Some of the most recognizable songs and soundtracks in the history of music and film are coming to life in Philadelphia’s most iconic venues. The Masonic Temple, Library and Museum, BOK Building, Adventure Aquarium and World Cafe Live are hosting a series of Candlelight concerts paying tribute to the most beloved classical and contemporary artists that are sure to impress The Birthplace of America.
The magical combination of amazing live music and the warm glow of candlelight make these concerts an experience you’ll want to have time and time again. So take your date or your friends and enjoy these beautiful renditions of your favorite artists’ work.
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Masonic Temple, Library and Museum: a historic Philly landmark
Located in the heart of the city, this insanely impressive building teleports you to a different time and place. It has a Norman-style grand exterior adorned with massive columns and intricate carvings, whereas inside, the temple boasts a stunning auditorium with a soaring ceiling, elegant balconies, and ornate decorations. Visiting its interiors is the ultimate visually immersive experience. It has stylistic references made to the Middle Ages, followed by Renaissance-inspired neoclassicism in the corridors and 19th century “eclectic revivalism” in the lodge rooms. A colorful blast from the past! Add to that live classical music and hundreds of flickering candles—what more could you wish for?
BOK Building Auditorium: South Philly’s Art Deco gem
Candlelight couldn’t come to Philly and miss stopping by the Bok Building. Designed in the 1930s by architect Irwin Catharine, this building is a closed Vocational High School turned event venue, located in South Philadelphia. When you enter the building, it feels like this place is stuck in time, with its Art Deco-style architecture, original lead glass chevron lighting fixtures, intricate inlaid wood molding, ceiling designs and terrazzo floors. Open to all artists and creators, this season it’s hosting stunning classical music performances under countless flickering candles.
Adventure Aquarium: Northeast’s largest aquarium
“Full time to floatin’ under the sea!” Located just minutes from downtown Philly on the Camden Waterfront, Adventure Aquarium is opening the doors of its Currents Ballroom space to tributes to some of the world’s most well-known songs and soundtracks.
During the day you can explore one-of-a-kind exhibits and over 15,000 aquatic animals, including the largest collection of sharks in the Northeast. But in the evening, you’ll get to be surrounded by some of the world’s most amazing sea creatures while you and your loved ones enjoy a candlelit classical music performance.
World Cafe Live: a place for music
This non-profit independent venue was established in 2004 with the mission of becoming a welcoming space for the community. And now, almost 20 years after its conception, it continues to bring people together through concerts, workshops, education programs and Bridge Sessions. This year at World Cafe Live, you can rediscover some of your favorite songs in a whole new way in a range of intimate concerts under the gentle glow of candlelight.
Candlelight has delighted audiences worldwide and it has received countless 5-star reviews. The City Of Brotherly Love is in for a treat with these amazing performances by gifted musicians and vocalists. You can disconnect for about an hour and listen to spectacular music in some of the best venues the city has to offer.