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For the first time in France, Edward Scissorhands returns in a film-concert version! Danny Elfman's original score will be performed live by 75 musicians during the film screening.<div> Thirty-seven years after its theatrical release, Tim Burton's masterpiece is getting a symphonic revival in the legendary Grand Rex theater in Paris! For two hours, the 75 musicians of the Yellow Socks Orchestra will perform Danny Elfman's famous original score live, perfectly synchronized with the film (in English with French subtitles) on the big screen. An unforgettable experience that will bring together on stage Tim Burton's modern and quirky tale with the ethereal and moving score of Grammy®-winning composer Danny Elfman.</div><div><br></div><div> Released in 1990 and directed by Tim Burton (Beetlejuice, Disney's The Nightmare Before Christmas), the film immerses you in the story of Edward (Johnny Depp), a kind-hearted artificial being with scissors for hands. Orphaned and left unfinished by his creator (Vincent Price in his final role), Edward longs to connect with others and is persuaded to join a community in a suburban neighborhood. Initially met with curiosity, his uniqueness eventually breeds jealousy and mistrust among the neighbors. As the story unfolds, Edward develops a tender love story with Kim (Winona Ryder).</div><div><br></div><div> Edward Scissorhands has captured the hearts of millions of viewers worldwide with its universal themes: its exploration of acceptance, love, and the challenges of being different. Danny Elfman's haunting score perfectly complements Burton's stylistic choices, giving his work its distinctive atmosphere. Edward Scissorhands is one of the first collaborations between Elfman and Burton, an artistic partnership that would lead to many other remarkable projects.</div><div><br></div><div><br></div><div> The Yellow Socks Orchestra is a French symphony orchestra specializing in film music. Founded in 2017 by the production company uGo&Play and directed by Nicolas Simon, the Yellow Socks Orchestra participates in numerous film concerts throughout France, including Jurassic Park, E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial, La La Land, Star Wars, The Lord of the Rings, Azur and Asmar, The Chorus, the Harry Potter film series, The Umbrellas of Cherbourg, Microcosmos, and Amadeus. The Yellow Socks Orchestra has had the honor of being conducted by renowned composers such as Michel Legrand and Justin Hurwitz. Under the exceptional direction of Joe Hisaishi, the Yellow Socks Orchestra has also performed—with 250 musicians on stage—the most beautiful music from the world of Hayao Miyazaki (Studio Ghibli).</div><div> He also performs programs showcasing the works of renowned composers like John Williams and Hans Zimmer, who have given us unforgettable film scores, as well as artists from the world of manga and anime with Manga Symphonic Odyssey.</div><div><br></div><div><br></div><div> Disney Concerts is the concert production and licensing division of Disney Music Group, the music arm of The Walt Disney Company. Disney Concerts produces concerts and tours and licenses Disney music and visual content to symphony orchestras, choirs, and show producers worldwide. Disney Concerts' shows offer a variety of formats, including film concerts and instrumental and vocal themed concerts ranging from purely symphonic performances to multimedia productions featuring live singers and choirs. Featuring concerts from the world's biggest film franchises – from Walt Disney Pictures, Walt Disney Animation Studios, Marvel Studios, Lucasfilm, Pixar and 20th Century Studios – current titles include the Star Wars, Toy Story, Disney Princess: The Concert, Coco, The Lion King, Up, Tim Burton's The Nightmare Before Christmas, The Muppet Christmas Carol and Infinity Saga Concert Experience.</div>