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On August 15, the city of Debrecen (southeastern Hungary) will host an open-air concert celebrating Hungarian composers and artists who have left a significant mark on Hollywood.
According to Index, the event will feature renowned Hungarian film scores and will include a live appearance by Gábor Csupó (cartoonist of The Simpsons and the Rugrats), a highly successful Hungarian filmmaker nominated for 23 Emmy Awards.
The concert, part of the Hungarians in Hollywood series, will highlight the contributions of notable Hungarian figures in the film industry. Tamás Kollarik and Sándor Takó will present a symphonic film music show, illustrating the impact of Hungarian talent on Hollywood. The program will include cinematic works such as the famous Dracula (1931) with Béla Lugosi as the blood sucking count; Vilmos Zsigmond, an Oscar-winning cinematographer; and producer Andy Vajna, known for “Basic Instinct” and “Rambo.” André de Tóth, whom Martin Scorsese called “the director of directors,” will also be featured.
The Kodály Philharmonic Orchestra will perform scores from iconic films such as My Fair Lady, Ben Hur, The Lord of the Rings, and The Simpsons.
The concert will include memorable compositions by Miklós Rózsa (1907-1995), a three-time Oscar winner film score composer.
Tickets are priced at HUF 3,000 (EUR 7.6). The concert is expected to attract thousands of spectators eager to experience this celebration of Hungarian cinematic achievements.
Via Index; Featured Image: Facebook / Debrecen csodái