The “Oscar-Worthy Scenes” project, where iconic film scenes were brought to life through live performances, met with its audience during a special gala on the evening of September 21 at BtcTurk Vadi Open-Air. Legendary scenes from the world of cinema were re-enacted on stage by renowned artists.
Nevra Serezli Stole the Spotlight as the Guest of Honor
Veteran actress Nevra Serezli, who has delivered unforgettable performances in both cinema and theater, graced the evening as the guest of honor, drawing great interest from the audience.
İrem Derici’s Lady Gaga Tribute
One of the most talked-about performances of the night was İrem Derici’s rendition of Lady Gaga’s “Shallow” from the film A Star is Born. Her powerful performance received high praise from the audience.
Oscar-Worthy Performances Dazzled on Stage
Gürgen Öz’s delivery of Chaplin’s Great Dictator Speech garnered a standing ovation, while Selen Öztürk captivated the audience with her “Show Must Go On” performance. Additionally, Tuana Yılmaz impressed with her tributes to Marilyn Monroe and Adele, while İpek Açar beautifully performed Audrey Hepburn’s “Moon River” from Breakfast at Tiffany’s.
Fırat Çelik and Yağmur Yüksel’s Take the Lead Performance Stuns the Audience
In addition, Fırat Çelik and Yağmur Yüksel performed a memorable scene from the film Take the Lead. Zeynep Atılgan brought the roles of Judy Garland and Rita Hayworth to life on stage, while Lilya İrem Salman and Cihan Nacar mesmerized the audience with the iconic tango scene from Scent of a Woman. Can Aslantuğ captivated as Elvis, and Yağmur Yüksel received much praise for her portrayal of Barbie.
An Unforgettable Night with the Hollywood Orchestra
Under the direction of Emil Tan Erten, the 17-member Hollywood Orchestra delivered a stunning performance alongside the musical cast. The project, filled with iconic scenes from cult classics like Dirty Dancing, The Wizard of Oz, Schindler’s List, and Pulp Fiction, left the audience in awe and received a standing ovation.
The visionary behind the project was Nurcan Karaca, also the creator of this summer’s standout event, “Hande Bizi Sezen’e Götür-Senfonik”. The production was directed by Uğur Babürhan, with Coşkun Turgut overseeing visual content, and choreography by İzmir Tenim.