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6 The Legend of Zelda FRI, JUL 7 | DELL HALL | 8PM The Hit Franchise Returns With a New Game and a Live Show Back in Austin for an incredible fifth time, "e Legend of Zelda: Symphony of the Goddesses" is for many fans of Nintendo's game franchise the real-life culmination of hours of play and years of exploration. Game after game, the musical themes pioneered by legendary composer Koji Kondo (also of Mario Brothers fame) are what have lodged the franchise in the minds of its devotees. But the music of Zelda's latest game "Breath of the Wild" sets itself apart from the rest. Considered by some to be the best Zelda yet, "Breath of the Wild" sees Link in a ruined kingdom with no memory, an uncharacteristically melancholic tone and departure from the optimistic vibe of "Windwaker" and heroic feel of "Ocarina of Time." Still, the classic themes are there if you look for them. No longer limited by the sound capabilities of early gaming consoles, Kondo's original melodies have blossomed over the years, creating an immersive and nostalgic experience for the player whether they're fighting Bokoblins, solving dungeons or galloping across the whole of Hyrule on the back of trusty steed Epona. "Breath of the Wild" composer Manaka Kataoka has brought Link's journey full circle, utilizing themes from multiple games at different points in this newest release. Story-dependent theme development heightens the drama, and gives new life to the original 8-bit tunes. And just like "Breath of the Wild," "Symphony of the Goddesses" is the fan's chance to revisit and explore the limitless themes of the Zelda universe on a grand scale. With projected visuals and the impressive sounds of the Austin Symphony Orchestra and Chorus Austin, nostalgia and sensory memory come to a head in this celebration of much- beloved Nintendo magic. LONG CENTER PRESENTS 6 2017 S U M M E R/FA L L S E A S O N