Every October, the city starts to carve jack-o’-lanterns in preparation of the scariest time of the year. Besides these traditions, Candlelight Halloween will also be putting a spell on audiences in Toronto with a selection of eerie compositions that will send shivers down your spine. Although All Hallows Eve is still months away, the best spooky experiences are the first ones to sell out so secure your tickets now to not miss out!
Candlelight: Halloween Classics
Some musical themes become cultural DNA, instantly recognizable across generations and genres. Vic Mizzy’s “The Addams Family” theme proves that macabre can be charming through its infectious finger-snapping rhythm; S U R V I V E’s “Stranger Things” theme builds nostalgic dread through synthesized perfection, and Modest Mussorgsky’s “Night on Bald Mountain” conjures witches’ sabbaths with orchestral chaos that predates modern horror by centuries.
String quartets excel at bridging these different eras because their classical training meets interpretive flexibility. They can honour original compositions while revealing fresh emotional depths through acoustic performance. The intimate scale creates direct connections between musicians and audience, enhanced by Candlelight’s signature flickering glow.
Candlelight at The Royal Theatre
The Royal Theatre’s ornate architecture and intimate setting are transformed by the glow of thousands of candles, casting flickering shadows that heighten the air of mystery and anticipation. Doors open 30-45 minutes before the one-hour show, giving guests the opportunity to find their seats and take in the golden ambiance that sets the perfect stage for a night of hauntingly beautiful music.
Throughout the evening, the string quartet’s renditions of “Danse Macabre” by Camille Saint-Saëns, “Night on Bald Mountain” by Modest Mussorgsky, and “Der Erlkönig” by Franz Schubert will resonate amid the candlelit haze, amplifying a subtle sense of spookiness without ever overwhelming. With tickets in high demand, planning your Halloween early ensures you won’t miss this one-of-a-kind, atmospheric experience.