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Eric ClaptonEric ClaptonEric ClaptonLegendary guitarist Eric Clapton returns to his favourite London venue to celebrate his 50th year as a professional musician. Over the last half-century Clapton has established himself as one of the most influential guitarists of all time - and he's the only three-time inductee to the Rock of Roll Hall of Fame. "This is like walking into my front r20th May 2013Thursday 23rd May 2013 Where:
Royal Albert Hall,   Kensington Gore      SW7 2AP
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Eric Clapton
event  Running until Thursday 23rd May 2013
VENUE  Royal Albert Hall 
Legendary guitarist Eric Clapton returns to his favourite London venue to celebrate his 50th year as a professional musician. Over the last half... More about this event
 
More At The Hall Summer SeriesMore At The Hall Summer SeriesMore At The Hall Summer SeriesFrom jazz in the Café Consort to comedy and classical concerts in the Elgar Room, the Royal Albert Hall's More at the Hall summer series offers a wide range of free and excellent value activities outside the prestigious venue's main auditorium. Highlights include a five-night residency from Alexandra Burke in June singing Billie Holiday songs, a n20th May 2013Sunday 11th August 2013 Where:
Royal Albert Hall,   Kensington Gore      SW7 2AP
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Ongoing
More At The Hall Summer Series
event  Saturday 4th May 2013 to Sunday 11th August 2013
VENUE  Royal Albert Hall 
From jazz in the Café Consort to comedy and classical concerts in the Elgar Room, the Royal Albert Hall's More at the Hall summer series offers... More about this event
 
ZuccheroZuccheroZuccheroItalian singing sensation Zucchero performs his greatest hits along with tracks from his latest album, La Sesión Cubana, which was recorded in Havana and features collaborations with some of Cuba's most important musicians. Once described by Ray Charles (no less) as "probably one of the best blues musicians I've ever worked with", Zucchero burst o22nd May 2013Wednesday 22nd May 2013 Where:
Royal Albert Hall,   Kensington Gore      SW7 2AP
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Zucchero
event  Wednesday 22nd May 2013
VENUE  Royal Albert Hall 
Italian singing sensation Zucchero performs his greatest hits along with tracks from his latest album, La Sesión Cubana, which was recorded in ... More about this event
 
Peter Michaels TrioPeter Michaels TrioLatin and jazz by the guitarist with his accompanying musicians.24th May 2013Friday 24th May 2013 Where:
Royal Albert Hall,   Kensington Gore      SW7 2AP
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Peter Michaels Trio
event  Friday 24th May 2013
VENUE  Royal Albert Hall 
Latin and jazz by the guitarist with his accompanying musicians.
 
Roger HodgsonRoger HodgsonRoger HodgsonThe legendary songwriter and vocalist Roger Hodgson - the former frontman of 80s progressive rock outfit Supertramp - performs both solo work and some classic Supertramp hits such as Dreamer, Breakfast in America, The Logical Song and It's Raining Again.25th May 2013Saturday 25th May 2013 Where:
Royal Albert Hall,   Kensington Gore      SW7 2AP
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Roger Hodgson
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Roger Hodgson
event  Saturday 25th May 2013
VENUE  Royal Albert Hall 
The legendary songwriter and vocalist Roger Hodgson - the former frontman of 80s progressive rock outfit Supertramp - performs both solo work an... More about this event
 
Soh-Yon Kim, Arthur Boutillier, Junnan Sun And Maksim ShtshuraSoh-Yon Kim, Arthur Boutillier, Junnan Sun And Maksim ShtshuraThe Royal College of Music students perform The Quartet For The End Of Time by Olivier Messiaen.26th May 2013Sunday 26th May 2013 Where:
Royal Albert Hall,   Kensington Gore      SW7 2AP
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Soh-Yon Kim, Arthur Boutillier, Junnan Sun And Maksim Shtshura
event  Sunday 26th May 2013
VENUE  Royal Albert Hall 
The Royal College of Music students perform The Quartet For The End Of Time by Olivier Messiaen.
 
Mark KnopflerMark KnopflerMark KnopflerOne of Britain's biggest exports returns to the prestigious venue for six special nights to promote his latest album Privateering ("a warm, authentic and durable record" - The Telegraph). The former Dire Straits frontman is hailed as one of the greatest guitarists of all time and has sold in excess of 120 million albums. At these eagerly anticipate27th May 2013Saturday 1st June 2013 Where:
Royal Albert Hall,   Kensington Gore      SW7 2AP
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Mark Knopfler
event  Running from Monday 27th May 2013 until Saturday 1st June 2013
VENUE  Royal Albert Hall 
One of Britain's biggest exports returns to the prestigious venue for six special nights to promote his latest album Privateering ("a warm, auth... More about this event
 
Family Ignite - Princes & PrincessesFamily Ignite - Princes & PrincessesA family concert with a regal theme.28th May 2013Tuesday 28th May 2013 Where:
Royal Albert Hall,   Kensington Gore      SW7 2AP
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Family Ignite - Princes & Princesses
event  Tuesday 28th May 2013
VENUE  Royal Albert Hall 
A family concert with a regal theme.
 
