Indiana Jones and the Raiders Of The Lost Ark Live In Concert Review | Bridgewater Hall | Manchester
- Frances
- May 31
- 2 min read
Your no-nonsense archaeologist is back at the Bridgewater Hall with a live orchestra to recount the classic tale of a religious relic, a pit of snakes and the Nazis’ plan for world domination.
If you ever needed an incentive to dust of an antique, the 1981 four-time Academy Award-winning classic, teamed with a live rendition of John Williams’ Grammy Award-winning score, makes Indiana Jones in Concert an irresistibly epic experience.
Driven by the brilliant Dr Henry Walton Jones (Harrison Ford), this 1930s adventure follows the professor as he searches for the Lost Ark of the Covenant, whilst being pursued by some unscrupulous characters. With screenwriter Lawrence Kasdan constantly placing Indy in the path of danger, the 007 of archaeology is helped by his daring ex-girlfriend, Marion Ravenwood (Karen Allen), and his loyal friend Sallah (John Rhys-Davies).
Director Steven Spielberg’s Herculean fantasy is given the respect it deserves, projected above the orchestra on a cinema-size screen, ensuring all levels of the Bridgewater Hall audience have a clear view of the film. Indy, named after his creator, George Lucas’s family dog, sets the action in motion, thrusting audiences back into his action-packed world, punctuated by the elegance of the orchestra that synchronises with the score. Giving the world-famous theme a powerful upgrade and cued up to match every comic beat, chase scene and even the end credits, this immersive production is a perfect concert film.
Raiders of the Lost Ark may be the first of its timeless five-film franchise worthy of repeat viewing, but the fusion of live orchestration and a critically acclaimed film makes these concerts must-see events. Adding a twist to the nostalgic movie night, these cosy theatre re-releases are a fantastic way to whip audiences back into live music as they cater to the entire family. Fedoras are optional, but longtime fans and the next generation can be introduced and reacquainted with Jones’s instantly recognisable score delivered by the UK’s finest musicians.
With A Muppets Christmas Carol currently staking its claim at the Bridgewater Hall each Christmas, these shows offer a legacy for not only Indy, but the lasting classics that truly deserve a revival.
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Tickets are available via the BridgewaterHall link