A part-electronic, part-symphonic spectacle described as 'jaw-dropping' (Time Out London), Vivid LIVE presents the Australian debut of the 30-piece Heritage Orchestra -performing Blade Runner's retro-futuristic score in a stunning visual backdrop engulfed by the film's signature, dystopian ambiance.

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A chart-topping soundtrack that took a decade to release, was rumoured to exist in 20 different versions and won a reputation as influential and mythical as its cinema counterpart - Vangelis' synthetic and symphonic response to Ridley Scott's 1982 cult classic has become a masterpiece in its own right. Cementing the Greek composer's status as a genius of electronic music, the maestro himself finally blessed a live reinterpretation of the score after 30 years laying dormant - a momentous occasion rapturously received as part of the Southbank Centre's Meltdown Festival in 2008. 

From signature motifs such as 'Love Theme's' haunting saxophone solo and Mary Hopkin's angelic vocals on 'Rachel's Song' to the starkly romantic synthesizers of 'Blade Runner Blues', Vangelis' score has proved an enduring influence to the electronic vanguard, the latest of which includes Los Angeles progressive beat-maker Flying Lotus. Now making its Australian premiere at Vivid LIVE, the Heritage Orchestra will once again illuminate a score that has transcended its troubled past into something truly mythical.

Originally commissioned by Southbank Centre for Meltdown Festival 2008 (UK) with thanks to Massive Attack. 2008 performance featured United Visual Artists.

**This evening is a performance of Vangelis' score for the film Blade Runner.  Although it includes visual elements it does not include a screening or footage from the film.**

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