Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone: film concert at the Grand Rex

The first installment of the cult saga returns to the Parisian stage in 2026 with the Harry Potter at the School of Witchcraft and Wizardry film concert, presented at the Grand Rex. This event combines high-definition projection with live musical performance by the Yellow Socks Orchestra. The event is part of the Harry Potter Film Concert Series, initiated by CineConcerts and Warner Bros. and broadcast worldwide since 2016.

During the screening, more than eighty musicians perform John Williams' iconic score live in perfect synchronization with the images of the film, projected in the original language with French subtitles. This format allows audiences to rediscover the world of Hogwarts through an immersive experience combining live music and cinematic narration. The audience will relive the young wizard's beginnings, from his first day at the school of magic to the Quidditch scenes and the confrontations that mark the story.

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The Yellow Socks Orchestra, founded in 2017 and specializing in film music, will perform this program. The ensemble regularly participates in film concerts in France, including Jurassic Park, E.T., La La Land, and The Lord of the Rings. Its musical direction is entrusted to Nicolas Simon, who conducts the orchestra on projects bringing together the great compositions of John Williams and Hans Zimmer.

The production of this film concert is provided by CineConcerts, the organization behind numerous musical and immersive formats, in collaboration with Warner Bros. Discovery Global Experiences. Since the series was created, more than 2.1 million spectators have attended performances in over forty countries, confirming the appeal of these events, which are suitable for families and fans of film music.

With this new edition, the capital is hosting a cultural event that showcases orchestral work based on a soundtrack that has become iconic. The film concert will be presented at the Grand Rex four times, offering a collective experience that combines the pleasure of film with the discovery of live symphonic music. The show can be seen at the Grand Rex until November 8, 2026.

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