Candlelight: Coldplay and Imagine Dragons

If you’ve ever wondered what “Viva La Vida” or “Radioactive” might sound like stripped of stadium bombast and reimagined for strings, this is your chance to find out. The Beacon Street Quartet takes over the Sanctuary at Old South Church for a candlelit tribute to Coldplay and Imagine Dragons, and the setting does a lot of the heavy lifting here. The church’s soaring ceilings and stained glass give these pop anthems a surprising sense of intimacy, and the candlelight isn’t just for show—it actually changes how you hear the music. The arrangements lean into the drama and melody, so even if you’ve heard “Clocks” a thousand times, you’ll catch something new. It’s a rare opportunity to hear familiar songs in a space that makes them feel unfamiliar in the best way. If you’re looking for a different kind of night out, this is it.