Discover Victoria And Albert: Workshop (Ages 5-11)Discover Victoria And Albert: Workshop (Ages 5-11)Hands-on storytelling and art activities about the hall's creation and history.28th May 2013Thursday 30th May 2013 Where:
Royal Albert Hall,   Kensington Gore      SW7 2AP
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Discover Victoria And Albert: Workshop (Ages 5-11)
event  Running from Tuesday 28th May 2013 until Thursday 30th May 2013
VENUE  Royal Albert Hall 
Hands-on storytelling and art activities about the hall's creation and history.
 
Funny TummyFunny TummyContemporary drawings and graphic design by the illustrator who gained international recognition for his portrait of singer Rihanna.29th May 2013Monday 1st July 2013 Where:
Royal Albert Hall,   Kensington Gore      SW7 2AP
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Funny Tummy
event  Running from Wednesday 29th May 2013 until Monday 1st July 2013
VENUE  Royal Albert Hall 
Contemporary drawings and graphic design by the illustrator who gained international recognition for his portrait of singer Rihanna.
 
Ma Polaine's Great DeclineMa Polaine's Great DeclineThe London-based outfit performs a vaudevillian influenced mix of country, folk, Gypsy jazz and Delta blues.31st May 2013Friday 31st May 2013 Where:
Royal Albert Hall,   Kensington Gore      SW7 2AP
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Ma Polaine's Great Decline
event  Friday 31st May 2013
VENUE  Royal Albert Hall 
The London-based outfit performs a vaudevillian influenced mix of country, folk, Gypsy jazz and Delta blues.
 
Coronation SingalongCoronation SingalongPianist and musical director Jonathan Cohen leads singers Alison Jiear, Tim Howar, The London Concert Chorus and The London Concert Orchestra in performing a varied programme of classic songs.2nd June 2013Sunday 2nd June 2013 Where:
Royal Albert Hall,   Kensington Gore      SW7 2AP
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Coronation Singalong
event  Sunday 2nd June 2013
VENUE  Royal Albert Hall 
Pianist and musical director Jonathan Cohen leads singers Alison Jiear, Tim Howar, The London Concert Chorus and The London Concert Orchestra in
 
Royal Philharmonic Orchestra/Royal Choral Society/Fanfare Trumpeters Of The Band Of The Royal ArtillRoyal Philharmonic Orchestra/Royal Choral Society/Fanfare Trumpeters Of The Band Of The Royal ArtillAnthony Inglis conducts Handel's Zadok The Priest, Music For The Royal Fireworks and Hallelujah Chorus, Holst's Jupiter, Williams's Fantastia On Greensleeves, Butterworth's Banks Of Green Willow, Elgar's Nimrod and Cello Concerto, plus Walton's Crown Imperial and some patriotic songs, with Julian Lloyd-Webber, cello and Ruth Jenkins, soprano.2nd June 2013Sunday 2nd June 2013 Where:
Royal Albert Hall,   Kensington Gore      SW7 2AP
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Royal Philharmonic Orchestra/Royal Choral Society/Fanfare Trumpeters Of The Band Of The Royal Artill
event  Sunday 2nd June 2013
VENUE  Royal Albert Hall 
Anthony Inglis conducts Handel's Zadok The Priest, Music For The Royal Fireworks and Hallelujah Chorus, Holst's Jupiter, Williams's Fantastia On
 
Bruce ForsythBruce ForsythThe veteran TV presenter and funnyman performs jazz standards and classic pop from his album These Are My Favourites to celebrate 70 years in show business.3rd June 2013Monday 3rd June 2013 Where:
Royal Albert Hall,   Kensington Gore      SW7 2AP
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Bruce Forsyth
event  Monday 3rd June 2013
VENUE  Royal Albert Hall 
The veteran TV presenter and funnyman performs jazz standards and classic pop from his album These Are My Favourites to celebrate 70 years in sh
 
