(Updated 10/08/2024)
It's not always easy to get out to see your favorite artist or band perform. In fact, it's pretty difficult these days! Tickets are expensive, fees are high, and that's if you can even get them at all before resellers and scalpers game the online waiting room systems.
Here's how you can watch some big concerts in movie theaters.
Concerts Coming to Movie Theatres Soon
We've got this concert event on the calendar right now, and will have more soon!
Taeyong: Ty Track in Cinemas
South Korean singer Taeyong performs a solo concert at Seoul's Olympic Hall. Includes behind-the-scenes footage and a deep dive into his musical career. [October 16]
Tom Petty: Heartbreakers Beach Party
In 2024, the long-thought lost 16mm reels of Tom Petty in Cameron Crowe’s first film, “Heartbreakers Beach Party”, were finally found. The classic ‘80s documentary captures Tom Petty and the band in 1982-1983 as they finish, promote, and tour around the “Long After Dark” album (their final with legendary producer Jimmy Iovine). After its initial airing on MTV in 1983, the film was deemed too experimental and abruptly pulled from the air. In more than 40 years since, it has become folklore to fans, musicians and within the entertainment industry - even credited with inspiring scenes in Spinal Tap. The highly anticipated & fully remastered “Heartbreakers Beach Party” is a fun, candid, fast paced, & musically rich ride with America’s greatest rock & roll band, a time capsule of the dawn of the MTV era, and a rare & shining glimpse into Tom Petty’s lasting creative genius. This exclusive theatrical release features 19 minutes of fully remastered, never before seen, archival bonus footage and new commentary from director Cameron Crowe. [October 17]
Whitney Houston - The Concert for A New South Africa (Durban)
In 1994, Whitney Houston took the stage in Durban, South Africa, making her the first major Western musician to visit the newly unified, post-apartheid nation following President Nelson Mandela’s winning election. This performance was more than a concert; it was a celebration of freedom, hope, and unity. Whitney’s powerhouse voice and emotional delivery brought joy and inspiration to a country newly liberated. Now, 30 years after the historic visit, The Concert for a New South Africa (Durban) comes to the big screen for the first time. Digitally remastered in 4K and featuring newly-enhanced audio, the film captures every note, every cheer, every tear, immortalizing a night that transcended music and became a beacon of change and celebration. [October 23]
Tears For Fears Live (A Tipping Point Film)
Tears For Fears Live (A Tipping Point Film) was captured during The Tipping Point Tour Part 2 in 2023 and features Tears For Fears hits including “Everybody Wants To Rule The World,” “Shout” and “Sowing The Seeds Of Love”, “Mad World”, “Head Over Heels”, etc. — along with new fan favorites from The Tipping Point —their first album in 17 years. The concert was filmed near Nashville at the FirstBank Amphitheater at Graystone Quarry in Franklin, TN - formerly a stone quarry that left no stone unturned in beauty, providing a stunning backdrop for this brilliant and unforgettable trip down memory lane, spanning Tears For Fears entire career. A bucket list must for fans; Curt and Roland, the original founding members, along with their extraordinary band, transcend time and generations in this must-see concert film. [October 24]
Brandon Lake & Phil Wickham Present: For the One
FOR THE ONE is a triumph of music, worship, and community. Enjoy the passion and faith of Brandon Lake and Phil Wickham as they weave their music and vision into an unforgettable cinematic event. FOR THE ONE is a life-changing evening full of real stories, family, gratitude, dreams and remembering the ONE behind it all. Added value includes a special introduction from Brandon Lake & Phil Wickham. [October 27]
Sabaton – The Tour To End All Tours
Experience the explosive power of Sabaton's legendary stage show in Sabaton - The Tour To End All Tours. Filmed during their European Tour at the iconic Ziggo Dome Venue in 2023, this electrifying concert film captures the essence of Sabaton's monumental stage presence and showcases the band’s ability to tell historical tales through heavy metal. With sold-out arenas, quadruple-platinum sales, and a legion of loyal fans spanning the globe, Sabaton brings their bombastic live experience to the big screen this fall. From the heart-pounding energy to the immersive stage design featuring military props and historical themes, every moment is a testament to the band's unparalleled showmanship. Join Sabaton and their devoted fans as they create an unforgettable live experience complete with spectacular pyrotechnics, captivating visuals, and their iconic sound. Sabaton - The Tour To End All Tours is a celebration of music, camaraderie, and the unbreakable bond between Sabaton and their fans. This is the Ultimate Heavy Metal Experience: Celebrating the largest tour Sabaton has ever embarked on. [October 30]
Andrea Bocelli 30: The Celebration
A breathtaking natural amphitheater in Tuscany, Italy, bursts to life with enchanting melodies as world-renowned Italian tenor Andrea Bocelli honors his 30th anniversary with a three-day concert event in his hometown. Journey to the Teatro del Silenzio (Theater of Silence), Lajatico, where once-in-a-lifetime performances showcase the Maestro’s extensive and beloved repertoire, alongside captivating duets with an unprecedented cast of global superstars, including Ed Sheeran, Shania Twain, Will Smith, Jon Batiste, Sofia Carson, Lang Lang, Nadine Sierra and more. With extraordinary staging, production, and visuals, set against a landscape of unparalleled beauty amongst the Tuscan hills, Andrea Bocelli’s sensational career comes to life in a truly unforgettable experience. [November 8]
AXCN: BABYMETAL Legend - 43 The Movie
Anime Expo Cinema Nights Presents a special concert film of the band BABYMETAL with their worldwide tour Legend-43. In April 2023, SU-METAL (Vocal, Dance), MOAMETAL (Scream, Dance), and MOMOMETAL (Scream, Dance) entered a new stage as the newly born BABYMETAL. Since then, they have embarked on their largest world tour, "BABYMETAL WORLD TOUR 2023 - 2024," which took them to 25 countries, including Japan. The headline tour, excluding festivals and guest acts, drew a cumulative audience of more than 280,000 people for a total of 98 performances. The final chapter of the world tour, the first Okinawa performance "TOUR FINAL IN JAPAN LEGEND - 43", has been fully filmed. The film is BABYMETAL's first live film that allows viewers to experience all of the diverse music, unique worldview, production that only a tour final can offer, and the overwhelming performance of BABYMETAL, which has evolved even further during their world tour. [December 11]
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All images courtesy of Trafalgar.