Candlelight: Rock Classics – Schloss Rahe, Aachen

About this event

The unique live music experience "Candlelight" transforms various historic and culturally significant locations into breathtaking concert venues. The production relies on a signature aesthetic, illuminating the performance space with thousands of flameless candles to create an intimate, immersive atmosphere. This specific touring concept, "Rock Classics," bridges the gap between classical instrumentation and modern rock music. The stage design is minimalist, focusing on the interplay between the architectural features of the chosen venue, the warm glow of the candlelight, and the acoustic performance of the string ensemble. The production maintains a strict 60-minute runtime with no intermission, ensuring a continuous and engaging auditory experience. Venues are carefully selected for their acoustic properties and visual appeal, ranging from palaces like Schloss Rahe and Kurländer Palais to historic churches and kurhauses.

Cast & creative

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  Composer

  David Bowie
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  Composer

  Nirvana
• R

  Composer

  Red Hot Chilli Peppers
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  Composer

  Led Zeppelin
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  Composer

  Passengers (U2 & Brian Eno)
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  Composer

  Pink Floyd
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  Composer

  AC Caruthers