London Concertante: Christmas at the Movies
Audiences enjoy a live candlelit concert celebrating classic and contemporary festive cinema soundtracks. The programme includes music from holiday favourites such as Home Alone, The Polar Express, Elf, Love Actually, White Christmas, and It’s a Wonderful Life. Seating is arranged in designated bands within the cathedral.
What to Expect
Beloved holiday movie soundtracks performed live by candlelight.
Event Details
Duration
The listed performance runs from 7:30pm to 10:00pm.
Food & Drink
A bar is available; VIP tickets include a complimentary drink.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Film-music fans and couples seeking a festive concert
Vibe
Festive and nostalgic
Energy Level
Low
Photo Friendly
Moderate
Weather Sensitivity
None
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: VIP £63.85; Band A £44.86; Band B £36.41; Band C (restricted view) £25.00. – Get tickets
- Hours: 7:30pm–10:00pm.
- Accessibility: Portsmouth Cathedral features step-free access, wheelchair accessible spaces, accessible toilet facilities, an induction loop, and welcomes assistance dogs.
- Pets: Assistance dogs are welcome.
Tips & Advice
- Arrive before the concert to choose a seat within your ticket band, since seating is unreserved and allocated first come, first served.
- Bring a card or another non-cash payment method for event purchases and the bar, because the cathedral is cash-free for these payments.
- If you have a VIP ticket, collect your chosen complimentary CD from the CD desk on the concert night.
- For accessible tickets or access questions, email info@candlelightconcerts.co.uk before attending to discuss arrangements.
- Remember that babes in arms and children under seven are not admitted to classical concerts unless the event page specifies otherwise.
Special Events & Promotions
- VIP tickets include reserved seating in the front two rows, a complimentary bar drink and a CD to collect at the concert.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there an age restriction for the concert?
The Cathedral’s general guidance says children under seven cannot attend classical music concerts unless an event specifies otherwise; this event gives no separate age recommendation.
How are seats allocated?
Seating is unreserved within each ticket band and allocated first come, first served.
What does a VIP ticket include?
VIP tickets include reserved seating in the front two rows of the nave, a complimentary drink from the bar and a CD to collect at the concert.
Is food or drink available?
The venue has a bar. The Cathedral is generally cash-free for event and bar payments.
Is the venue accessible, and can assistance dogs attend?
The Cathedral has step-free access, wheelchair-accessible spaces, accessible toilets and an induction loop. Assistance dogs are welcome.
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