Brighton Centre – 16th February 2026
5 stars
Bringing Twilight to the stage at the Brighton Centre could have felt like a simple nostalgia trip. Instead, Twilight in Concert turned into something far more fun, a full blown celebration of a story that still has an army of devoted fans nearly two decades on.
The moment Edward Cullen made his dramatic entrance, the arena erupted in cheers. Bella Swan’s first appearance earned her own wave of applause, while Jacob Black was greeted like a hero. Even Charlie and Carlisle drew loud and affectionate whoops, which says a lot about how deeply the audience knows and loves every corner of this world. It felt communal in the best way, like thousands of people in on the same long running joke.
As the film played on the big screen, a live ensemble performed the score beneath it, adding real depth to every lingering glance and tense standoff. The orchestra moved seamlessly between the brooding rock elements and the sweeping romantic passages, but one of the evening’s real highlights was the live vocalist woven into the performance.
His voice floated beautifully over the arrangements, bringing a fresh warmth to the more intimate moments and giving the bigger musical cues an extra lift. It added a new dimension to scenes that many in the audience could probably recite word for word.
And yes, they practically did. Some of the saga’s more earnest lines were met with affectionate giggles. The script is dramatic but much loved. The baseball scene had the crowd buzzing with anticipation before a single bat was swung, and the meadow sequence drew a collective sigh that rolled around the arena. When Bella’s Lullaby began, the reaction was immediate and heartfelt, followed by rapt attention as the live musicians gave it a richer, more resonant feel.
What made the night so enjoyable was the permission to respond. Fans were actively encouraged to cheer their favourite moments, and they took that invitation seriously. There were gasps, laughter, applause and the occasional shouted declaration of allegiance. Rather than distracting from the music, it enhanced it. The atmosphere felt warm and welcoming, more like a giant fan gathering than a formal concert.
By the time the credits rolled, the Brighton Centre was buzzing with shared excitement. Twilight in Concert proved that this story still has serious pull, and with a talented orchestra and vocalist bringing the soundtrack to life, it felt both comfortingly familiar and fresh.Â