Elvis Costello & The ImpostersElvis Costello & The ImpostersElvis Costello & The Imposters Fresh from the success of last year's Revolver tour, legendary genre-bending musician Elvis Costello returns to the Royal Albert Hall with his band The Imposters for a fresh whirl of his gigantic vaudevillian Spectacular Spinning Songbook. Part of the prolific Costello's new 13 Revolvers tour, the concept is deliciously simple: after each perform4th June 2013Wednesday 5th June 2013 Where:
Royal Albert Hall,   Kensington Gore      SW7 2AP
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Elvis Costello & The Imposters
event  Running from Tuesday 4th June 2013 until Wednesday 5th June 2013
VENUE  Royal Albert Hall 
Fresh from the success of last year's Revolver tour, legendary genre-bending musician Elvis Costello returns to the Royal Albert Hall with his... More about this event
 
Trey And FreddieTrey And FreddieFolk, country and indie mixture duo from Lewisham.6th June 2013Thursday 6th June 2013 Where:
Royal Albert Hall,   Kensington Gore      SW7 2AP
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Trey And Freddie
event  Thursday 6th June 2013
VENUE  Royal Albert Hall 
Folk, country and indie mixture duo from Lewisham.
 
Atongo ZimbaAtongo ZimbaThe UK-based musician from Ghana performs a mix of world, jazz and funk.7th June 2013Friday 7th June 2013 Where:
Royal Albert Hall,   Kensington Gore      SW7 2AP
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Atongo Zimba
event  Friday 7th June 2013
VENUE  Royal Albert Hall 
The UK-based musician from Ghana performs a mix of world, jazz and funk.
 
Royal Philharmonic Orchestra: The Great ClassicsRoyal Philharmonic Orchestra: The Great ClassicsAndrew Greenwood conducts Beethoven's Piano Concerto No 5 'Emperor' and Symphony No 9 'Choral' featuring Royal Choral Society and Guildford Choral Society, plus pianist Alexandra Dariescu, soprano Rachel Nicholls, mezzo-soprano Louise Winter, tenor Christopher Turner and baritone Stephen Gadd.7th June 2013Friday 7th June 2013 Where:
Royal Albert Hall,   Kensington Gore      SW7 2AP
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Royal Philharmonic Orchestra: The Great Classics
event  Friday 7th June 2013
VENUE  Royal Albert Hall 
Andrew Greenwood conducts Beethoven's Piano Concerto No 5 'Emperor' and Symphony No 9 'Choral' featuring Royal Choral Society and Guildford Chor
 
USA Western Territory Staff Songsters/International Staff Band/ International Staff Songsters/UnitedUSA Western Territory Staff Songsters/International Staff Band/ International Staff Songsters/UnitedThe ensemble performs a concert of gospel music.8th June 2013Saturday 8th June 2013 Where:
Royal Albert Hall,   Kensington Gore      SW7 2AP
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USA Western Territory Staff Songsters/International Staff Band/ International Staff Songsters/United
event  Saturday 8th June 2013
VENUE  Royal Albert Hall 
The ensemble performs a concert of gospel music.
 
Dinara KlintonDinara KlintonThe pianist performs LV Beethoven's Sonata, Liszt's Sonetto Del Petrarca, Verdi's9th June 2013Sunday 9th June 2013 Where:
Royal Albert Hall,   Kensington Gore      SW7 2AP
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Dinara Klinton
event  Sunday 9th June 2013
VENUE  Royal Albert Hall 
The pianist performs LV Beethoven's Sonata, Liszt's Sonetto Del Petrarca, Verdi's
 
EnchanteuseEnchanteuseThe group performs the music of Edith Piaf and Marlene Dietrich.9th June 2013Sunday 9th June 2013 Where:
Royal Albert Hall,   Kensington Gore      SW7 2AP
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Enchanteuse
event  Sunday 9th June 2013
VENUE  Royal Albert Hall 
The group performs the music of Edith Piaf and Marlene Dietrich.
 
James RhodesJames RhodesThe pianist performs Beethoven's Sonata No 15 In D, 'Pastoral' and Chopin's Scherzo No 2 In B Flat Minor.9th June 2013Sunday 9th June 2013 Where:
Royal Albert Hall,   Kensington Gore      SW7 2AP
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James Rhodes
event  Sunday 9th June 2013
VENUE  Royal Albert Hall 
The pianist performs Beethoven's Sonata No 15 In D, 'Pastoral' and Chopin's Scherzo No 2 In B Flat Minor.
 
