Films with live orchestra to book now

Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone in Concert, Royal Festival Hall

The first Harry Potter film is given a bigger platform this September on the Southbank – with a live orchestral accompaniment courtesy of the Czech National Symphony Orchestra.

Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back, Royal Albert Hall

You've done the Star Wars Lego. You've programmed the BB-8 Sphero. You've also had a Star Wars theme for the last three birthdays. But you still need ways to impress your Star Wars-obsessed kid.

Here's one: take them to see Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back at the Royal Albert Hall, with live orchestral accompaniment. The Philharmonia Orchestra will bring John Williams' score to life.

Skyfall, Royal Albert Hall

Ahead of a new Bond film next year and the growing anticipation for the next edition of Secret Cinema, book now for the world premiere of Skyfall at the Royal Albert Hall.

The 2012 thriller will screen alongside a performance of the BAFTA-winning score by the Royal Philharmonic Concert Orchestra. Suit up, book now – you won't want to miss this.

Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire, Royal Albert Hall

Nearly 15 years old already, Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire marked the halfway point in the franchise that shook the world. Now, the film is getting the CineConcerts treatment at the Royal Albert Hall.

Book to see the fourth instalment of the beloved film series on the big screen alongside a live symphony orchestra conducted by Justin Freer.

Blade Runner Live, Royal Albert Hall

For the first time since the 1982 release, Ridley Scott's Blade Runner will be screened in sync with a performance of Vangelis' electrifying score.

The film's legacy lives on through its visceral and innovative world-building abilities, which comes through in Harrison Ford's mesmeric performance visually as much as the sounds of a thousand synthesizers working in harmony.

Love Actually, Hammersmith Eventim Apollo

This is surely what they mean by 'the most wonderful time of the year', right? Once again, this December Love Actually will be gracing screens of all sizes and will sound just as good as it looks.

Sold-out audiences have been enjoying the immersive screening year after year, so you'll want to book early for the magnanimous performance at the Hammersmith Apollo, for a guaranteed festive feel good evening.

Tim Burton's The Nightmare Before Christmas, SSE Wembley

There are no concessions to be made for the 25th birthday of Tim Burton's haunting Halloween-cum-Christmas classic, The Nightmare Before Christmas.

The stop-motion animated musical has enchanted audiences for years, both for the fascinatingly original mind of auteur Tim Burton and the emblematic, magical score from Danny Elfman. Celebrate the composer's almighty legacy at the SSE arena.