‘Ghostbusters’ gets live orchestral treatment in Cerritos

CERRITOS — The 1984 supernatural comedy “Ghostbusters” will receive a live orchestral treatment at the Cerritos Center for the Performing Arts on Thursday, Sept. 24.

“Ghostbusters in Concert” will feature a screening of the film on a giant high-definition screen while a full orchestra performs composer Elmer Bernstein’s score and soundtrack live on stage. The performance begins at 8 p.m., with tickets starting at $37.

The concert production premiered in 2018 and has since been presented to audiences around the world. Peter M. Bernstein, the late composer’s son, worked with Schirmer Theatrical to reconstruct his father’s score for the live presentation.

Written by Dan Aykroyd and Harold Ramis and directed by Ivan Reitman, “Ghostbusters” follows a team of eccentric scientists who launch a paranormal investigation and elimination business in New York City.

The film has remained a popular comedy for more than four decades, remembered for its supernatural adventures, one-liners and recognizable theme song.

The Cerritos Center for the Performing Arts is located at 18000 Park Plaza Drive. Tickets and additional information are available by calling (562) 916-8500 or visiting the center’s website.