English National Ballet Working Stage Rehearsal: Swan LakeEnglish National Ballet Working Stage Rehearsal: Swan LakeWatch the English National Ballet's final full stage rehearsal the night before their in-the-round version of Swan Lake officially opens at the Royal Albert Hall. These working rehearsals, in which the performers may not be in full costume or make-up, are for the benefit of the creative and technical staff but also offer us a behind-the-scenes look11th June 2013Tuesday 11th June 2013 Where:
Royal Albert Hall,   Kensington Gore      SW7 2AP
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English National Ballet Working Stage Rehearsal: Swan Lake
event  Tuesday 11th June 2013
VENUE  Royal Albert Hall 
Watch the English National Ballet's final full stage rehearsal the night before their in-the-round version of Swan Lake officially opens at the ... More about this event
 
MaJiKerMaJiKerProducer, songwriter and remixer MaJiKer, alias Matthew Ker, performs a collection of Nordic folk melodies interpreted by eclectic voices.11th June 2013Tuesday 11th June 2013 Where:
Royal Albert Hall,   Kensington Gore      SW7 2AP
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MaJiKer
event  Tuesday 11th June 2013
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Producer, songwriter and remixer MaJiKer, alias Matthew Ker, performs a collection of Nordic folk melodies interpreted by eclectic voices.
 
English National Ballet: Swan LakeEnglish National Ballet: Swan LakeEnglish National Ballet: Swan LakeThe Royal Albert Hall will be transformed into a magical lake this June as Derek Deane's critically acclaimed 'Swan Lake' is revived in the round. The production enjoyed a successful run at the London Coliseum last summer that was praised in reviews: "The English National Ballet's superb no-nonsense professionalism makes Swan Lake a pleasure to 12th June 2013Sunday 23rd June 2013 Where:
Royal Albert Hall,   Kensington Gore      SW7 2AP
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English National Ballet: Swan Lake
event  Running from Wednesday 12th June 2013 until Sunday 23rd June 2013
VENUE  Royal Albert Hall 
The Royal Albert Hall will be transformed into a magical lake this June as Derek Deane's critically acclaimed 'Swan Lake' is revived in the ro... More about this event
 
The Cable Street BandThe Cable Street BandThe ensemble performs music in the Manooche tradition, Eastern European and Klezmer styles, plus swing classics.13th June 2013Thursday 13th June 2013 Where:
Royal Albert Hall,   Kensington Gore      SW7 2AP
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The Cable Street Band
event  Thursday 13th June 2013
VENUE  Royal Albert Hall 
The ensemble performs music in the Manooche tradition, Eastern European and Klezmer styles, plus swing classics.
 
Reeps OneReeps OneHip hop and dubstep by the award-winning beatboxer from London, Harry Yeff.17th June 2013Monday 17th June 2013 Where:
Royal Albert Hall,   Kensington Gore      SW7 2AP
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Reeps One
event  Monday 17th June 2013
VENUE  Royal Albert Hall 
Hip hop and dubstep by the award-winning beatboxer from London, Harry Yeff.
 
Black VoicesBlack VoicesThe ensemble performs a cappella versions of English folk songs, jazz, gospel, pop and reggae numbers.20th June 2013Thursday 20th June 2013 Where:
Royal Albert Hall,   Kensington Gore      SW7 2AP
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Black Voices
event  Thursday 20th June 2013
VENUE  Royal Albert Hall 
The ensemble performs a cappella versions of English folk songs, jazz, gospel, pop and reggae numbers.
 
MelangeMelangeAfrobeat from the collective featuring cellist Shirley Smart, Soufian Saihi on ud, trumpeter Yazz Ahmed, guitarist Peter Michaels, bassist Dermot McNeill and Demi Garcia Sabat on drums.21st June 2013Friday 21st June 2013 Where:
Royal Albert Hall,   Kensington Gore      SW7 2AP
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Free Event 
Melange
event  Friday 21st June 2013
VENUE  Royal Albert Hall 
Afrobeat from the collective featuring cellist Shirley Smart, Soufian Saihi on ud, trumpeter Yazz Ahmed, guitarist Peter Michaels, bassist Dermo
 
Frankie Valli And The Four SeasonsFrankie Valli And The Four SeasonsThe veteran singer from New Jersey leads the chart-topping and multi-platinum selling band as it plays its rock and pop hits, including Big Girls Don't Cry and Walk Like A Man.25th June 2013Wednesday 26th June 2013 Where:
Royal Albert Hall,   Kensington Gore      SW7 2AP
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Frankie Valli And The Four Seasons
event  Running from Tuesday 25th June 2013 until Wednesday 26th June 2013
VENUE  Royal Albert Hall 
The veteran singer from New Jersey leads the chart-topping and multi-platinum selling band as it plays its rock and pop hits, including Big Girl
 
Bonnie RaittBonnie RaittThe veteran, Grammy Award-winning American singer-songwriter and slide guitar player performs her blues, country and folk-rock hits and songs from the album Slipstream.27th June 2013Thursday 27th June 2013 Where:
Royal Albert Hall,   Kensington Gore      SW7 2AP
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Bonnie Raitt
event  Thursday 27th June 2013
VENUE  Royal Albert Hall 
The veteran, Grammy Award-winning American singer-songwriter and slide guitar player performs her blues, country and folk-rock hits and songs fr
 
Barnardo's Young Supporters ConcertBarnardo's Young Supporters ConcertStudent musicians performs various works.29th June 2013Saturday 29th June 2013 Where:
Royal Albert Hall,   Kensington Gore      SW7 2AP
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Barnardo's Young Supporters Concert
event  Saturday 29th June 2013
VENUE  Royal Albert Hall 
Student musicians performs various works.
 
