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BUILT: 1951
SEATING CAPACITY: 2909
Royal Festival Hall History
Royal Festival Hall was built in 1951 as part of the Festival of Britain, the Grade I listed Hall is one of the world’s leading performance venues. The concert halls were originally funded and managed by the London County Council and their successors, the Greater London Council. The Centre became an independent arts organisation in April 1988, after two years operating as a constituent part of the Arts Council.
Shows at the Royal Festival Hall
DATES PRODUCTION 6/14/2019 - 7/5/2019 The Light in the Piazza (2019) 12/18/2017 - 1/4/2018 Slava's Snowshow (2017) 12/17/2012 - 1/7/2013 Slava's Snowshow (2012) 7/31/2007 - 9/2/2007 Carmen Jones (2007) 2/11/2005 - 2/12/2005 Candide (2005) 8/7/2003 - 9/6/2003 On Your Toes (2003) 8/6/2002 - 8/31/2002 Follies (2002) 6/15/2002 - 6/16/2002 Carousel (2002) 2/13/2000 - 2/13/2000 Sweeney Todd (2000) 6/7/1992 - 6/7/1992 Nine (1992) 7/1/1977 - 7/1/1977 Every Good Boy Deserves Favour (1977)
News
Interview: Mark Ball on Harry Styles and MELTDOWN at Southbank Centre
by Kat Mokrynski - Jun 14, 2026
Recently, we had the chance to speak with Mark Ball, the Artistic Director of the Southbank Centre. We discussed how he first got started in the arts industry and what led him to the Centre, the history of the Meltdown music festival and what it has been like working with Harry Styles as the artist curator this year.
by Kat Mokrynski - Jun 14, 2026
Recently, we had the chance to speak with Mark Ball, the Artistic Director of the Southbank Centre. We discussed how he first got started in the arts industry and what led him to the Centre, the history of the Meltdown music festival and what it has been like working with Harry Styles as the artist curator this year.
My Legrand Love of London: MELISSA ERRICO – GIRL SINGER IN LONDON
by Guest Blog: Melissa Errico - Jun 12, 2026
The New York-based cabaret star reflects on her love of London and how the city shaped her career in musical theater. She'll return there for a 7/12 show at Ronnie Scott's.
by Guest Blog: Melissa Errico - Jun 12, 2026
The New York-based cabaret star reflects on her love of London and how the city shaped her career in musical theater. She'll return there for a 7/12 show at Ronnie Scott's.
LABYRINTH: IN CONCERT to Return to London for 40th Anniversary Show
by Stephi Wild - Jun 9, 2026
Jim Henson's LABYRINTH: IN CONCERT announced a one-night show at London's Eventim Apollo, featuring David Bowie's isolated vocals and a live band performing Trevor Jones' score alongside the 1986 cult classic film.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 9, 2026
Jim Henson's LABYRINTH: IN CONCERT announced a one-night show at London's Eventim Apollo, featuring David Bowie's isolated vocals and a live band performing Trevor Jones' score alongside the 1986 cult classic film.
San Francisco Opera Pride Concert to Feature Sapphira Cristál, Dance Party With DJ Juanita More!
by Stephi Wild - Jun 9, 2026
San Francisco Opera will present its second annual Pride Concert at the War Memorial Opera House, featuring emcee Sapphira Cristál, conductor Robert Mollicone, and soloists Melody Moore, Nikola Printz, and Reginald Smith, Jr.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 9, 2026
San Francisco Opera will present its second annual Pride Concert at the War Memorial Opera House, featuring emcee Sapphira Cristál, conductor Robert Mollicone, and soloists Melody Moore, Nikola Printz, and Reginald Smith, Jr.
DISNEY PRINCESS – THE CONCERT Will Embark on UK and Ireland Tour in 2027
by Stephi Wild - Jun 1, 2026
DISNEY PRINCESS – THE CONCERT, produced by Disney Concerts, Broadway Princess Party, Cuffe & Taylor and Live Nation, announced its first-ever UK and Ireland tour, including five performances at London's Royal Festival Hall.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 1, 2026
DISNEY PRINCESS – THE CONCERT, produced by Disney Concerts, Broadway Princess Party, Cuffe & Taylor and Live Nation, announced its first-ever UK and Ireland tour, including five performances at London's Royal Festival Hall.
