalactic epic like never before as the SF Symphony performs John Williams’ Oscar-winning score live to the film on the big screen. (7:30p)

Wednesday, 5/22 & Thursday 5/23 – GladiatorRelive this five-time Academy Award-winning epic on the big screen while the Symphony and Chorus performs Hans Zimmer and Lisa Gerrard’s iconic score. (7:30p)

Friday, 5/24 & Saturday 5/25 – EncantoWatch the magical tale of an extraordinary family in the town of Encanto, featuring all-new songs by Emmy-, Grammy-, and Tony Award-winner Lin-Manuel Miranda. (7:30p + 2p performances)

Disclaimer: Please double check event information with the event organizer as events can be canceled, details can change after they are added to our calendar, and errors do occur.


Cost: $89
Categories: *Top Pick*, Geek Event, In Person, Live Music, Movies, Sponsored, Theater & Performance
Address: 201 Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CA 94102

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