André Rieu has something special in store for his Australian fans…

To any classical music fan, André Rieu needs no introduction. The superstar violinist is known as the ‘King of Waltz’, performing in sell-out concerts all over the world.

Now, this is your chance to not only see the energetic legend perform, but also have access to exclusive backstage footage, because Village Cinemas is showing his famous annual Maastricht concert in July on the big screen. Click here to learn more.

The film as close to experiencing the atmosphere as you can get without travelling to the Netherlands to join the tens of thousands of people who attend the spell-binding performance in real life! Watching it on the big screen with fellow fans will make you feel a part of the experience.

It’s sure to be an extra-special performance this year, too, as it marks 30 years since Rieu started his Johann Strauss Orchestra in his home town of Maastricht.

Talking about the upcoming anniversary and cinematic event, Rieu says, “When I founded the Johann Strauss Orchestra in 1987, there were only twelve orchestra members – now there are more than 60 people on stage.”

“Although a lot has changed, there is one thing which has never changed: the joy of playing together, whether in a small group or a big orchestra. We are so much looking forward to bringing this joy again this year to your cinema in July.”

The maestro promises a diverse program from his romantic Dutch city.

The son of a of symphony conductor, 67-year-old Rieu was just five when he first picked up a violin. He admits the early days of learning the instrument were hard, partly because his beautiful, blonde violin teacher made it difficult to concentrate.

Rieu studied music at the conservatoire in Brussels, before forming his own orchestra and going on to make numerous albums and perform live all over the world as what many have dubbed the most successful pop-classical musician of all time.

The ‘Flying Dutchman’ is now one of the world’s most successful touring musicians, having clocked up 40 million album and DVD sales.

The Maastricht concerts are set against the stunning backdrop of the medieval cobbled town square. Ticket sales for previous shows have already broken records, making it the most popular music event in recent history.

Last year’s Maastricht concert was screened in 130 cinemas in Australia alone. This year’s special event, hosted by Channel 9’s Richard Wilkins, will be seen on Australian movie screens on July 29 and 30.

The concert features the maestro in his element, with his famous 60-piece Johann Strauss Orchestra, sopranos, tenors and special guests. Viewing the event with Village Cinemas gives you a front row seat at the spectacular musical event, with the film including special backstage access, interviews with Rieu and his guests, and more.

Tickets to the event, distributed by Piece of Magic Entertainment, are on sale now. Click here to learn more.