Buddy the Elf is back — bigger, merrier and more magical than ever! Experience the beloved holiday film like never before as a live symphony orchestra performs John Debney’s enchanting score in sync with the movie on the big screen.
 
From director Jon Favreau and starring Will Ferrell, this unforgettable concert blends laughter, holiday spirit, and cinematic magic for a one-of-a-kind experience your friends and family will love.

EPSG:4326

Elf in Concert

Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts

Join your Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra for this magical Halloween romp through Salem. Follow Max, Allison, and Dani as they match wits with the legendary Sanderson sisters. The film stars Bette Midler (Winifred), Sarah Jessica Parker (Sarah) and Kathy Najimy (Mary). Watch this bewitching film on the big screen in the Walt Disney Theater at Dr. Phillips Center as the Orlando Philharmonic performs the score live.

Hocus Pocus Film with Orchestra

Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts

Accidentally brought back to life in Salem on Halloween night, three witches attempt to steal the life essence from the town’s children so they can have eternal life. Dust off your broom — or vacuum! — and zoom down to Allen-Bradley Hall for a night of toil and trouble with the Sanderson Sisters and your MSO as John Debney’s bewitching score is performed live along with the film.

Warner Grand Theater

Get into the Halloween spirit with Disney’s Hocus Pocus™ in Concert! Watch the beloved 1993 film on the big screen while the Louisville Orchestra performs John Debney’s enchanting score live.

Follow the misadventures of the Sanderson sisters—Winifred, Sarah, and Mary—as they’re resurrected in modern-day Salem for a night of chaos, magic, and laughs. Whether it’s your first time or a yearly tradition, experience Hocus Pocus like never before, with a full orchestra bringing the music to life.

Disney’s Hocus Pocus™ In Concert

The Kentucky Center for the Performing Arts

Highlighting songs and clips from the iconic Disney films of the 1980s and 1990s, special guest singers join up with the orchestra for unforgettable favorites from The Little Mermaid, Beauty and the Beast, Aladdin, The Lion King, Mulan, Toy Story, A Bug’s Life, Hocus Pocus, Newsies, A Goofy Movie, and so much more.

Disney in Concert

Deer Valley Snow Park Outdoor Amphitheater

Experience your favorite Christmas film transformed with the music of a live symphony orchestra in Elf™ in Concert! For the first time ever, audiences can rediscover the magic of this holiday classic while a live symphony orchestra performs John Debney’s wonderful score and Santa Claus soars across the big screen in high-definition.

ELF™ in Concert

Jacobs Music Center

### Event Description: Elf in Concert - Vancouver Symphony Orchestra

#### Event Overview:
Experience the magic of the holiday season with the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra's special presentation of "Elf in Concert." This heartwarming event will bring the beloved holiday classic "Elf" to life on a giant screen, accompanied by a live performance of John Debney’s enchanting score.

#### Event Details:
- **Dates and Times:**
  - **December 21, 2023 (Thursday) at 7:00 PM**
  - **December 22, 2023 (Friday) at 7:00 PM**
- **Venue:** Orpheum Theatre, Vancouver
- **Duration:** Approximately 120 minutes, including one intermission

#### Synopsis:
Follow the journey of Buddy, a human raised by Santa’s elves at the North Pole, as he travels to New York City in search of his real father. Dressed in his full elf uniform, Buddy's adventures and misadventures bring joy and laughter, making it a perfect holiday treat for the entire family.

#### Special Features:
- **Live Orchestra Performance:** Enjoy every note of the film’s score performed live by the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra, conducted by Ron Spigelman.
- **Giant Screen Viewing:** Watch the film on a large screen, enhancing the cinematic experience.

#### Community Engagement:
- **Symphony of Giving:** The VSO is collecting personal care items at all December concerts to support Covenant House and youth in the community. Attendees are encouraged to visit the Symphony of Giving display in the lobby to drop off their donations.

#### Tickets:
- **Purchase Tickets:** Available for both dates, tickets can be purchased through the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra's website.

Join us for an unforgettable evening of music, film, and holiday cheer with "Elf in Concert" at the Orpheum Theatre. Celebrate the season with family and friends while supporting a great cause.

Orpheum

Buddy was accidentally transported to the North Pole as a toddler and raised among Santa’s elves. Unable to shake the feeling that he doesn’t fit in, the adult Buddy travels to New York City, in full elf uniform, in search of his real father. This holiday season, rediscover this heartwarming classic as John Debney’s wonderful score is played live by the NY Phil while the film plays on the big screen.

