The fantastic world of hobbits and elves from J.R.R. Tolkien’s “Lord of the Rings” comes to life with film music orchestra and choir in a unique musical event. From the threatening sounds of Mordor and the shrill attack of the Black Riders to the beautiful lyrical melodies of the elves, it will transform any concert hall into a musical setting of Middle-Earth. Howard Shore, who composed the music for the film trilogy “The Lord of the Rings” and “The Hobbit,” was awarded an Oscar for it. As with Richard Wagner’s “Ring des Nibelungen,” his leitmotifs let the audience feel in the flesh when the ring unfolds its power and corrupts the bearer of all power: A parable that fits perfectly into today’s age. Tolkien (1892-1973) became world famous with his novel cycle “The Lord of the Rings.” Throughout his life he devoted himself to the “history” of his fictional Middle-Earth empire. His works provided George Lucas with inspiration for his “Star Wars” series, and his stories served as a model for many other works. The remake of Peter Jackson, in particular, triggered a renaissance of the Ring cult. This was continued in the movie trilogy “The Hobbit.” Tolkien discovered his love for languages early in life; Welsh, Old English, Greek, French, and German were among his preferred subjects during his school education. His idea for the “Hobbit” was born when he was a professor at Oxford University. Originally intended as entertainment for his children and initially written without the idea of a commercial publication, the “Hobbit” was presented by a former student of Tolkien to the publisher Allen&Unwin, who published the story attentively in 1937. Although “The Little Hobbit” was not a bestseller, there were requests for a continuation of the story. From 1936 to 1949 Tolkien wrote “The Lord of the Rings.” The first two volumes appeared in 1954—a cult was born. After Tolkien’s death in 1973, his son Christopher took care of the publication of further stories from Middle-Earth. About 25 years after Tolkien’s death, the production of the film trilogy “The Lord of the Rings” began with a budget of 190 million dollars. It became one of the most successful film productions of all times.
Tickets are CHF 60.40-119.40 for adults and CHF 60.40-110.40.

Website
star-entertainment.org/shows/der-herr-der-ringe-der-hobbit/

Where
Musical Theater Basel
Feldbergstrasse 151
4058 Basel

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