Concert - Rudy : 25th Anniversary celebration

By Mulder, 01 april 2019

Hollywood Chamber Orchestra had performed Oscar and Emmy-winning composer JERRY GOLDSMITH’S complete score live to picture, with Sean Astin, Rudy Ruettiger and special guests attending and participating in a pre-show panel.

When people say dreams don’t come true, tell them about Rudy. Conducted by Justin Freer, the 80-piece Hollywood Chamber Orchestra had performed Oscar and Emmy-winning composer Jerry Goldsmith’s complete score live while the entire film was projected on a massive 40-foot HD screen.

 (L-R) Sean Astin, Producer Rob Fried, Carol Goldsmith (Wife of Rudy composer Jerry Goldsmith), Rudy Ruettiger, Producer Cary Woods, Writer Angelo Pizzo, Director David Anspaugh on the red carpet at the Microsoft Theater before Rudy In Concert

This 1993 American biographical sports film’s first live concert west coast premiere will help over 1,000 kids, families, and nonprofit staff receive free ticket donations from The CineConcerts Foundation. The foundation reached out to over 50 organizations across Southern California, including Create Now, Harmony Project, and the L.A. Phil Assn. to attend the special evening. Notre Dame alumni and attendees will also be treated to a meet-and-greet with Rudy Ruettiger. Special guests including Sean Astin, Rudy Ruettiger, producer Robert Fried, director David Anspaugh, writer Angelo Pizzo, producer Cary Woods and more will take part in a pre-show on-stage panel to discuss the film, music, and the magic of the film and story 25 years later. Tickets are on sale at AXS.COM.

Conductor Justin Freer conducting Rudy In Concert

All his life, people have told Rudy he’s not good enough, not smart enough, not big enough. But nothing can stop his impossible dream of playing football for Notre Dame. Even as a young boy, Rudy (Sean Astin) is determined to join the Fighting Irish. Because some dreams won’t die, Rudy goes through heroic lengths to win admission to Notre Dame. Once there, he becomes a walk-on player, serving as little more than a human tackling dummy against the starting players. Bloody and unbeaten, Rudy wins the respect of legendary coach Ara Parseghian and other Irish players, who give him one shot at gridiron glory. An incredible true story from director David Anspaugh (Hoosiers), Rudy is an unforgettable testament to the power of dreams and triumph of the human spirit. In addition to starring Sean Astin, the film features an all-star supporting cast including Ned Beatty, Charles S. Dutton, Robert Prosky, Jon Favreau, and Lili Taylor. Written by Angelo Pizzo, produced by Robert N. Fried and Cary Woods, and directed by David Anspaugh, the film also showcases an iconic score by legendary composer Jerry Goldsmith (Star Trek: The Motion Picture, The Omen, Chinatown, Patton, Planet of the Apes, Papillon, Rambo) and is considered to be one of the best sports films of all time.

Rudy In Concert has been created by CineConcerts, in partnership with Sony Pictures. Justin Freer, President of CineConcerts and Producer/Conductor of Rudy In Concert, explains, “Rudy has captured the hearts and minds of millions around the world. Celebrating this amazing film and iconic music score with an 80-piece symphony orchestra playing the score live to picture will both excite and bring tears of joy to audiences everywhere.” Brady Beaubien, co-founder and CineConcerts Producer, adds, “Jerry Goldsmith’s incredible music brings to life the film’s heart, raw excitement, and internal battle by creating the continual sensation that Rudy’s struggle feels like it is our own. We feel privileged to bring this film concert experience to Los Angeles, where countless movie dreams are born and where the score was also written.”

Conductor Justin Freer and the 80 piece Hollywood Chamber Orchestra and Cal State University Fullerton Singers performing the score live to picture of Rudy at Microsoft Theater

Synopsis :
Rudy has always been told that he was too small to play college football. But he is determined to overcome the odds and fulfill his dream of playing for Notre Dame.

first photo caption : CineConcerts founders and producers Brady Beaubien & Justin Freer with Carol Goldsmith (Wife of Rudy composer Jerry Goldsmith) on the red carpet

Photo credit Timothy Norris