Herbst Theatre

The appeal of Legends After Dark is hearing music you already know in a setting that gives it considerably more room to breathe. GG Orchestra’s program jumps from The Legend of Zelda and Pokémon to Final Fantasy VII, Skyrim and Star Wars, then moves into anime favorites including JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure, Frieren, Attack on Titan and Demon Slayer. Studio Ghibli gets its due, too, with music from Kiki’s Delivery Service and My Neighbor Totoro. That range could easily feel scattered, but the common thread is strong: these are scores that have become inseparable from the worlds and characters they accompany. At Herbst Theatre, the orchestral format puts the music itself front and center, making this a particularly appealing Sunday evening for fans who have spent years with these stories through a screen. With a two-and-a-half-hour runtime and reserved seating, settle in for the full journey.