David Geffen Hall

Christmas at the Movies

Ames Center

A regional calendar highlight and Greeley’s favorite holiday tradition, your Greeley Philharmonic Orchestra, Greeley Chorale, and Greeley Children's Chorale again take the stage in the poinsettia-adorned Monfort Concert Hall! Start the evening with the Magic Baton Melody Contest celebrating our winning Greeley-Evans School District 6 middle school student composer. Then, the musicians fill the hall with holiday spirit as they perform classic gems such as “The First Nowell,” “Sleigh Ride,” and Victor Hely-Hutchinson's Carol Symphony. Sure to have you singing all the way home, the concert “wraps” up with the orchestra and choir performing “Angels from the Realms of Glory,” arranged by Mack Wilberg. Come gather with us, experience the last night of the Festival of Trees, and have your photo taken with Santa - all included with your ticket!

Poinsettia Pops

Union Colony Civic Center

### Event Description: Elf in Concert

**Date and Time:**  
7:30 PM, Saturday, December 7, 2024

**Location:**  
TCU Place, Sid Buckwold Theatre  
35 22nd Street East, Saskatoon, SK S7K 0C8  
[Google Maps Directions](https://maps.google.com)

**Event Overview:**  
This holiday season, experience the magic of the beloved holiday classic "Elf" like never before. Join us for "Elf in Concert," where the heartwarming story of Buddy, who was accidentally transported to the North Pole as a toddler and raised among Santa’s elves, will be brought to life on a giant screen. As Buddy embarks on his journey to New York in search of his real father, every note of John Debney’s enchanting score will be performed live by the Saskatoon Symphony Orchestra, creating an unforgettable cinematic concert experience.

**Ticket Information:**  
- Single tickets go on sale starting July 2, 2024.
- Save your seats early to ensure you don't miss this festive event.

**Additional Information:**  
- For more details on the full Season 94 lineup and subscription options, visit our website.
- Support your orchestra by donating today.

**Contact and Support:**  
For box office information, gift certificates, and other inquiries, please visit our [Box Office Information](#) page.

**Upcoming Events:**  
- NYO Horizons Tour: 7:30 PM, Thursday, July 25, 2024
- Enigma: 7:30 PM, Saturday, September 21, 2024
- Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets in Concert: 7:30 PM, Saturday, October 5, 2024
- Controlled Burn: 7:30 PM, Saturday, October 26, 2024

Join us for a night of holiday cheer and musical delight with "Elf in Concert"!

TCU Place

SANTA! I KNOW HIM! Grab a bowl of spaghetti and syrup and run like a cotton-headed ninny-muggins to see the heartwarming holiday classic, Elf, on the big screen. Enjoy the movie while the Philharmonic performs the original score live. Relive the story of Buddy the Elf, who leaves the North Pole in search of his biological father. Along the way, he inspires everyone around him to rediscover the joys of Christmas.

Benjamin & Marian Schuster Performing Arts Center

### Elf In Concert - Fort Wayne Philharmonic

**Date:** November 14, 2024  
**Time:** 7:30 pm - 10:00 pm  
**Location:** Auer Performance Hall at PFW Music Center

**Event Description:**
This holiday season, experience the magic of the beloved film "Elf" like never before with the Fort Wayne Philharmonic's special event, "Elf In Concert." Watch Buddy's heartwarming journey from the North Pole to New York City on a giant screen, while every note of John Debney’s enchanting score is performed live by the orchestra. 

**Ticket Information:**
- Single tickets go on sale starting August 5, 2024.

**Venue:**
Auer Performance Hall at PFW Music Center provides the perfect setting for this festive event, ensuring an immersive and memorable experience for all attendees.

Join us for an evening filled with holiday cheer and musical delight as we bring this classic story to life through a spectacular live concert performance.

Elf In Concert

Purdue University Fort Wayne

Experience the magic of Halloween with "Disney’s Hocus Pocus in Concert" presented by the Quad City Symphony Orchestra (QCSO). This enchanting evening is set to take place on October 26th at 7:30 pm CDT, promising a night filled with humor, suspense, and timeless adventure. The event will be held at the Adler Theatre, located at 136 E 3rd St, Davenport, IA, 52801.

This unique live-to-film concert event brings the beloved classic "Hocus Pocus" to life in high definition on the big screen, while the QCSO, under the baton of conductor Hisham Bravo Groover, performs John Debney’s captivating score live. It’s a perfect opportunity to relive the story of the Sanderson Sisters, resurrected on Halloween night, as they embark on their comedic quest for eternal youth, all set to the backdrop of Salem’s eerie enchantment.

Before the concert, attendees are invited to join in the Halloween festivities from 5:30-7:30 pm in the hallway connecting the RiverCenter to the Adler Theatre. This pre-show event will feature family-friendly treats and activities, making it a perfect evening out for both young and old fans of the Halloween season.

Tickets for "Disney’s Hocus Pocus in Concert" are currently available as part of a Subscription Only, with single tickets going on sale May 15, 2024, at 9:00 am. Subscribers have the added benefit of saving 10% and securing their favorite seats from year to year with a Pops or QCSO at the Movies Subscription.