Neil Innes: Another Chance To Get It RightNeil Innes: Another Chance To Get It RightThe humorist presents a solo show lightened with musical comedy and anecdotes recalling his BBC2 television series, and legendary collaborations with the Monty Python team, The Bonzo Dog Doo Dah Band and The Rutles.29th June 2013Saturday 29th June 2013 Where:
Royal Albert Hall,   Kensington Gore      SW7 2AP
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Neil Innes: Another Chance To Get It Right
event  Saturday 29th June 2013
VENUE  Royal Albert Hall 
The humorist presents a solo show lightened with musical comedy and anecdotes recalling his BBC2 television series, and legendary collaborations
 
Timothy Nelson And Chad VindinTimothy Nelson And Chad VindinThe baritone and violinist perform Ravel's Don Quichotte A Dulcinee, Schubert's Songs from Winterreise, a selection of Poulenc's Chansons Gaillardes, the traditional The Foggy Foggy Dew, Greensleeves and The Crocodile, plus Sullivan's30th June 2013Sunday 30th June 2013 Where:
Royal Albert Hall,   Kensington Gore      SW7 2AP
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Timothy Nelson And Chad Vindin
event  Sunday 30th June 2013
VENUE  Royal Albert Hall 
The baritone and violinist perform Ravel's Don Quichotte A Dulcinee, Schubert's Songs from Winterreise, a selection of Poulenc's Chansons Gailla
 
London Tango QuartetLondon Tango QuartetThe group performs contemporary tango, traditional tango from the 1940s and music by Astor Piazzolla.30th June 2013Sunday 30th June 2013 Where:
Royal Albert Hall,   Kensington Gore      SW7 2AP
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London Tango Quartet
event  Sunday 30th June 2013
VENUE  Royal Albert Hall 
The group performs contemporary tango, traditional tango from the 1940s and music by Astor Piazzolla.
 
Ian AndersonIan AndersonThe front man and mainstay of the prog and folk-rock band Jethro Tull performs the music of his band with a selection of accompanying musicians.30th June 2013Sunday 30th June 2013 Where:
Royal Albert Hall,   Kensington Gore      SW7 2AP
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Ian Anderson
event  Sunday 30th June 2013
VENUE  Royal Albert Hall 
The front man and mainstay of the prog and folk-rock band Jethro Tull performs the music of his band with a selection of accompanying musicians.
 
Jazz Verse JukeboxJazz Verse JukeboxBBC broadcaster and singer Jumoke Fashola hosts a monthly session of jazz and performance poetry, including an open mic section for the audience to showcase their talents.5th July 2013Friday 5th July 2013 Where:
Royal Albert Hall,   Kensington Gore      SW7 2AP
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Jazz Verse Jukebox
event  Friday 5th July 2013
VENUE  Royal Albert Hall 
BBC broadcaster and singer Jumoke Fashola hosts a monthly session of jazz and performance poetry, including an open mic section for the audience
 
JLS, Olly Murs, The Saturdays, Kimberley Walsh, Charlie Brown, Angel, Flawless, Ruff DiamondJLS, Olly Murs, The Saturdays, Kimberley Walsh, Charlie Brown, Angel, Flawless, Ruff DiamondThe award-winning four-piece and runner-up in the 2008 series of The X Factor plays chart-topping pop and R&B from its album Evolution.6th July 2013Saturday 6th July 2013 Where:
Royal Albert Hall,   Kensington Gore      SW7 2AP
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JLS, Olly Murs, The Saturdays, Kimberley Walsh, Charlie Brown, Angel, Flawless, Ruff Diamond
event  Saturday 6th July 2013
VENUE  Royal Albert Hall 
The award-winning four-piece and runner-up in the 2008 series of The X Factor plays chart-topping pop and R&B from its album Evolution.
 
Dominic Doutney And The RCMJD Piano TrioDominic Doutney And The RCMJD Piano TrioThe group performs works by Liszt and Debussy, plus Chopin's Piano Trio.7th July 2013Sunday 7th July 2013 Where:
Royal Albert Hall,   Kensington Gore      SW7 2AP
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Dominic Doutney And The RCMJD Piano Trio
event  Sunday 7th July 2013
VENUE  Royal Albert Hall 
The group performs works by Liszt and Debussy, plus Chopin's Piano Trio.
 
