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Danny Elfman Brings Nightmare Before Christmas to Hollywood Bowl

9/9/2025

Summary

Story summary

Danny Elfman will perform *The Nightmare Before Christmas* at the Hollywood Bowl on October 25-26, 2025, celebrating a decade of this Halloween tradition.
The concert features a live orchestra and a cast including Janelle Monáe and John Stamos, with visuals transforming the venue into "Halloween Town."
Tickets went on sale September 5, 2025, with presales for Disney+ subscribers on September 3-4.
Pre-show activities include costume contests and trick-or-treating, enhancing the Halloween experience.
Kraft-Engel Productions and Disney Concerts produce the event.

History

Historical Context

*The Nightmare Before Christmas*, directed by Henry Selick and produced by Tim Burton, premiered in 1993, blending Halloween and Christmas themes. Initially released through Touchstone Pictures due to its dark tone, the film gained a cult following and earned over $100 million in merchandise sales. Its enduring popularity is celebrated in concerts, reinforcing its significance in animated film history and Halloween traditions.

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Story summary

Danny Elfman will perform *The Nightmare Before Christmas* at the Hollywood Bowl on October 25-26, 2025, celebrating a decade of this Halloween tradition.
The concert features a live orchestra and a cast including Janelle Monáe and John Stamos, with visuals transforming the venue into "Halloween Town."
Tickets went on sale September 5, 2025, with presales for Disney+ subscribers on September 3-4.
Pre-show activities include costume contests and trick-or-treating, enhancing the Halloween experience.
Kraft-Engel Productions and Disney Concerts produce the event.

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