
Experience Amadeus like never before, as the Orchestra of Opera North brings Miloš Forman's celebrated film to life through a remarkable live musical performance. This special screening transforms the cinema experience, with the orchestra performing Mozart's exquisite musical score live in the pit, precisely synchronised with the film's every moment.
Winner of eight Academy Awards and among the most popular classical music recordings of all time, Amadeus tells the compelling story of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and his rival Antonio Salieri. The film explores a profound musical and personal drama, revealing Salieri's consuming envy of Mozart's extraordinary musical genius. Despite his resentment, Salieri finds himself unable to escape the sheer brilliance of Mozart's compositions, creating a complex psychological portrait of artistic passion.
The live orchestral performance adds an unprecedented dimension to the film, allowing audiences to hear Mozart's music with unprecedented clarity and emotional depth. As the film unfolds on screen, the Orchestra of Opera North will deliver the entire soundtrack live, bringing an electrifying immediacy to every musical moment. This isn't merely a film screening – it's a unique concert experience that brings together the power of live music and cinematic storytelling.
With its spectacular costume design, intricate storytelling, and Mozart's sublime musical compositions, Amadeus remains a truly unforgettable exploration of musical genius, artistic rivalry, and the transformative power of music.
To find out more or book tickets visit the Opera North site.
Leeds Grand Theatre
46 New Briggate
Leeds
LS1 6NU
United Kingdom