HSO Extended

Press Play: Anime

January 29, 2026 | 7:30 PM (doors open at 6 PM)

J Under the Dome

1 Sequassen St, Hartford CT

On-site Parking available.

General admission seating.

PROGRAM

Selections from Spirited Away, Demon Slayer, Attack on Titan, Princess Mononoke, Inuyasha, Avatar the Last Airbender, Jujutsu Kaisen, Naruto, Violet Evergarden, Howl’s Moving Castle, The Boy & The Heron, Ponyo, Kiki’s Delivery Service, Fullmetal Alchemist, Tokyo Ghoul, One Piece, A Silent Voice, Pokemon, Death Note, Tatusya Kitani, Dragon Ball Z, Jo Jo’s bizarre adventure, Chainsaw Man, and A Silent Voice.

FEATURING

Simon Bilyk, violin
Peter Zay, cello
Candy Lammers, violin
Michael Wheeler, viola

ABOUT

Experience the beauty and drama of beloved animated stories through a stunning live musical performance. From the dreamlike worlds of Studio Ghibli to the high-energy soundtracks behind some of today’s most popular Japanese animations, this concert offers a fresh take on music that has captivated audiences around the globe.

Performed by a live string ensemble in an intimate, softly lit setting, this one-of-a-kind event blends classical elegance with contemporary imagination. Whether you’re an anime enthusiast or simply curious, you’ll find yourself drawn into a rich tapestry of emotion, nostalgia, and cinematic storytelling—all through the power of music.

We will also be having a cosplay contest! We encourage fans to cosplay their favorite anime characters. We will have Garrett Groesbeck as a host with a short panel discussion.

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