Latest announcements and behind-the-scenes news from London’s most iconic venue.
Cirque du Soleil – OVO
7 January – 11 February 2018
Dive into an ecosystem teeming with crazy crickets, amazing ants and flexible fleas. Make your evening extra special with one of our premium hospitality packages.
Jethro Tull
Tuesday 17 April 2018
Ian Anderson and the Tull band return to the Hall to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the formation of one of the world’s most successful and best-loved prog rock bands.
Beethoven’s Ninth
Saturday 23 September
An unmissable all-Beethoven concert, featuring the monumental ‘Choral’ Symphony with its climactic Ode to Joy.
Jaws in Concert
Saturday 21 & Sunday 22 October
Catch the mother of all summer blockbusters on the big screen, with its iconic score performed live.
My Great Orchestral Adventure
Wednesday 25 October
Embark on a magical, musical journey this half-term, introducing young ears to the wonderful world of classical music.
The Addams Family in Concert
Thursday 26 October
Get in the mood for Halloween with this delightfully twisted comedy, screened with live orchestral accompaniment.
The Bootleg Beatles
Thursday 26 April 2018
Experience the quintessential tribute to the Fab Four, described as ‘Note perfect – exhilarating’ by The Times.
Afternoon Tea
On selected days of the week
Rated fourth best in London by Hello! Magazine, our afternoon tea offers a lovely selection of tea and treats.
K-Music: Heemoon Lee & Prelude
Elgar Room: Sunday 24 September
A visually-stunning yet humorous exploration of gender roles through the use of Korean folk music and jazz.
Neil Brand presents Silent Laughter
Elgar Room: Saturday 7 October
An hour of silent cinema for all the family, from the earliest trick films to the greatest of Hollywood clowns.
Alexis Ffrench
Elgar Room: Monday 20 November
Join classical pianist Alexis Ffrench for an evening of evocative, soaring melodies and luscious harmonies.
Get ready for the Last Night of the Proms on Saturday 9 September
This weekend, the world’s greatest classical music festival comes to a close, ending its season with what is sure to be yet another truly unforgettable Last Night of the Proms. Whether you’re watching it on TV, queuing up on the day, or lucky enough to have a ticket already, we’ve got you covered:
• Watch: relive the excitement of last year’s Last Night in three minutes
• The history of Jerusalem – England’s unofficial anthem
• Take a look back on 75 years of the Last Night of the Proms at the Hall
The Great Excavation: Learn about our major building development plans
If you’ve visited the Royal Albert Hall in recent months you may have noticed all sorts of scaffolding and building works going on around the building.
We’ve decided to give the place a good old clean-up, and carry out some expansion plans ahead of our 150th birthday in 2021. Click here to find out what we’ve been up to and what’s in store for the future of our beloved Grade I-listed building.