Pete Firman: Jokes And TricksPete Firman: Jokes And TricksThe TV regular performs magic-based comedy.11th July 2013Thursday 11th July 2013 Where:
Royal Albert Hall,   Kensington Gore      SW7 2AP
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Pete Firman: Jokes And Tricks
event  Thursday 11th July 2013
VENUE  Royal Albert Hall 
The TV regular performs magic-based comedy.
 
The Swing NinjasThe Swing NinjasClassic jazz and Gypsy swing by the Brighton-based group.12th July 2013Friday 12th July 2013 Where:
Royal Albert Hall,   Kensington Gore      SW7 2AP
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Free Event 
The Swing Ninjas
event  Friday 12th July 2013
VENUE  Royal Albert Hall 
Classic jazz and Gypsy swing by the Brighton-based group.
 
Prom 1: BBC Proms Youth Choir/BBC Symphony Chorus/BBC Symphony OrchestraProm 1: BBC Proms Youth Choir/BBC Symphony Chorus/BBC Symphony OrchestraSakari Oramo conducts Julian Anderson's Harmony, Britten's Four Sea Interludes from Peter Grimes, Rachmaninov's Rhapsody On A Theme Of Paganini, Lutoslawski's Variations On A Theme By Paganini and Vaughan Williams's A Sea Symphony. With Sally Matthews, soprano, Roderick Williams, baritone and Stephen Hough, piano.12th July 2013Friday 12th July 2013 Where:
Royal Albert Hall,   Kensington Gore      SW7 2AP
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Prom 1: BBC Proms Youth Choir/BBC Symphony Chorus/BBC Symphony Orchestra
event  Friday 12th July 2013
VENUE  Royal Albert Hall 
Sakari Oramo conducts Julian Anderson's Harmony, Britten's Four Sea Interludes from Peter Grimes, Rachmaninov's Rhapsody On A Theme Of Paganini,
 
The BBC Proms 2013The BBC Proms 2013The BBC Proms 2013The centenary of the birth of Benjamin Britten, one of the greatest ever British composers, will be the main focal point of The BBC Proms in 2013. Held yearly at the Royal Albert Hall, the Proms is arguably the most popular season of classical music the world over, featuring a varied but accessible programme of 100+ concerts, concluding on the fabl12th July 2013Saturday 7th September 2013 Where:
Royal Albert Hall,   Kensington Gore      SW7 2AP
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The BBC Proms 2013
event  Running from Friday 12th July 2013 until Saturday 7th September 2013
VENUE  Royal Albert Hall 
The centenary of the birth of Benjamin Britten, one of the greatest ever British composers, will be the main focal point of The BBC Proms in 201... More about this event
 
Prom 2: Doctor Who PromProm 2: Doctor Who PromProm 2: Doctor Who PromThe BBC National Orchestra of Wales performs Murray Gold's classical music soundtrack for Doctor Who as part of this year's BBC Proms 2013 to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the popular BBC TV series. Featuring special guests from the series, big screens and a host of monsters.13th July 2013Saturday 13th July 2013 Where:
Royal Albert Hall,   Kensington Gore      SW7 2AP
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Prom 2: Doctor Who Prom
event  Saturday 13th July 2013
VENUE  Royal Albert Hall 
The BBC National Orchestra of Wales performs Murray Gold's classical music soundtrack for Doctor Who as part of this year's BBC Proms 2013 to ce... More about this event
 
Proms Plus Storytime (Ages 3-7)Proms Plus Storytime (Ages 3-7)A musical journey based on Oliver Jeffer's Lost and Found.13th July 2013Saturday 13th July 2013 Where:
Royal Albert Hall,   Kensington Gore      SW7 2AP
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Proms Plus Storytime (Ages 3-7)
event  Saturday 13th July 2013
VENUE  Royal Albert Hall 
A musical journey based on Oliver Jeffer's Lost and Found.
 
Prom 4: Les SieclesProm 4: Les SieclesFrancois-Xavier Roth conducts Lully's Le Bourgeois Gentilhomme Overture And Dances, Rameau's Les Indes Galantes Dances, extracts from Delibes's Coppelia, excerpts from Massenet's14th July 2013Sunday 14th July 2013 Where:
Royal Albert Hall,   Kensington Gore      SW7 2AP
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Prom 4: Les Siecles
event  Sunday 14th July 2013
VENUE  Royal Albert Hall 
Francois-Xavier Roth conducts Lully's Le Bourgeois Gentilhomme Overture And Dances, Rameau's Les Indes Galantes Dances, extracts from Delibes's
 
