Christmas Spectacular with music, song and dance

Experience the holiday season like never before with the enchanting “Christmas Spectacular with Music, Song and Dance.” Presenting a dazzling lineup from the Hastings Sinfonia—conductor Derek Carden, pianist Howard Southern, and cellist Rupert Sheppard—this film brings the beloved annual Christmas concert to your screen. The program is a joyous tapestry of classic favorites and beloved film tunes, featuring the spirited voices of the St Richard’s Catholic College Choir and the vibrant dancers from the East Sussex School of Performing Arts. Delight in timeless pieces such as “Sleigh Ride” by Leroy Anderson, Strauss’s “Tales from the Vienna Woods,” and Prokofiev’s atmospheric “Troika Ride.” Feel the magic of cinema with the playful “Wallace & Gromit” score by Julian Nott and the cheerful “Elf” motif from John Debney’s soundtrack. Hear the choir’s soaring renditions of Schubert’s “Holy, Holy, Holy” and the moving “O Come, O Come Emmanuel.” The East Sussex troupe delivers a breathtaking “Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy” from Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker Suite, while the Sinfonia showcases the expressive “Cantilena” and “Sicilian Waltz” from founder Polo Piatti’s *Old World Concerto for Cello and Orchestra*. The conductor’s heartfelt warmth and engaging asides set a convivial atmosphere, turning the film into a shared, spirited celebration. Complementary highlights include Samuel Coleridge Taylor’s “Christmas Overture,” Nigel Hess’s “Silent Night for Piano & Strings,” Cai Ashara’s “The Countess’ Winter Ball,” Leroy Anderson’s “A Christmas Festival,” and traditional treats like “The Twelve Days of Christmas.” Join us for a festive experience that combines crystal‑clear performance, holiday spirit, and the communal joy of live concert—crafted for fans and families alike who want the full magic of a holiday show right at home.