Candlelight: Best of Bridgerton on Strings

The Royal Pavilion in Brighton is set to host 'Candlelight: Best of Bridgerton on Strings' on 9 May 2026. This event, which is part of a broader series organised by Fever in collaboration with Netflix and Shondaland, features the Sussex String Quartet. The musicians will perform a selection of melodies from the Bridgerton series, with the entire performance taking place in a room lit by candles. This setup is intended to create a specific visual environment for the audience while the music is played.

The repertoire for the evening includes string arrangements of several well-known tracks that have appeared in the series. Among the pieces included are 'Bad Guy' by Billie Eilish, 'thank u, next' by Ariana Grande, 'Give Me Everything' by Pitbull, Afrojack, Ne-Yo and Nayer, and 'Cheap Thrills' by Sia. The performance itself lasts for 60 minutes. For those planning to attend, it is useful to know that the doors open 45 minutes before the scheduled start time. The organisers have specified that late entry is not permitted once the concert has begun, so arriving during the pre-show window is a requirement for entry.

This event is one of several similar concerts that have been held in various locations, bringing these specific musical arrangements to a live audience. The collaboration between Fever and Netflix aims to present the music from the Shondaland production in a format that differs from the original recordings. Given the venue's history and its role in Brighton’s cultural scene, the choice of the Royal Pavilion provides a distinct setting for this type of acoustic performance. If you are interested in hearing these specific arrangements played by a string quartet, the concert is scheduled for the evening of 9 May. It is a straightforward opportunity to experience this music in a live setting within the city.