The beloved classic The Princess Bride—a timeless story of love, adventure, and humour—unfolds on the big screen while Mark Knopfler’s whimsical score is performed live. Bring your special someone(s) for Valentine’s weekend!

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The Princess Bride in Concert

David Pecaut Square

Fencing, fighting, torture, revenge, giants, monsters, chases, escapes, true love, miracles… Experience one of the most beloved films of all time as never before… with the power of the Virginia Symphony Orchestra performing the entire musical score live-to-picture!

The Princess Bride in Concert: Film with Orchestra

Chrysler Hall Norfolk

“As you wish…” Fencing, fighting, torture, revenge, giants, monsters, chases, escapes, true love, miracles...Experience one of the most beloved films of all time as never before…with the power of the Minnesota Orchestra performing the entire musical score live-to-picture!

Orchestra Hall

The fairy tale adventure of pirates, princesses, revenge, and true love is projected on screen while the BPO performs the score live in this special afternoon matinee. To miss it would be “inconceivable!”

The Princess Bride in Concert | Film with Live Orchestra

Kleinhans Music Hall

Fencing, fighting, torture, revenge, giants, monsters, chases, escapes, true love, miracles... Experience this all-time favorite as never before, with the Reno Phil performing composer Mark Knopfler’s unforgettable score in special, new arrangements for symphony orchestra! Directed by Rob Reiner, The Princess Bride features the all-star cast you know and love including Wallace Shwan, Cary Elwes, Mandy Patinkin, Billy Crystal, Carol Kane, Fred Savage, and Andre the Giant. Missing this cinematic concert experience would be inconceivable!

The Princess Bride In Concert w/ The Reno Phil

Grand Sierra Resort and Casino

Join Cary Elwes (Westley) for a behind-the-scenes look at life on and off the set of the classic film, The Princess Bride.

The Princess Bride: An Inconceivable Evening with Cary Elwes

Tennessee Performing Arts Center

Livermore Performing Arts Center

Experience the timeless magic of "The Princess Bride" like never before with a unique cinematic concert event. The Nashville Symphony, under the baton of conductor Gonzalo Farias, brings to life composer Mark Knopfler’s unforgettable score in special, new arrangements for symphony orchestra. Directed by Rob Reiner, this beloved film features an all-star cast including Wallace Shawn, Mandy Patinkin, Billy Crystal, Carol Kane, Fred Savage, and Andre the Giant. The story, filled with fencing, fighting, torture, revenge, giants, monsters, chases, escapes, true love, and miracles, is enhanced by the symphony's live performance, creating an immersive experience that blends the magic of cinema with the power of live orchestral music. Rated PG, this event promises to captivate audiences with its enchanting blend of adventure and romance, all set to the evocative and memorable music that has made "The Princess Bride" a cherished classic.

Nashville Symphony Schermerhorn Symphony Center

Fencing, fighting, torture, revenge, giants, monsters, chases, escapes, true love, miracles… Experience one of the most beloved films of all time as never before… with the power of a full symphony orchestra performing the entire musical score live-to-picture!

The Bushnell

One of the UK’s premier live concert experiences, The Story of Guitar Heroes has garnered critical acclaim both at home and abroad for its incredible homage to some of the most influential and iconic guitarists from the past 50 years of popular music.

The Story of Guitar Heroes

The Plaza

Fencing, fighting, torture, revenge, giants, monsters, chases, escapes, true love, miracles… Experience one of the most beloved films of all time as never before… with the power of the BSO performing the entire musical score live-to-picture!

The Music Center at Strathmore

Featuring an anthology of the most iconic guitar hits from Jimmy Page, Hank Marvin, Chuck Berry, Jimi Hendrix, Brian May, Eric Clapton, Mark Knopfler, David Gilmour, Tony Iommi, Van Halen, Slash and many more.

The Story of Guitar Heroes 2024

Swan Shopping Centre

Dire Streets bring to life the classic songs of one of the world’s greatest guitar bands with a level of musicianship and attention to detail, making them the stand out Dire Straits tribute in the UK.

Dire Streets

Buxton Opera House

Join the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra for a magical evening as they present "The Princess Bride in Concert" at the Atlanta Symphony Hall on September 13th and 14th, 2024. This unique cinematic concert experience brings to life the enchanting story of "The Princess Bride" like never before, with the film's complete screening accompanied by its iconic musical score performed live by the orchestra. Under the baton of conductor Nicholas Buc, immerse yourself in the adventures of Buttercup and Westley, filled with fencing, fighting, chases, escapes, and of course, true love and miracles. Don't miss this unforgettable blend of film and music, where every note brings the magic of this beloved tale directly to your senses. Doors open at 6:30 PM, with performances starting at 7:30 PM on both nights. Tickets are on sale now, ensuring fans of all ages can experience the wonder and excitement of this classic story in a whole new way.

Atlanta Symphony Hall

BandHouse Gigs brings together 40 of DC’s finest musicians and singers to pay tribute to Mark Knopfler. The evening celebrates Knopfler’s work with groundbreaking band Dire Straits and their hits “Sultans of Swing,” “Romeo and Juliet,” “Money For Nothing,” and more. Songs from Knopfler’s remarkable solo career are also featured, including collaborations with Emmylou Harris and Chet Atkins, and his renowned movie scores for films like Local Hero and The Princess Bride.

Tribute to Mark Knopfler and Dire Straits

The Barns At Wolf Trap

What a fun-filled experience both the matinee and evening performances of 'Princess Bride in Concert' was.

Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre

Fencing, fighting, torture, revenge, giants, monsters, chases, escapes, true love, miracles… Experience one of the most beloved films of all time as never before… with the power of The Phoenix Symphony performing the entire musical score live-to-picture!

Directed by Rob Reiner, The Princess Bride features an all-star cast including Robin Wright, Cary Elwes, Wallace Shawn, Mandy Patinkin, Chris Sarandon, Billy Crystal, Carol Kane, Christopher Guest, Fred Savage and André the Giant.

The Princess Bride in Concert Live to Film

Orpheum Theatre

Swashbuckling, revenge, giants, monsters, chases, escapes, true love, miracles... Experience one of the most loved films of all time, with the power of the Sydney Symphony Orchestra

The Princess Bride In Concert

Sydney Opera House

Experience the story you know and love with “fencing, fighting, torture, revenge, giants, monsters, chases, escapes, true love, miracles…” before Buttercup and Wesley get their happily ever after. The adventure begins at Maurice Abravanel Hall—a special showing of The Princess Bride projected on the big screen as the Utah Symphony performs Mark Knopfler’s fantastical score in perfect sync. Missing this movie night with the symphony?! Inconceivable!

Mark Knopfler

Events

Upcoming events

12 - 13 Feb, 2027

The Princess Bride in Concert · Utah Symphony

Past events

13 - 14 Feb, 2026

The Princess Bride in Concert · Toronto Symphony Orchestra

Feb 13, 2026

The Princess Bride in Concert: Film with Orchestra · Virginia Symphony Orchestra

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