Last Night of the Proms 2013Last Night of the Proms 2013Last Night of the Proms 2013The world famous Last Night of the Proms at the Royal Albert Hall brings the terrific summer season of The Proms to a fitting finale. Described by conductor Jiri Belohlavek as "the world's largest and most democratic musical festival", the much-loved classical celebration now encompasses more than 100 concerts each year. The Last Night is tradition7th September 2013Saturday 7th September 2013 Where:
Royal Albert Hall,   Kensington Gore      SW7 2AP
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Last Night of the Proms 2013
event  Saturday 7th September 2013
VENUE  Royal Albert Hall 
The world famous Last Night of the Proms at the Royal Albert Hall brings the terrific summer season of The Proms to a fitting finale. Described ... More about this event
 
Nicola BenedettiNicola BenedettiNicola BenedettiJust weeks after The Proms 2013 season concludes, Scottish classical violinist Nicola Benedetti performs a one-off recital at the Royal Albert Hall. The former BBC Young Musician of the Year and last year's Classic BRIT Award winner may upset the musical snobs with her risky avant garde interpretations and her absence of historic assertion - but th25th September 2013Wednesday 25th September 2013 Where:
Royal Albert Hall,   Kensington Gore      SW7 2AP
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Nicola Benedetti
event  Wednesday 25th September 2013
VENUE  Royal Albert Hall 
Just weeks after The Proms 2013 season concludes, Scottish classical violinist Nicola Benedetti performs a one-off recital at the Royal Albert H... More about this event
 
Beethoven's NinthBeethoven's NinthThis all-Beethoven evening will see David Hill conduct the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra and members of London Philharmonic Choir for Beethoven's Piano Concerto No 5 'Emperor' and Symphony No 9 'Choral', which climaxes with the 'Ode To Joy'. Taking place in the majestic setting of the Royal Albert Hall, this is set to be a spectacular evening of mus28th September 2013Saturday 28th September 2013 Where:
Royal Albert Hall,   Kensington Gore      SW7 2AP
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Beethoven's Ninth
event  Saturday 28th September 2013
VENUE  Royal Albert Hall 
This all-Beethoven evening will see David Hill conduct the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra and members of London Philharmonic Choir for Beethoven's... More about this event
 
BBC Concert Orchestra: Danny Elfman's Music From The Films Of Tim BurtonBBC Concert Orchestra: Danny Elfman's Music From The Films Of Tim BurtonJohn Mauceri conducts the ensemble in a performance of film scores from Tim Burton films, featuring a one-off performance from the composer himself. Including pieces from Edward Scissorhands and Beetlejuice, set to a backdrop of cinematic images.7th October 2013Monday 7th October 2013 Where:
Royal Albert Hall,   Kensington Gore      SW7 2AP
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BBC Concert Orchestra: Danny Elfman's Music From The Films Of Tim Burton
event  Monday 7th October 2013
VENUE  Royal Albert Hall 
John Mauceri conducts the ensemble in a performance of film scores from Tim Burton films, featuring a one-off performance from the composer hims
 
Crosby, Stills And NashCrosby, Stills And NashThe American supergroup made up of musicians David Crosby, Stephen Stills and Graham Nash performs its folk-rock hits and politically conscious songs.8th October 2013Wednesday 9th October 2013 Where:
Royal Albert Hall,   Kensington Gore      SW7 2AP
Category: event
 
Crosby, Stills And Nash
event  Running from Tuesday 8th October 2013 until Wednesday 9th October 2013
VENUE  Royal Albert Hall 
The American supergroup made up of musicians David Crosby, Stephen Stills and Graham Nash performs its folk-rock hits and politically conscious
 
Tony HadleyTony HadleyThe London-born singer and sometime actor performs the hits of his former band, Spandau Ballet. With accompaniment from the Southbank Sinfonia Orchestra conducted by Anne Dudley.16th October 2013Wednesday 16th October 2013 Where:
Royal Albert Hall,   Kensington Gore      SW7 2AP
Category: event
 
Tony Hadley
event  Wednesday 16th October 2013
VENUE  Royal Albert Hall 
The London-born singer and sometime actor performs the hits of his former band, Spandau Ballet. With accompaniment from the Southbank Sinfonia O
 
Steven WilsonSteven WilsonThe singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist, best known as the frontman of Porcupine Tree, plays an experimental mix of progressive rock and psychedelic rock with his backing band to promote the album The Raven That Refused To Sing (And Other Stories).20th October 2013Sunday 20th October 2013 Where:
Royal Albert Hall,   Kensington Gore      SW7 2AP
Category: event
 
Steven Wilson
event  Sunday 20th October 2013
VENUE  Royal Albert Hall 
The singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist, best known as the frontman of Porcupine Tree, plays an experimental mix of progressive rock and
 
Brit Floyd: Pink Floyd TributeBrit Floyd: Pink Floyd TributeThe band covers the music of the progressive rock giants.22nd October 2013Tuesday 22nd October 2013 Where:
Royal Albert Hall,   Kensington Gore      SW7 2AP
Category: event
 
Brit Floyd: Pink Floyd Tribute
event  Tuesday 22nd October 2013
VENUE  Royal Albert Hall 
The band covers the music of the progressive rock giants.
 