THE BEST OF TUBULAR BELLS I, II & III to Launch 2026 UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - May 26, 2026
Senbla will present THE BEST OF TUBULAR BELLS I, II & III on a UK autumn tour, featuring Robin Smith leading a live group through Tubular Bells I in full, plus extended sections of II and III and hit single Moonlight Shadow.
by Stephi Wild - May 26, 2026
Senbla will present THE BEST OF TUBULAR BELLS I, II & III on a UK autumn tour, featuring Robin Smith leading a live group through Tubular Bells I in full, plus extended sections of II and III and hit single Moonlight Shadow.
PLAYING WITH FIRE: AN IMMERSIVE ODYSSEY WITH YUJA WANG to Make UK Premiere at Southbank Centre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 21, 2026
Southbank Centre will present the UK premiere of Playing With Fire: An Immersive Odyssey with Yuja Wang, a mixed-reality experience placing audiences inside a live piano recital at Royal Festival Hall.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 21, 2026
Southbank Centre will present the UK premiere of Playing With Fire: An Immersive Odyssey with Yuja Wang, a mixed-reality experience placing audiences inside a live piano recital at Royal Festival Hall.
500 Steel Pan Players to Take Over Southbank Centre for STEEL SCENES
by Stephi Wild - May 21, 2026
Southbank Centre announced STEEL SCENES, a weekend festival uniting over 500 musicians and 25 steel bands to mark 75 years since steel pan was first heard live in the UK at the South Bank.
by Stephi Wild - May 21, 2026
Southbank Centre announced STEEL SCENES, a weekend festival uniting over 500 musicians and 25 steel bands to mark 75 years since steel pan was first heard live in the UK at the South Bank.
National Youth Theatre to Launch New Projects for 70th Anniversary with Netflix and StudioCanal
by Stephi Wild - May 20, 2026
National Youth Theatre announced a second wave of 70th anniversary projects, including THE BIG PLAY with playwright Chris Bush, STORYFEST 2026 supported by StudioCanal, and LETTERS TO MY YOUNGER FUTURE SELF at the Royal Festival Hall, backed by Netflix.
by Stephi Wild - May 20, 2026
National Youth Theatre announced a second wave of 70th anniversary projects, including THE BIG PLAY with playwright Chris Bush, STORYFEST 2026 supported by StudioCanal, and LETTERS TO MY YOUNGER FUTURE SELF at the Royal Festival Hall, backed by Netflix.
Taylor Mac's HOLIDAY SAUCE Will Come to the Soho Theatre Walthamstow
by A.A. Cristi - May 15, 2026
Tony nominee and Pulitzer Prize finalist Taylor Mac will perform HOLIDAY SAUCE live in the UK for the first time at Soho Theatre Walthamstow, blending music, film, burlesque and what Mac calls 'random acts of fabulousness.'
by A.A. Cristi - May 15, 2026
Tony nominee and Pulitzer Prize finalist Taylor Mac will perform HOLIDAY SAUCE live in the UK for the first time at Soho Theatre Walthamstow, blending music, film, burlesque and what Mac calls 'random acts of fabulousness.'
Guildford Choral & Symphony Orchestra to Present MESSA DI GLORIA at GLive
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 13, 2026
Guildford Choral and Guildford Symphony Orchestra will reunite at GLive for a program featuring Puccini's Messi Di Gloria, Haydn's Te Deum, and Dvořák's Symphony No. 8, with soloists Sang Eup Son and Trevor Eliot Bowes.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 13, 2026
Guildford Choral and Guildford Symphony Orchestra will reunite at GLive for a program featuring Puccini's Messi Di Gloria, Haydn's Te Deum, and Dvořák's Symphony No. 8, with soloists Sang Eup Son and Trevor Eliot Bowes.
CBEEBIES HOUSE PARTY LIVE Adds New UK Tour Dates
by Stephi Wild - May 7, 2026
CBEEBIES HOUSE PARTY LIVE has confirmed additional UK tour dates, expanding its run to include Aberdeen, Sheffield, Bristol, London, and Stockton, alongside previously announced cities.
by Stephi Wild - May 7, 2026
CBEEBIES HOUSE PARTY LIVE has confirmed additional UK tour dates, expanding its run to include Aberdeen, Sheffield, Bristol, London, and Stockton, alongside previously announced cities.
The Southbank Centre Launches 75th Anniversary Celebrations With The Pin Drop
by A.A. Cristi - May 1, 2026
The Southbank Centre marked its 75th anniversary with the Pin Drop, a 20-metre-high temporary installation by Gareth Pugh and Carson McColl, kicking off YOU ARE HERE, a sitewide takeover at Europe's largest arts centre.
by A.A. Cristi - May 1, 2026
The Southbank Centre marked its 75th anniversary with the Pin Drop, a 20-metre-high temporary installation by Gareth Pugh and Carson McColl, kicking off YOU ARE HERE, a sitewide takeover at Europe's largest arts centre.
