Attention Luke Skywalker, Princess Leia, Han Solo….and that heavy breather in the flowing black robe and big helmet –
This song’s for for you.
And by song, I actually mean concert.
“Star Wars: In Concert” is a unique multimedia event that combines composer John Williams’ unforgettable music, performed by a live symphony orchestra and chorus, with specially edited footage from all six Star Wars films.
Photo Credit: Miguel Vasconcellos, Orange County Register
Accompanying the concert will be an exhibit of costumes, props, production artwork and behind-the-scenes videos from the Lucasfilm Archives at George Lucas’ Skywalker Ranch. Many items have been stored for as long as 30 years, unseen until they were last in front of a camera — until now.
Photo Credit: Miguel Vasconcellos, Orange County Register
The event, which began its national tour October 1 in Anaheim, California, will visit Nationwide Arena tonight! The concert begins at 7:30 pm.
As a gal who is not too ashamed to admit she has pretended to be Princess Leia Organa fighting off Imperial Storm Troopers and Jabba the Hut (and that was just last week!) –
I am thrilled to say that I will not only be in attendance at the concert tonight….I will be filming the exhibits and conducting audience interviews on behalf of Greatest City of All and my movie site, FlickChick.TV.
Seriously…..I’m happier than a Wookiee with a cookie. Just sayin’.
According to the event website:
Through each musical piece, audiences will experience the key themes, characters and story elements of the epic Star Wars saga from a new perspective. Taking a truly remarkable excursion into the heart of a galaxy far, far away.
A true multi-media experience, “Star Wars: In Concert” features a giant, specially constructed LED screen — one of the largest screens ever taken on tour — onto which the newly edited film sequences will be projected and synchronized to a live performance of music from John Williams’ thrilling scores.
I was excited to learn that Anthony Daniels, the actor who portrays C-3PO in all six films, will introduce each segment of the the two-hour show, guiding audiences through the Star Wars story in a fresh and exciting way.
This entirely new way to experience the epic Star Wars story is sure to enthrall film fans, music fans and Star Wars fans of ALL ages.
Yep, that means YOU Luke….and that wacky father of yours too!
Tickets, $35 to $75 are still available and can be purchased at Ticketmaster outlets (1-800-745-3000, www.ticketmaster.com) or at the Nationwide Arena box office.
For more information about this truly one-of-a-kind event, visit www.StarWarsInConcert.com.
Make sure to check back here later in the week for a full report AND video from this exciting event.
And now, you know I have to say it….
“May the force be with you!”
