Royal Albert Hall Announces Their Monthly Listings

The Royal Albert Hall was built to fulfil the vision of Prince Albert (Queen Victoria's consort) of a 'Central Hall' that would be used to promote understanding and appreciation of the Arts and Sciences and would stand at the heart of the South Kensington estate, surrounded by museums and places of learning.

ANTHEMS: THE CONCERT
Sunday 1 May, 4pm and 8pm

Kerry Ellis and Brian May perform the Anthems album live for the first time in aid of Leukaemia and Lymphoma Research.

Tickets: £25 - £72.50
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HARROW YOUNG MUSICIANS
Monday 2 May, 7pm

Dancers and choirs from Harrow Schools perform music by legends including Stevie Wonder and Sting.

Tickets: £2.50 - £25
Tickets available from Harrow Young Musicians at 020 8420 1519
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RUSSELL WATSON
Tuesday 3 May, 7.30pm

The tenor returns with material from his latest album La Voce.

Tickets: £22.98 - £76.60
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FOR DUSTY.... A TRIBUTE
Thursday 5 May, 7.30pm

A host of stars including Stacey Solomon and Mica Paris celebrate the work of the late soul legend.

Tickets: £39.50 - £65
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NITIN SAWHNEY
Friday 6 May, 7.30pm

One of the most influential and creative talents launches his new album Last Days of Meaning including a new Royal Albert Hall organ commission.
Tickets: £12.50 - £45
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LONDON MEN'S CONVENTION
Saturday 7 May, 10am

The Christian convention returns with a variety of guests speakers including Mark Driscoll.

Tickets: £30 - £33
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HAYDN'S CREATION
Sunday 8 May, 7pm

The Really Big Chorus present Haydn's classic oratorio Creation at the Hall for the first time since 2003.

Tickets: £16 - £36
For singing tickets please visit
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MIKE + THE MECHANICS
Monday 9 May, 8pm

Following a six-year hiatus the band are back with stunning new album The Road.

Tickets: £35 - £60
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CLASSIC BRIT AWARDS 2011
Thursday 12 May, 8pm

Myleene Klass hosts the annual classical music awards, now in their twelfth year.

Tickets: £20 - £65
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ABBAPHONIC
Friday 13 May, 7.30pm

The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra celebrates the music of legendary Swedish band ABBA.

Tickets: £10 - £50
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STARS IN THE ROUND
Saturday 14 May, 6.30pm

Mardi Gras productions return to fill the Hall with the finest young talent from across the UK.

Tickets: £28 - £40 (on sale 1 May)
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MAHLER SYMPHONY No. 8
Sunday 15 May, 7.30pm

Five choirs including the Vivace Chorus combine with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra to perform Mahler's great choral work.

Tickets: £5 - £40
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ERIC CLAPTON
Tuesday 17 - Tuesday 24 May, 7.30pm

The legendary guitarist returns following the release of his 19th solo album Clapton.

Tickets: £35 - £85
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THE MONKEES
Thursday 19 May, 7.30pm

The original TV boyband are back for more Monkee Business to celebrate their 45th anniversary.

Tickets: £27.50 - £60 (returns only)
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THE STRAITS
Sunday 22 May, 7.30pm

Former members of Dire Straits join together for a one-off charity show in aid of The Lord's Taverners youth charity.

Tickets: £27.50 - £45
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AN EVENING WITH ROGER HODGSON
Wednesday 25 May, 8pm

The songwriter, vocalist and co-founder of Supertramp returns to the Hall.

Tickets: £27.50 - £45
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ERIC CLAPTON AND STEVE WINWOOD
Thursday 26 May - Wednesday 1 June, 7.30pm

The former Blind Faith bandmates reunite for a series of very special concerts.

Tickets: £35 - £85
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ZUCCHERO
Sunday 28 May, 7.30pm

The Italian international superstar returns to the Hall following the release of his new album Chocabeck.

Tickets: £25 - £40
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RICHARD MARX
Tuesday 31 May, 7.30pm

The 30 million-selling singer/songwriter returns to the UK for an exclusive performance

Tickets: £27.50 - £37.50
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MORE AT THE HALL
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ELGAR ROOM
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ELGAR COMEDY
Our comedy series returns. In association with www.comedy.co.uk. Over 16s only.

