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Sign o’ the Times

1 December 2024

In the Playhouse

Cinema

USA | 1987 | English | Concert Film | M

In a one-of-a-kind concert film, Prince and his band bring his Grammy-nominated album Sign o’ the Times to life, showcasing Prince at the peak of his musical powers.

A svelte jolt of everything that captures Prince at his most dazzling: the singing, the dancing, the multi-instrumental talent, the rapport with his band and those bolero-chic outfits.

Rolling Stone

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Prince sets the stage alight in this concert film classic

Featuring a breathtaking bravura performance by Prince and his band, Sign o' the Times retains its status as one of the greatest concert films of all time. In front of a crowd at the Rotterdam Music Hall, Prince and his talented troupe including legendary drummer Sheila E. are captured in a blaze of glory as they perform 13 knockout numbers. Neon signs flash above the stage – suggesting the honky-tonk district of a big city – and between songs there are vignettes of street life. In constant motion and never far from centre stage is Prince himself, Minnesota’s charismatic virtuoso.

Presented by Sydney Opera House

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Credits

Prince
Director

Robert Cavallo
Joseph Ruffalo
Steven Fargnoli
Producers

Cast

Prince

Sheila E.

Sheena Easton

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