For several years now, we've been seeing the development of show formats combining music and cinema. And these formats are becoming increasingly numerous and diverse.
Leading the way are ciné-concerts, concerts, symphonic or otherwise, in which the music of films (one film in particular or several films united by the same theme) is played by an orchestra while the images of the film scroll past, in perfect synchronicity, on the big screen. Concerts can focus on a single film, a theme, a composer, a saga, an actor or a director. The concept is as varied as you like.
Another format that combines music and cinema is film music concerts. Here, only the music is present, not the images. These concerts sometimes pay tribute to a composer, a work or, on rare occasions, are given by the composer himself. Hans Zimmer is a regular here.
"Lumière!": A screening-show by Thierry Frémaux at the Grand Rex in Paris
Sponsored - This year, cinema celebrates its 130th anniversary! To conclude this anniversary in style, the Institut Lumière and Les Visiteurs du Soir are offering a unique evening show on Friday, December 12, at the Grand Rex, orchestrated by Thierry Frémaux, director of the Institut Lumière, with guests, surprises, and never-before-seen footage! Join us for a journey around the world at the beginning of the century that saw the birth of cinema, with the first films in history for a unique date in France! (booking link in the article). [Read more]
KPop Demon Hunters: a piano concert of music from the animated film in Paris
Rediscover the emotions felt while watching the animated KPop film Demon Hunters at an exceptional concert featuring the original music played on piano, on September 23 and December 17, 2025. [Read more]
Disney en Concert: Around the World: a magical cine-concert at the Zenith in Paris
The magic of Disney comes to life on stage with Disney en Concert: Autour du Monde at Zenith de Paris on December 12 and 13, 2025. This grandiose show takes us on a journey through Disney's most emblematic universes, combining symphony orchestra, singers, dancers and high-definition projections of cult films. [Read more]
Once upon a time... Morricone and Rota: a musical tribute to two cinema legends
On January 9 and 10, 2026, an immersive symphony concert celebrates the works of Ennio Morricone and Nino Rota at Salle Pleyel. [Read more]
The most beautiful music from Miyazaki's films in concert at the Folies Bergère in Paris in 2026.
A series of concerts featuring the most beautiful music from Miyazaki's films awaits us at the Théâtre des Folies Bergère in Paris on January 13 and March 24, 2026. The soundtracks of cult classics such as "Princess Mononoke," "My Neighbor Totoro," "The Wind Rises," "Howl's Moving Castle," and "Kiki's Delivery Service" will be featured! [Read more]
Whiplash ciné-concert in Paris: Chazelle's masterpiece live at the Palais des Congrès
Whiplash returns to Paris as a ciné-concert on January 17, 2026 at the Palais des Congrès. Experience the intensity of Damien Chazelle's film with a live big band! [Read more]
Love Actually in concert at the Salle Pleyel in Paris, January 2026 - dates and reservations
Love Actually, Richard Curtis's cult romantic comedy starring Hugh Grant, Keira Knightley and the rest, comes to Paris in a brand-new ciné-concert on January 18, 2026 at Salle Pleyel. Projected in HD with live orchestra and choir, the film brings back to life the London romances that have become cult favorites, for an early Christmas. [Read more]
Manga Mega Show: the symphony concert at the Palais des Congrès in Paris
The Manga Mega Show, a symphonic show dedicated to the cult themes of Japanese animation, arrives at the Palais des Congrès in Paris on February 6, 2026. With Bernard Minet, Noam and a 60-strong orchestra, you'll be transported back to the world of Goldorak and Dragon Ball. For all those nostalgic for Récrée A2 and Club Dorothée, it's time to wake up! [Read more]
Joe Hisaishi's music in symphonic concert at the Grand Rex in February 2026
On February 12 and 13, 2026, the Grand Rex hosts a magical symphony concert featuring the music of Joe Hisaishi and Studio Ghibli, with over 100 musicians. [Read more]
Marvel Infinity Saga: superheroes in concert at the Zenith in Paris in February 2026
The Marvel Infinity Saga cine-concert returns to Paris on February 28, 2026 at the Zénith Paris - La Villette for a unique immersive experience with live orchestra alongside your favorite superheroes! [Read more]
The Lord of the Rings in concert at the Adidas Arena in March 2026
The Fellowship of the Ring arrives at the Adidas Arena on March 7 and 8, 2026 for a unique immersive experience, complete with live orchestra and the most epic battles from The Lord of the Rings. [Read more]
Pirates of the Caribbean ciné-concert at Grand Rex in Paris
The Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl cine-concert lands at Grand Rex on March 13 and 14, 2026, with live orchestra and choir! [Read more]
Hans Zimmer in concert at the Accor Arena in Paris in June 2023
The famous German composer Hans Zimmer announces his return to Paris with three exceptional shows! Meet him on Friday 23, Saturday 24 and Sunday 25 June 2023 at the Accor Arena to experience this musical event live. [Read more]
Danse avec les loups in ciné-concert at the Palais des Congrès in Paris
Kevin Costner's masterpiece in concert in Paris on March 28, 2026: a cult film and a live orchestra at the Palais des Congrès. [Read more]
The Count of Monte Cristo in cine-concert at the Palais des Congrès - tickets now on sale
A true French success, The Count of Monte Cristo is now available as a musical and now as a ciné-concert, on Saturday, April 11, 2026 at the Palais des Congrès, to relive this eventful film with a symphony orchestra! [Read more]
Bugs Bunny at the Symphony: the ciné-concert event at the Grand Rex in May 2026
Relive Looney Tunes with a live symphony orchestra! Bugs Bunny at the Symphony arrives at Grand Rex Paris on May 8 and 9, 2026 for a unique show. [Read more]
Steven Spielberg: immersive symphonic concert in tribute to the director at Grand Rex- reservations
To celebrate Steven Spielberg's 80th birthday, Le Grand Rex pays tribute to the director with an immersive symphonic concert that promises to awaken your fondest movie memories, on Saturday, October 3, 2026! Featuring cult music, cosplays and exhibitions, this exceptional evening will plunge you into the heart of the masterpieces of the 7th art. Reservations are now open! [Read more]
Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone: film concert at the Grand Rex
Relive "Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone" in a film concert at the Grand Rex from November 5 to 8, 2026, with the Yellow Socks Orchestra performing John Williams' music live. [Read more]
For those who like to give their voices, another genre, a cross between music and cinema, continues to develop: ciné karaoké, during which the audience sings at the top of their lungs the songs from the film's original soundtrack, usually a musical film.
