In the Mood for Yearning: Part 1
Lorde’s ‘Melodrama’ Listening Party is the first half of our ‘In the Mood for Yearning’ event – a double-bill with Wong Kar Wai’s In the Mood for Love. Tickets sold separately.
A collaboration between Pitchblack Playback and Showroom Cinema, this unique experience sets the tone for an evening of yearning with an in-cinema album listening party.
Immerse yourself in classic Lorde album at Pitchblack Playback's listening session in the dark. Hear this immense record played loud in uncompressed audio on a powerful cinema sound system. No distractions; just you and the music.
Lorde’s cult album ‘Melodrama’ will act as a gateway to the world of Melodrama on Film. Donning your provided eye mask, you’ll experience ‘Melodrama’ in complete darkness, enabling you to truly feel the music.
Once the scene is set, and tears have been dried, grab a ticket and return to your seat for a screening of Wong Kar Wai’s In the Mood for Love, a masterpiece of the yearning genre.
Please note, this event is not affiliated with Lorde or Universal Music.
Eye mask included: Ticket includes Pitchblack Playback eye mask for extra darkness.
Arrive on time: Please arrive by event start time as latecomers will not be admitted and refunds will not be offered.
Age certification: There is no age rating for this event, but we advise ages 13+, with parental discretion advised.
About Pitchblack Playback
Hear classic albums, exclusive pre-release premieres and bespoke DJ mixtapes on powerful, immersive sound systems, in the dark. Meditate on music at our deep listening sessions around the world. As recommended by The Guardian, GQ, Time Out, Metro and Newsweek. "A fabulous idea" — Jay Kay, Jamiroquai. "This might just be my favourite new thing to do" — Nihal, BBC Radio 5 Live
Too Much: Melodrama on Film
Running from October - December 2025, Too Much: Melodrama on Film is a UK wide programme supported by BFI and BFI FAN which celebrates the visual excess and dramatic potency of a form of cinema which champions emotional intensity over propriety and ‘good taste’. This autumn, we're presenting live events and classic titles, to make you swoon, weep and make a scene!
Explore Too Much: Melodrama on Film
Duration
40m
Cast Lorde