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"The World of Hans Zimmer - A New Dimension" comes to Prudential Center in September

originally published: 04/24/2025

Timothée Berte-Renou, photo by Frank Embacher

(NEWARK, NJ) -- Hans Zimmer presents The World of Hans Zimmer – A New Dimension, a 24-city arena tour debuting in North America this fall, following a tremendously successful European run of the internationally acclaimed production in 2024. The newly staged live show will visit Prudential Center on Sunday, September 14, 2025 at 7:30pm for one show only, and features Zimmer's brand-new arrangement of the two-time Academy Award® winner's diverse collection of scores, precisely synchronized with epic film sequences.

While Zimmer does not perform live on stage, he is the show’s curator, producer, and musical director. The World of Hans Zimmer – A New Dimension is the only official concert experience of its kind.

Tickets are available for purchase online starting Friday, May 2nd. Prudential Center is located at 25 Lafayette Street in Newark, New Jersey.

Matt Dunkley, photo by Frank Embacher

Multiple Grammy®-nominated Matt Dunkley, who has a long-standing professional partnership with Zimmer, is one of the world’s most renowned orchestrators, arrangers, and conductors. Dunkley will perform alongside a masterful symphony orchestra featuring top soloists from Zimmer’s talent poolincluding the world-class Odessa Orchestra & Friends and the extraordinary Nairobi Chamber Chorus.

The World of Hans Zimmer tours have sold over 1.2 million tickets worldwide since 2018. Zimmer’s extraordinary melodies and modern compositions have earned him a massive fanbase across multiple generations and continents. “A New Dimension” will showcase a freshly arranged set from his beloved catalog.




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“Matt is one of the world’s foremost figures in film music. There’s no one I trust more to bring this music to life on stage,” says Zimmer. With more than 200 movie credits, Dunkley has collaborated extensively with Zimmer on blockbuster films including the third and fourth “Pirates of the Caribbean” movies, “Inception,” “The Dark Knight,” “The Dark Knight Rises,” “No Time To Die,” “Kung Fu Panda 3” and “Top Gun: Maverick.” Beyond film, Dunkley has worked with artists like Billie Eilish, Dua Lipa, and U2.

"It is an absolute privilege to work with Hans and these incredibly talented musicians and soloists to share these iconic pieces with audiences,” says Dunkley. “Every performance will be an electrifying and emotional experience for fans as we step inside Hans’ musical universe. I can’t wait for everyone to join us and experience the magic with us."

Hans Zimmer has scored more than 500 projects across all mediums, which combined, have grossed more than 28 billion dollars at the worldwide box office. Zimmer has been honored with two Academy Awards®, three Golden Globes®, five Grammys®, an American Music Award, and a Tony® Award. His work highlights include “Dune: Part One,” “Top Gun: Maverick,” “No Time to Die,” “Gladiator,” “The Thin Red Line,” “As Good as It Gets,” “Rain Man,” “The Dark Knight” trilogy, “Inception,” “Thelma and Louise,” “The Last Samurai,” “12 Years A Slave,” “Blade Runner 2049” (co-scored w/ Benjamin Wallfisch) and “Dunkirk,” as well as David Attenborough’s “Prehistoric Planet,” and Denis Villeneuve’s “Dune: Part Two,” the follow-up to his Academy Award®-winning score for “Dune: Part One.” Zimmer most recently created the score for Steve McQueen’s “Blitz,” which premiered at the BFI London Film Festival. Starring Saoirse Ronan and Harris Dickinson, the film released in theaters on November 1, 2024.

Upcoming, he scored Joseph Kosinski’s “F1,” which is set to premiere on June 27 from Warner Bros. Beyond his award-winning compositions, Zimmer is a remarkably successful touring artist, having recently concluded his first North American “Hans Zimmer Live” tour, after the tour’s second round in Europe. He has also performed in the Middle East at Dubai’s renowned Coca-Cola Arena for two consecutive nights as well as Formula 1’s Singapore Grand Prix.

His concert film “Hans Zimmer & Friends: Diamond in the Desert” was released in cinemas worldwide on March 19 and features live performances of Zimmer's most revered compositions, as well as conversations with his closest collaborators, including Billie Eilish, Sir Christopher Nolan, Denis Villeneuve, Finneas, Jerry Bruckheimer, Johnny Marr, Pharrell Williams, Tanya Lapointe, Timothée Chalamet and Zendaya. Due to the great success and the never-ending demand, an extended, brand-new tour through Europe will follow from fall 2025 / spring 2026.

