Crescendo: Screen Classics brings iconic music from film and TV

Published on 14 July 2026

Audiences are invited to experience the magic of the screen through live classical music when Crescendo: Screen Classics comes to the Plenty Ranges Arts and Convention Centre (PRACC) this August.

Taking place on Saturday 22 August 2026 at 7pm, this one-night-only concert in the Yan Yean Theatre at PRACC will showcase some of the City of Whittlesea’s most talented local classical musicians, performing a curated program of works made famous through film and television. 

The program will feature a dynamic mix of soloists, duos and chamber ensembles, highlighting a diverse range of instruments and performance styles. Each piece is performed in its full beauty, allowing audiences to experience the emotion and storytelling of the music up close. 

Audiences can expect a program spanning Beethoven's Moonlight Sonata to Piazzolla's fiery Libertango, alongside Satie's hauntingly familiar Gymnopédie No. 1 - a piece long beloved by film and television composers.

Crescendo: Screen Classics puts the calibre of the City of Whittlesea's local talent front and centre, bringing together accomplished musicians whose skill and artistry promise an evening of exceptional live performance.

Tickets are affordably priced at $15 for adults and $10 concession, making this a welcoming and enriching cultural experience for all.

Experience the music behind the moments - live on stage, close to home.

Event details

Crescendo: Screen Classics

When: Saturday 22 August 2026, 7pm 
Where: Yan Yean Theatre, Plenty Ranges Arts and Convention Centre (PRACC), 35 Ferres Boulevard, South Morang
Duration: 90 minutes 
Seating: Reserved seating 
Recommended for: All ages 
Warnings: May contain smoke, haze or strobe lighting 
Pricing: Adult: $15; Concession: $10

Please note all ticket sales are final. No refunds or exchanges. A $2 booking fee per ticket applies. 

For more information and tickets, visit the PRACC website.