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David Briggs Live Improvisation Concert – The Phantom of the Opera

Name: David Briggs Live Improvisation Concert – The Phantom of the Opera
Start: 2026-03-14T19:30:00+00:00
End: 2026-03-14T21:30:00+00:00
Location: Blackburn Cathedral

14th March at 7:30 pm

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Date: 14th March 2026

Time: 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Venue: Blackburn Cathedral

World-renowned organist David Briggs improvises a live accompaniment to the 1925 silent film The Phantom of the Opera.

Briggs will showcase his extraordinary talent on our iconic organ, as he creates an electrifying soundtrack, delivering an unforgettable, once in a lifetime evening of cinematic and musical drama.

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Buying a ticket and attending this fundraising event directly supports the Blackburn Cathedral Organ Appeal. You can learn more about the Appeal and show your support here. We thank you for your support.

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