Tim Burton’s Universe by Mystery Ensemble
The Mystery Ensemble brings Tim Burton's worlds to life in unique arrangements... expect soaring voices, bold instrumental colours, and an atmosphere that shifts in an instant!
About Tim Burton’s Universe by Mystery Ensemble
| 13th March 2026 | |
| 7.30pm | |
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Greyfriars Kirk 1 Greyfriars, Edinburgh Old Town EH1 2QQ |
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£20 - £40 / Additional fees of £1.50 will be added to each paid order Find Tickets |
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Welcome to the fantastical worlds of Tim Burton! We invite you on a journey through the music that made them unforgettable.
From the shimmering wonder of Alice in Wonderland to the festive magic of The Nightmare Before Christmas, from the haunting lyricism of Edward Scissorhands to the eccentric brilliance of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory — this concert immerses you in the soundscapes that shaped Burton’s unique cinematic universe.
At the heart of it all is the music of Danny Elfman, Burton’s lifelong collaborator and one of the most distinctive film composers of our time. Elfman’s music blend playfulness with menace, tenderness with grandeur — a perfect mirror of Burton’s visual imagination. Alongside Elfman, highlights include unforgettable moments from Corpse Bride, the cult favourite Beetlejuice, the gothic sweep of Batman, and the razor-sharp drama of Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street.
In this premiere, the Mystery Ensemble brings Burton’s worlds to life in unique arrangements. Expect soaring voices, bold instrumental colours, and an atmosphere that shifts in an instant — from the macabre to the magical, from the intimate to the epic.
Duration: 60 minutes (doors will open 30 mins prior to the scheduled start time and late entry is not permitted)
Age restriction: 6+
Doors open at least 30 minutes before the concert.
Out of respect for guests and performers, late entry may not be permitted. We cannot guarantee your original seats after the concert begins.
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