Event
Metropolis: Sounds of Cinema
- Date: Friday, 21 August 2026, 7:30pm
- Venue: Hamer Hall — Arts Centre Melbourne, 100 St Kilda Rd, Southbank, VIC
- Tickets: Standard $59-$99 I Concession $54-$94 I Child $25 I Mob Tix $25 — Tickets can be purchased online
Event Details
About this performance
A celebration of some of Australia’s – and the world’s – finest living composers, Metropolis shines a spotlight on the finest minds in contemporary music.
In 2026, the MSO explores the fascinating world of Foley – the art of creating sound effects for film – in Thomas Meadowcroft's remarkable concerto. You'll also hear music written for iconic films, by Australian composers Bryony Marks and David Hirschfelder.
Join us for a captivating evening including conversation with the composers and Principal Guest Conductor Benjamin Northey.
Program
Thomas Meadowcroft Hollywood Parsifals Concerto for Foley Artists and Orchestra*
Bryony Marks Their World from Noise
David Hirschfelder (arr. Jessica Wells) Suites from The Dressmaker, Legend of the Guardians, and Strictly Ballroom
*World Premiere of an MSO Co-commission
Further information for this event is available online at the event's website
Featured artists
- Performer Melbourne Symphony Orchestra
- Music of Bryony Marks
- Music of David Hirschfelder
- New work by Thomas Meadowcroft
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