Stop Making Sense: Talking Heads Concert Film ScreeningSat, Apr 17, 2027 · £35See Tickets

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Stop Making Sense: Talking Heads Concert Film Screening

The Hall, Aviva StudiosSat, Apr 17, 2027 · 08:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Culture & Art

Overview

Overview

Stop Making Sense is scheduled for Saturday, April 17, 2027 at The Hall, Aviva Studios. Check the official source before you go, as event times and venue details can change.

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Experience the legendary 1984 concert film *Stop Making Sense*, featuring a live performance by the American rock band Talking Heads. Directed by Jonathan Demme, the film captures the band's electrifying stage show, shot over four nights in December 1983 at Hollywood's Pantages Theatre. The performance builds from a solo David Byrne on a bare stage to a full ensemble, including backing singers Lynn Mabry and Ednah Holt, guitarist Alex Weir, keyboardist Bernie Worrell, and percussionist Steve Scales.

Attendees can expect to see iconic songs like "Psycho Killer," "Burning Down the House," and "Genius of Love" by Tom Tom Club, the side project of Chris Frantz and Tina Weymouth. The film is renowned for its innovative use of early digital audio techniques and Byrne's famous "big suit" during "Girlfriend Is Better." This screening offers a chance to see a film widely considered the greatest concert film of all time, preserved in the National Film Registry for its cultural significance.

⏱️ 2 hrs🎟️ Tickets from £35

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Good to know

  • The screening features the 1984 concert film directed by Jonathan Demme.
  • The film was shot over four nights in December 1983 at Hollywood's Pantages Theatre.
  • The lineup includes Talking Heads members David Byrne, Tina Weymouth, Chris Frantz, Jerry Harrison, plus additional musicians.

Frequently asked questions

What is Stop Making Sense?

It is a 1984 American concert film featuring a live performance by the American rock band Talking Heads, directed by Jonathan Demme.

What songs are performed in the film?

The film includes performances of songs like 'Psycho Killer,' 'Burning Down the House,' and 'Genius of Love' by Tom Tom Club.

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Stop Making Sense

Stop Making Sense is a 1984 American concert film featuring a live performance by the American rock band Talking Heads. The film was directed by Jonathan Demme and executive produced by Gary Kurfirst, the band’s longtime manager.

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The Hall, Aviva Studios

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The Hall, Aviva Studios

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