The Mystery Ensemble bring Hayao Miyazaki's Dreams to St Canice's Cathedral, Kilkenny on Sunday 27 September 2026 — a one-hour immersion in music from the films of the world-famous Japanese director and Oscar winner Hayao Miyazaki. Tickets from €25 plus booking fee on TakeYourSeats.ie.

Key facts

Show: Hayao Miyazaki's Dreams by the Mystery Ensemble
Venue: St Canice's Cathedral, The Close, Coach Road, Kilkenny
Date and time: Sunday 27 September 2026 at 7pm; doors open 6.30pm
Duration: 1 hour; general admission
Tickets: €25 Earlybird 1, €30 Earlybird 2, €35 regular, plus €2.50 booking fee
Booking: St Canice's Cathedral booking page

About the concert

The Miyazaki Dreams concert is an immersion in the fabulous atmosphere of the films of Hayao Miyazaki. The Mystery Ensemble have collected magical music from his anime and compositions inspired by his creations.

The evening programme includes renowned works composed by Joe Hisaishi, including My Neighbour Totoro, the legendary anime Spirited Away, Howl's Moving Castle and Laputa: Castle in the Sky, alongside works by other composers inspired by Miyazaki's artworks. Musical themes transport the audience into the atmosphere of famous anime stories — brave heroines, magical creatures and characters inspired by Japanese folklore.

The concert is organised by the creative agency Red Events & Distribution Ltd, which creates cultural events in atmospheric venues throughout the United Kingdom, Europe and beyond, including a collection of concerts by candlelight.

Frequently asked questions

When is Hayao Miyazaki's Dreams on in Kilkenny?

The concert takes place at St Canice's Cathedral, Kilkenny on Sunday 27 September 2026 at 7pm. Doors open at 6.30pm.

How long is the concert?

The concert lasts one hour.

How much are tickets?

Earlybird 1 tickets are €25, Earlybird 2 tickets are €30 and regular tickets are €35, plus a €2.50 booking fee per ticket.

What music will be performed?

The programme includes works composed by Joe Hisaishi for My Neighbour Totoro, Spirited Away, Howl's Moving Castle and Laputa: Castle in the Sky, along with works by other composers inspired by Miyazaki's artworks.

Tickets and how to book

Tickets for Hayao Miyazaki's Dreams at St Canice's Cathedral start at €25 (Earlybird 1), with Earlybird 2 at €30 and regular tickets at €35, plus a €2.50 booking fee. Book on TakeYourSeats.ie.

Hayao Miyazaki's Dreams at St Canice's Cathedral, Kilkenny