Video Games Live - concert

[OddBoots]

I had no idea this existed until yesterday, I wondered is anyone else was a gamer or had gaming teens/preteens/partners who would enjoy seeing the music of the games performed by an orchestra and choir. It is in O2 Manchester Sat 1st Nov and Hammersmith London Sun 2nd Nov. I can't wait (and neither can my DC and DH)

From the official website:
"Video Games Live is an immersive concert event featuring music from the greatest video games of all time. Created and produced by industry veterans and world famous video game composers Tommy Tallarico and Jack Wall; top orchestras and choirs around the world perform along with exclusive video footage and music arrangements, synchronized lighting, solo performers, electronic percussion, live action and unique interactive segments to create an explosive one-of-a-kind entertainment experience.

The best way to describe Video Games Live? Picture the excitement and energy of a rock concert mixed with the power and emotion of a symphony orchestra combined together by the technology, interactivity, stunning visuals and fun that only video games can provide. Completely synchronized cutting-edge video screen visuals, state-of-the-art lighting and special on-stage interactive segments dazzle audiences of all ages – gamers and non-gamers alike.

Special events surround the show, including a pre- and post-show festival. Guests will enjoy interactive game demos, prizes, a costume contest, game competitions and the very popular meet-and-greet with top game composers and designers."

[BreakingDad77]

This soudns really interesting (been playing games since the late 80's!) They still not really mainstream but we getting there!

[OddBoots]

Sky Arts broadcast one from 2010 the other day and I recorded it by chance and when I watched it we were transfixed, I loved Mario and Mega Man and Civilization IV was amazing. There is a list of pieces they have done on their wiki entry and they are taking requests for the new shows.

I'm rather over excited by the concept of this, you can probably tell! :)

[ChestersMill]

I had no idea this existed either. I would really like to go but too short notice for me. Hopefully they will do another next year.
Thanks for the info.

[OddBoots]

I sadly doubt there will be one next year but hopefully they will be back in a few years. I'm hoping they record it for a DVD too.

[OddBoots]

I was wrong about next year - they've just announced that there will be 2 more concerts next year - 26/03/15 in Birmingham and 27/03/15 in Glasgow

FB link to poster