# John Foreman's orchestral showdown brings cinema's greatest composers to life **Featured** — On Your Markus **Event:** John Foreman’s Australian Pops Orchestra **Tickets:** https://apoconcerts.com/ **Published:** 5 November 2026 **Author:** Markus Hamence **Source:** https://onyourmarkus.au/john-foreman/ John Foreman's Australian Pops Orchestra and Sony Music Australia present The Music of Hans Zimmer vs John Williams, a concert event featuring a 64-piece orchestra performing scores from Star Wars, Gladiator, Harry Potter, E.T., Interstellar, Jurassic Park and Pirates of the Caribbean. Performances are scheduled for Brisbane Concert Hall (8-9 January 2027), Adelaide Festival Theatre (13 February), Sydney Opera House (18 February), Perth Crown Theatre (5 June) and Melbourne Hamer Hall (25 September), with tickets available through apoconcerts.com. --- **JOHN FOREMAN’S AUSTRALIAN POPS ORCHESTRA & SONY MUSIC AUSTRALIA PRESENT** **THE MUSIC OF HANS ZIMMER vs JOHN WILLIAMS** FOLLOWING HUGE DEMAND AND SOLD-OUT PERFORMANCES, NATIONAL TOUR NOW CONFIRMED BRISBANE - CONCERT HALL, QPAC JANUARY 8 & 9 ADELAIDE - FESTIVAL THEATRE FEBRUARY 13 SYDNEY OPERA HOUSE FEBRUARY 18 PERTH – CROWN THEATRE JUNE 5 MELBOURNE – HAMER HALL SEPTEMBER 25 (ENCORE SHOWS) **A CINEMATIC BATTLE OF EPIC PROPORTIONS - ****[APOCONCERTS.COM](http://APOCONCERTS.COM)** ![Performer in white dress centre stage surrounded by musicians and purple stage lighting.](https://media.onyourmarkus.au/admin/2026/11/b8252a8a-b5b7-42dd-a186-a1d92e0561ff.jpg) Following incredible demand, the global concert sensation The Music of Hans Zimmer vs John Williams will make its way to around the country in 2027 with concerts at Brisbane’s Concert Hall, QPAC in January, Adelaide’s Festival Theatre and Sydney Opera House in February, Perth’s Crown Theatre in June and in September encore performances at Hamer Hall in Melbourne where it sold out 2 shows earlier this year. **Tickets are on sale now for Brisbane and Sydney.** **Adelaide waitlist now, tickets go on sale on November 12th** **Perth and Melbourne waitlist now.** **[APOCONCERTS.COM](http://APOCONCERTS.COM)** ![Concert stage bathed in purple and blue lighting with confetti falling over a large crowd of spectators.](https://media.onyourmarkus.au/admin/2026/11/99f8b04b-9c5e-4b81-a777-318565678ae2.jpg) Presented by John Foreman’s Australian Pops Orchestra and Sony Music Australia building on their successful collaboration, this landmark event brings together the music of two of cinema’s most iconic composers - Hans Zimmer and John Williams - in a thrilling live concert experience. Hosted and conducted by the acclaimed John Foreman, a full 64-piece Australian Pops Orchestra bring to life the legendary scores that have defined the cinematic landscape for decades. Audiences will relive unforgettable moments from Star Wars, Gladiator, Harry Potter, E.T., Interstellar, Jurassic Park, Pirates of the Caribbean and more in a spectacular, family-friendly event designed for all ages. “I’m absolutely thrilled that the Australian Pops Orchestra is bringing this extraordinary concert to Australian audiences, and especially excited to partner with Sony Music Australia. The response to Melbourne’s sold-out performances earlier this year was incredible, so we’re delighted to be able to expand to a national tour in 2027 and bring this spectacular experience to audiences in Brisbane, Sydney, Adelaide, Perth and an encore run in Melbourne.” “This is more than a concert - it’s a chance for audiences to relive the soundtracks of their lives. The music of Hans Zimmer and John Williams has shaped some of the most unforgettable moments in film, and to hear these scores performed live, at this scale and accompanied by spectacular lighting, is something truly powerful. Audiences will be completely immersed in the emotion, the nostalgia and the sheer energy of it all.” said John Foreman. Adding to the atmosphere, The Music of Hans Zimmer vs John Williams invites audiences to be part of the action. A sense of playful rivalry runs throughout the performance, with light-hearted on-stage banter encouraging audiences to declare their allegiance to either Zimmer or Williams, creating an engaging, interactive experience that truly elevates the audience experience. At its core, this production reflects the Australian Pops Orchestra’s commitment to making world-class live music accessible to all—removing the formality often associated with orchestral concerts and offering an experience that is welcoming and inclusive. Whether you’re a symphony enthusiast, lifelong film music fan or discovering these scores for the first time, this is a concert designed to be enjoyed by everyone. With sold-out performances across the UK, Ireland, Europe and Melbourne, The Music of Hans Zimmer vs John Williams has seen extraordinary demand which now sees the spectacular production expand to Brisbane, Sydney, Adelaide and Perth giving even more Australian audiences the chance to experience this acclaimed concert spectacular. Do not miss out on this cinematic battle of epic proportions! ![Orchestra members seated at music stands illuminated by blue stage lighting during a performance.](https://media.onyourmarkus.au/admin/2026/11/4db48f0f-ac21-474e-b599-6e7d573199f1.jpg) BRISBANE - CONCERT HALL, QPAC FRIDAY 8TH JANUARY 7PM & SATURDAY 9TH JANUARY 1.30PM & 7PM TICKETS ON SALE NOW ADELAIDE - FESTIVAL THEATRE SATURDAY 13TH FEBRUARY 2.30PM & 7.30PM WAITLIST NOW, TICKETS ON SALE NOVEMBER 12TH SYDNEY OPERA HOUSE THURSDAY 18TH FEBRUARY 2PM & 7PM TICKETS ON SALE NOW PERTH - CROWN THEATRE SATURDAY 5TH JUNE 2.00PM & 7.30PM WAITLIST NOW MELBOURNE – HAMER HALL (ENCORE PERFORMANCES) SATURDAY 25TH SEPTEMBER 2.30PM & 6.30PM WAITLIST NOW **[APOCONCERTS.COM](http://APOCONCERTS.COM)** ![Silhouette of a person facing a glowing globe surrounded by blue and purple light rays, with "Australian Pops Orchestra" text and film scores listed.](https://media.onyourmarkus.au/admin/2026/11/05c662b8-35c1-4e1b-ae78-8c5e2c91f6bf.png) **CONNECT WITH @APO Facebook/Instagram** **[apoconcerts.com](http://apoconcerts.com)** **CONNECT WITH @JOHNFOREMAN Facebook/Instagram** **[johnforeman.com.au](http://johnforeman.com.au)**