星期一, 03, 十二月 2018

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Visit The Royal Albert Hall This Winter Season

Wonderfully warming world-class musical performances for the Winter season

Opening in 1871, world famous concert hall, The Royal Albert Hall continues to host the world’s leading figures in music and dance. Over 1.7 million people come to revel in the performances held here each year, and this winter, so can you. With a selection of different musical performances, ballet and children’s shows, The Royal Albert Hall has something for everyone to celebrate the winter season. 

 

Located a short stroll north of The Kensington, The Royal Albert Hall hosts a selection of performances, which are perfect for the winter season. This iconic venue sits in a Grade 1 listed building, creating a spectacular atmosphere for every evening of entertainment. Famous names to have graced the stage include Sir Alfred Hitchcock, The Spice Girls, Sir Bruce Forsyth CBE, Dame Julie Andrews and even Albert Einstein to name a few. Opened by Queen Victoria and named after her late husband, the venue played host tomany musical performances and today, over 390 shows are performed in the main auditorium each year. With a capacity of up to 5,272 seats, there is plenty of space for you to catch one of their magical performances this winter.

 

The Royal Albert Hall

Image from  https://www.royalalberthall.com

 

Classic Concerts

 

The Royal Albert Hall’s doors are open for a festive season of music and ballet. There’s still time to buy tickets to a traditional sing along at ‘Carols at the Royal Albert.’ You’ll be joining the wonderful Royal Choral Society, the National Youth Choir of Great Britain, the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra and Her Majesty’s Coldstream Guards in a show containing all of the festive favourites. If ballet is more your kind of thing, make sure you book tickets to see ‘The Nutcracker’, brought to you by Birmingham Royal Ballet and set alongside the classic Tchaikovsky score. 

 

Also on this season, an incredible performance from Cirque Du Soleil, bringing you their all-new creation, ‘Totem.’ Taking you on the journey of mankind, watch as they mesmerisingly twist, turn, flip and dance their way around the stage. If you’re a jazz-lover, attend the Hall’s ‘Late Night Jazz’ sessions, with new musicians each time, and listen to the smooth sounds of Chelsea Carmichael, Mc Maurice and Stefano Falcone. Furthermore, you can also catch some free music performances with ‘Free Friday Music’, featuring the likes of Kadialy Kouyate and Anselmo Netto. Here, you can enjoy delicious food and drink in the venue’s Verdi – Italian Kitchen alongside relaxing, atmospheric tunes.

 

The Nutcracker

Image from  https://www.royalalberthall.com

 

Performances for Children

 

After Christmas and your children are nursing their post-holiday blues, how about booking them into ‘Classical for Kids – Fantastic Flutes?’, this concert introduces the world of classical music to your children at this world-class venue.  Performances from top musicians include a selection of classic melodies, selected to engage your little ones. There’s plenty of space for your children to enjoy the music without the worry or expectation to stay quiet or still. 

 

Dining At Town House

 

Begin the night with dinner at Town House, The Kensington’s dining haven, with a delicious pre-theatre offering. Executive Chef Steve Gibbs has curated a menu with a strong focus on seasonal and fresh produce. Can we tempt you with Trealy Farm charcuterie or roast corn-fed chicken? The pre-theatre menu offers two courses for £20 or three courses for £25 and is available every day of the week from 5pm to 7pm.