Don’t miss this bewitching live-to-film concert event that promises to be a highlight of the Halloween season. Plan your visit to the Adler Theatre for an unforgettable night of music, magic, and the timeless charm of "Hocus Pocus."

Disney’s Hocus Pocus in Concert

Adler Theatre

Join us for an afternoon of cinema's best! Maestro Parnther leads the SBSO on some of his favorite film and television music, including some of the scores he has personally led on the session stages of Hollywood! As always, don't forget to bring your light sabers as we celebrate the music of Star Wars! And to make the concert extra special, we invite everyone to dress in costume... especially the kids as there will be some very festive post-concert trick-or-treating!

Movies with the Maestro

Historic California Theatre for the Performing Arts

Join your Kansas City Symphony for this magical Halloween romp through Salem. Follow Max, Allison, and Dani as they match wits with the legendary Sanderson sisters. The film stars Bette Midler (Winifred), Sarah Jessica Parker (Sarah) and Kathy Najimy (Mary). Watch this bewitching film on the big screen in Helzberg Hall as the KC Symphony performs the score live. Rated PG.

Disney's Hocus Pocus in Concert

Buddy was accidentally transported to the North Pole as a toddler and raised to adulthood among Santa’s elves. Unable to shake the feeling that he doesn’t fit in, the adult Buddy travels to New York, in full elf uniform, in search of his real father. This holiday season relive this heartwarming holiday classic on a giant screen as every note of John Debney’s wonderful score is played live to picture in: ELF in Concert!

ELF in Concert

Seattle Center

Join The Grand Theater for a screening of Hocus Pocus, the beloved Halloween classic!

Part of the Community Engagement Series: Tickets are $10 each, general admission. Popcorn and drinks will be available to purchase, and costumes are encouraged! We hope to see you for this night of family-friendly Halloween fun.

Hocus Pocus Film

Grand Theater

Accidentally brought back to life in Salem on Halloween night, three witches, known as the Sanderson sisters, attempt to steal the life essence from the town’s children so they can have eternal life – it’s Hocus Pocus!

Hocus Pocus in Concert

Shermerhorn Symphony Center

Buddy was accidentally transported to the North Pole as a toddler, and raised among Santa's elves. This holiday season Buddy travels to New York – with the BSO! Experience John Debney's wonderful score as the full film plays on the big screen.

Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall

The Music Center at Strathmore

Buddy was accidentally transported to the North Pole as a toddler and raised to adulthood among Santa’s elves. Unable to shake the feeling that he doesn’t fit in, the adult Buddy travels to New York, in full elf uniform, in search of his real father. This holiday season, relive this heartwarming holiday classic on a giant screen as every note of John Debney’s wonderful score is played live to picture in: Elf in Concert!

New Jersey Performing Arts Center

Buddy was accidentally transported to the North Pole as a toddler and raised to adulthood among Santa’s elves. Unable to shake the feeling that he doesn’t fit in, the adult Buddy travels to New York, in full elf uniform, in search of his real father. 

Hult Center for the Performing Arts

Buddy was accidentally transported to the North Pole as a toddler and raised to adulthood among Santa’s elves. Unable to shake the feeling that he doesn’t fit in, the adult Buddy travels to New York, in full elf uniform, in search of his real father. This holiday season, relive this heartwarming holiday classic on a giant screen as every note of John Debney’s wonderful score is played live to picture in: Elf in Concert!  Buddy was accidentally transported to the North Pole as a toddler and raised to adulthood among Santa’s elves. Unable to shake the feeling that he doesn’t fit in, the adult Buddy travels to New York, in full elf uniform, in search of his real father. This holiday season, relive this heartwarming holiday classic on a giant screen as every note of John Debney’s wonderful score is played live to picture in: Elf in Concert!

Jones Hall

This year, TSO goes Hollywood for the Holidays! Join the orchestra and soprano Amy Owens for a magical concert featuring music from beloved holiday films, including White Christmas, Home Alone, It’s a Wonderful Life, Elf, and more. Experience the nostalgia, joy, and warmth of the season through these timeless melodies-don’t miss this unforgettable concert!

John Debney

Events

Upcoming events

5 - 7 Dec, 2025

Elf In Concert · Baltimore Symphony Orchestra

6 - 7 Dec, 2025

Elf in Concert · New Jersey Symphony

Dec 7, 2025

Elf in Concert · Eugene Symphony

19 - 21 Dec, 2025

Elf In Concert · Houston Symphony

Dec 20, 2025

Hollywood for the Holidays! · Tallahassee Symphony Orchestra

Past events

28 - 30 Nov, 2025

Elf in Concert · Kansas City Symphony

Nov 1, 2025

Hocus Pocus Film with Orchestra · Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra

About

John Debney hasn't added a bio