Southbank Centre Reveals Lineup For SOUTH ASIAN SOUNDS Festival
by Stephi Wild - Apr 29, 2026
Southbank Centre announced the full line-up for South Asian Sounds, a five-day series spanning classical, orchestral, and diasporic pop across Royal Festival Hall, Queen Elizabeth Hall, and Purcell Room.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 29, 2026
Southbank Centre announced the full line-up for South Asian Sounds, a five-day series spanning classical, orchestral, and diasporic pop across Royal Festival Hall, Queen Elizabeth Hall, and Purcell Room.
CIRQUE ALICE Will Make European Premiere at Southbank Centre's Royal Festival Hall
by Stephi Wild - Apr 14, 2026
Following sell-out seasons in Australia and Singapore, Roast Productions and Senbla announced the European premiere season of Cirque Alice, a brand new show from the creators of the 'Circus 1903.'
by Stephi Wild - Apr 14, 2026
Following sell-out seasons in Australia and Singapore, Roast Productions and Senbla announced the European premiere season of Cirque Alice, a brand new show from the creators of the 'Circus 1903.'
Pulp and Scritti Politti to Headline ROUGH TRADE 50 Weekender at Southbank Centre
by Stephi Wild - Apr 14, 2026
This summer, indie icon Rough Trade will take over the Southbank Centre for a weekend-long celebration of 50 years in the business as one of Britain's most influential independent music institutions.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 14, 2026
This summer, indie icon Rough Trade will take over the Southbank Centre for a weekend-long celebration of 50 years in the business as one of Britain's most influential independent music institutions.
San Francisco Opera Will Celebrate Pride With Concert Hosted By Sapphira Cristál
by Stephi Wild - Apr 9, 2026
San Francisco Opera will present its second annual Pride Concert on June 26 at the War Memorial Opera House, hosted by Sapphira Cristál, with conductor Robert Mollicone leading soloists Melody Moore, Nikola Printz, and Reginald Smith, Jr.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 9, 2026
San Francisco Opera will present its second annual Pride Concert on June 26 at the War Memorial Opera House, hosted by Sapphira Cristál, with conductor Robert Mollicone leading soloists Melody Moore, Nikola Printz, and Reginald Smith, Jr.
Harry Styles Unveils First Wave of Lineup for Meltdown Festival Curation
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 8, 2026
A slew of diverse artists have been revealed as those performing at Harry Styles’ Meltdown, taking place 11–21 June 2026 as part of its 75th anniversary year.
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 8, 2026
A slew of diverse artists have been revealed as those performing at Harry Styles’ Meltdown, taking place 11–21 June 2026 as part of its 75th anniversary year.
Renu Arora Awarded Peggy Ramsay Award for New Writing of THE BURGUNDY BOOK
by Stephi Wild - Mar 31, 2026
Renu Arora, the award winning disabled actor, singer, writer and composer, has been awarded the Peggy Ramsay Foundation Grant. The £5,000 award supports the development of The Burgundy Book.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 31, 2026
Renu Arora, the award winning disabled actor, singer, writer and composer, has been awarded the Peggy Ramsay Foundation Grant. The £5,000 award supports the development of The Burgundy Book.
Amelia Dimoldenberg, Ash Sarkar, and Olly Alexander Will Lead LETTERS TO THE FUTURE Weekend at Southbank Centre
by Stephi Wild - Mar 31, 2026
Cultural figures AMELIA DIMOLDBERG, ASH SARKAR, and OLLY ALEXANDER will lead the ‘Letters To The Future’ weekend at Southbank Centre, addressing key issues and celebrating youth perspectives.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 31, 2026
Cultural figures AMELIA DIMOLDBERG, ASH SARKAR, and OLLY ALEXANDER will lead the ‘Letters To The Future’ weekend at Southbank Centre, addressing key issues and celebrating youth perspectives.
Royal Festival Hall Frequently Asked Questions
What show is currently in Royal Festival Hall?
Royal Festival Hall's current show is The Light in the Piazza which began performances on 6/14/2019.
What when was Royal Festival Hall built?
Royal Festival Hall was built in 1951.
How many seats does Royal Festival Hall have?
Royal Festival Hall has 2909 seats.
What were the longest running shows at Royal Festival Hall?
Carmen Jones which ran from 07/31/2007 to 09/02/2007
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