Wednesday 18 May - Nina Conti

Tickets: £12. £15 for 19 May
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LATE NIGHT JAZZ
Enjoy late night jazz by dynamic young artists, cocktails and fabulous food in the relaxed setting of the Elgar Room. From 10pm onwards.

Thursday 5 May - Natalie Williams

Wednesday 11 May - Steve Fishwick Trio

Thursday 19 May - Liane Caroll

Tickets: £12. £15 for 19 May
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CLASSICAL COFFEE MORNINGS
Enjoy music by talented musicians from the Royal College of Music whilst enjoying an inclusive hot drink and pastry from 11am

Sunday 1 May - Ha Young Jung

Sunday 8 May - David Malusa

Sunday 15 May - Amy Turner

Sunday 22 May - Toby Street plus the Borealis Ensemble

Sunday 29 May - Robyn Allegra Parton & Belinda Jones

Tickets: £11
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FAMILY IGNITE

Join Royal Albert Hall Learning & Participation's resident orchestra as they explore the music associated with famous people throughout history.

Monday 30 May, 12 noon and 2.30pm - Albert's Band: Famous Faces

Free Entry
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CAFÉ CONSORT

IGNITE

Free lunchtime jazz and world music - just turn up and enjoy in the relaxed atmosphere of the Café from 12 noon.

 

Tuesday 10 May - Pimlico Steel Band (Junior ignite)

Friday 13 May - Benoit Viellefon & his Orchestra

Friday 20 May - Alex Stewart

Friday 27 May - Rocky Lawrence

Free Entry
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IGNITE BRUNCH
Enjoy a welcome drink, two-course brunch menu, tea or coffee and vibrant live music from 11.30am. The perfect opportunity to relax and enjoy a lazy Sunday brunch!

Sunday 15 May - Oh La La!

Sunday 22 May - Sumaya Flamenco

Charlie Wood Trio
Tickets: £28.50, £15 under 12s
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REFLECT - FREE EXHIBITION SERIES:

A YEAR IN THE LIFE OF THE ROYAL ALBERT HALL
Saturday 23 April - Thursday 7 June

The Hall has partnered with the Royal Watercolour Society to commission a year in the life of the Hall through a series of paintings. Artists have been studying backstage and behind the scenes of the venue and capturing the events and audiences throughout 2010

 

Free Open Days:

Saturday 23 April, 11am - 3pm

Sunday 15 May, 11am - 3pm

Saturday 21 May, 11am - 3pm

Free Entry
Ground floor corridor
Enter through Door 1
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TOURS

Join our entertaining guides for a journey through the fascinating history of this iconic building and experience the excitement inside one of the most famous entertainment venues in the world. For further information please call the Box Office.

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EVENTS PREVIEW
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June 2011
1 Edinburgh Preview: Richard Herring and Tom Deacon [Elgar Room]
2 Royal Philharmonic Orchestra: Film Music Gala
3 Donovan
4 Salvation Army International Staff Band 120th Anniversary Celebrations
7 All Angels [Elgar Room]
9-19 Strictly Gershwin
12 Jessie Buckley [Elgar Room]
21-22 Michael Ball
22 Bright Eyes
24 Edinburgh Preview: Steve Hall and Gareth Richards [Elgar Room]
25 Grand Organ Gala
26 Royal Philharmonic Orchestra: Great Classics: Smetana/Grieg/Orff
27 AfroCubism
28 B.B. King
29 Liza Minnelli
30 Janet Jackson

July 2011
2-3 Janet Jackson
6 Edinburgh Preview: Ahir Shah and Andy Zaltzman [Elgar Room]
8 The Sunflower Jam: Superjam 2011

15 July - 10 September - BBC PROMS 2011

September 2011
23 Adele
24 Elgar at the Royal Albert Hall

October 2011
5 Royal Philharmonic Orchestra: Great Classics: Tchaikovsky Portrait
8 Crosby & Nash
9 Four Seasons by Candlelight
11 Spiritualized
13 International Ballroom Dancing Championships 2011
16 Alternative Hair Show
17 Pink Martini with the BBC Concert Orchesta
18 Royal Philharmonic Orchestra: Popular Classics: Symphonic Queen
20 Sezen Aksu
21 Matt Goss
22 Carmina Burana
23 Matrix Live

 

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