A worldwide, symphony orchestra "Star Wars" concert tour was announced at the San Diego Comic-Con on Thursday, with Anthony "C-3PO 4 life, bitches" Daniels to act as narrator and master of ceremonies. While many in the nerf-herding crowd are viewing this as George Lucas putting another nail in the coffin of his once universally beloved franchise, there have actually been several worse geek-courting musical ideas over the years. After watching these five clips, please direct yourself to the nearest football game or bikini contest.


5. "Lord of the Rings" in Concert

Another symphonic affair, this one's the most respectable of the bunch, and there's not a single underpaid actor in hobbit ears to be found. While tough old bird Christopher Lee's presence lends some gravitas to the proceedings, it's common knowledge that J.R.R. Tolkien's books had more terrible songs than a Ringo Starr '80s album.


4. Mighty Morphin' Power Rangers World Tour

Watch the actor in the Blue Ranger costume about 10 seconds in; he's thinking, "See, Pop? I told you all the debt you racked up to send me to Julliard would be worth it!" Either that, or "Lord Zed's totally gonna eat it, brah!" We're not even certain there are songs in this clip, but do really think we're gonna watch 10 minutes of this shite?

 

3.Masters of the Universe Power Tour

Do bands still consider it a big deal to play Radio City Music Hall? If so, maybe they should take a peek at this clip ... that place'll book anybody. Why do all of us around here suddenly feel the need to apologize to our parents? Now we know why Daddy drinks and screams "Grayskulllllll!!!!" in his sleep.

2. Pokemon Live!

First off, don't give us any crap for putting another kiddie show on this list. Do you know how many geeky 30-somethings can claim Pokemon collecting as their secret shame? Far too many. Seriously, pull up your friend's pants leg and look for a Bulbasaur tattoo. And this revue looks beyond painful; "Gotta catch it live"? Jay-zus...

1. Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles "Coming Out of Their Shells" Tour

1990 ... what a magical year to be a fan of ninjas, turtles, pizza and a good time. It's pretty amazing how guys in rubber suits can play keytars so well, right? And sing like badasses while barely moving those giant freakish lips? Splinter, take a bow ... you have trained them well. And ensured we have another 20 years of this kind of weird shit to look forward to.