Gan-ya Ben-gur Akselrod, photo by Frank Embacher

Multiple Grammy-nominated Matt Dunkley is one of the world’s leading orchestrators, arrangers and conductors, and boasts an impressive career intertwined with the world of cinema. With a portfolio spanning over 200 movies and a diverse array of collaborations, Matt’s work stands out. His long-standing partnership with renowned composer Hans Zimmer has been evident in blockbuster films such the third and fourth “Pirates of the Caribbean” movies, “Inception,” “The Dark Knight,” “The Dark Knight Rises,” “No Time To Die,” “Kung Fu Panda 2,” “Kung Fu Panda 3” and “Top Gun: Maverick.” Further movie credits include “Barbie,” “Judy,” “Mission: Impossible – Rogue Nation,” “Star Wars: Andor,” “The Great Gatsby,” “Moulin Rouge,” “Love Actually,” “The Mummy,” “Iron Man,” “Elizabeth: The Golden Age,” “The Four Musketeers,” “Storm Force” and many more, as well as several series for British television and a number of video games including “Gotham Knights,” “Halo 4,” “Beyond: Two Souls” and “Halo 5.”

Matt has also contributed to the success of pop and rock acts, adding his touch to chart-topping hits. His collaborations extend to renowned celebrities such as Billie Eilish (his co-arrangement of her Bond song “No Time To Die” reached number one in the UK charts), Dua Lipa, Lizzo, U2, Sam Smith and many more. Having conducted esteemed orchestras worldwide, including the London Philharmonic Orchestra, the London Symphony Orchestra, the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, the Los Angeles Philharmonic, the Sydney Symphony Orchestra, the Hong Kong Philharmonic and the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra, to name just a few, Matt’s influence extends across the globe. His musical expertise has not only graced the silver screen but has also left an indelible mark on theatre and ballet. Matt’s journey from studying at the London College of Music to receiving an honorary Doctorate of Music in 2023 is nothing short of extraordinary. Embracing the world of contemporary dance and crafting critically acclaimed solo albums, Matt continues to put his stamp on the world of music and film.

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Semmel Concerts Entertainment GmbH is one of the leading live-event promoters in Europe and has for years ranked among POLLSTAR’s Top 10 promoters worldwide. Together with CTS Eventim AG, Europe’s biggest ticket service provider, the company has taken on a leading national and international position under the EVENTIM LIVE entertainment network umbrella. The Semmel Concerts network has roughly 150 employees at eight offices throughout Germany. The company also holds shares in Promoters Group Munich and Arena Berlin Betriebs GmbH and has been the sole shareholder of Show Factory Entertainment GmbH in Vienna since 2020.

In addition to the Semmel Concerts division, the company structure also includes Semmel Exhibitions and Semmel Artists & Events. Dieter Semmelmann is the CEO of the company. With a range of national and international themes and a variety of in-house productions, the company organizes more than 1,500 events with over 5 million visitors each year. Semmel Concerts Entertainment GmbH has earned several Live Entertainment Awards (LEA), including “Promoter of the Year.

Concerts West and AEG Presents are world leaders in the music and entertainment industries. Operating across five continents, CW + AEG have an unparalleled commitment to artistry, creativity, and community, and their tentpole festivals set the bar for the live music experience: Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival, British Summer Time Hyde Park, New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival, and more. Global tours include The Rolling Stones, Sabrina Carpenter, Luke Combs, and more. With a wide network of clubs, theaters, arenas, and stadiums, CW + AEG caters to artist development and audience satisfaction.

Tomek Productions is based in Vienna, Austria, and develops multimedia concert concepts with a focus on film and media music. With events such as Hollywood in Vienna, which are broadcast worldwide on television, as well as international touring productions such as The World of Hans Zimmer, Tomek Productions has established itself as a market leader in the field of film and media music events. Tomek Productions’ Managing Director and Creative Director is Sandra Tomek. The concerts are staged as a creative interplay of music, visuals, light and space, creating a harmonious, captivating and emotional ambience.

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