Steve HackettSteve HackettThe veteran singer-songwriter and guitarist, who gained prominence as a member of Genesis, plays progressive rock and art rock to promote the album Genesis Revisited II.23rd October 2013Wednesday 23rd October 2013 Where:
Royal Albert Hall,   Kensington Gore      SW7 2AP
Category: event
 
Steve Hackett
event  Wednesday 23rd October 2013
VENUE  Royal Albert Hall 
The veteran singer-songwriter and guitarist, who gained prominence as a member of Genesis, plays progressive rock and art rock to promote the al
 
Bryan FerryBryan FerryThe veteran singer-songwriter and Roxy Music frontman performs pop-rock and 1920s jazz style songs with his backing band to promote the album The Jazz Age.4th November 2013Monday 4th November 2013 Where:
Royal Albert Hall,   Kensington Gore      SW7 2AP
Category: event
 
Bryan Ferry
event  Monday 4th November 2013
VENUE  Royal Albert Hall 
The veteran singer-songwriter and Roxy Music frontman performs pop-rock and 1920s jazz style songs with his backing band to promote the album Th
 
Britten's War RequiemBritten's War RequiemBritten's War RequiemSemyon Bychkov conducts as the BBC Symphony Orchestra performs Benjamin Britten's moving War Requiem at the Royal Albert Hall on Remembrance Sunday. Interweaving the poetry of Wilfred Owen with the words of the Requiem Mass, Britten's War Requiem is a deeply stirring and powerful work. Written for the consecration of Coventry Cathedral after its de10th November 2013Sunday 10th November 2013 Where:
Royal Albert Hall,   Kensington Gore      SW7 2AP
Category: event
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Britten's War Requiem
event  Sunday 10th November 2013
VENUE  Royal Albert Hall 
Semyon Bychkov conducts as the BBC Symphony Orchestra performs Benjamin Britten's moving War Requiem at the Royal Albert Hall on Remembrance Sun... More about this event
 
BBC Symphony OrchestraBBC Symphony OrchestraSemyon Bychkov conducts the orchestra and the BBC Symphony Chorus in Benjamin Britten's haunting War Requiem featuring soprano Marina Poplavskaya, tenor Andrew Kennedy and Roderick Williams.10th November 2013Sunday 10th November 2013 Where:
Royal Albert Hall,   Kensington Gore      SW7 2AP
Category: event
 
BBC Symphony Orchestra
event  Sunday 10th November 2013
VENUE  Royal Albert Hall 
Semyon Bychkov conducts the orchestra and the BBC Symphony Chorus in Benjamin Britten's haunting War Requiem featuring soprano Marina Poplavskay
 
Lang LangLang LangLang LangFollowing his sold-out Beethoven Piano Concerto cycle in 2012, Chinese piano prodigy Lang Lang returns to the Royal Albert Hall for a recital of Mozart and Chopin, performed in-the-round. While the extrovert showman is not the traditionalists' cup of tea, the technically phenomenal Lang Lang (whose name means "brilliance of the sky") has neverthele15th November 2013Sunday 17th November 2013 Where:
Royal Albert Hall,   Kensington Gore      SW7 2AP
Category: event
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Lang Lang
event  Running from Friday 15th November 2013 until Sunday 17th November 2013
VENUE  Royal Albert Hall 
Following his sold-out Beethoven Piano Concerto cycle in 2012, Chinese piano prodigy Lang Lang returns to the Royal Albert Hall for a recital of... More about this event
 
Disney Fantasia: Live in ConcertDisney Fantasia: Live in ConcertDisney Fantasia: Live in ConcertFans of Disney's surrealist musical animation Fantasia can once again experience the magic live with high definition screens and the London Philharmonic Orchestra at the Royal Albert Hall. Starring the young, aspiring sorcerer, Mickey Mouse, accompanied by a classic score featuring Tchaikovsky (The Nutcracker Suite), Beethoven ('Pastoral' Symphony)16th November 2013Saturday 16th November 2013 Where:
Royal Albert Hall,   Kensington Gore      SW7 2AP
Category: event
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Disney Fantasia: Live in Concert
event  Saturday 16th November 2013
VENUE  Royal Albert Hall 
Fans of Disney's surrealist musical animation Fantasia can once again experience the magic live with high definition screens and the London Phil... More about this event
 
ATP Champions Tour: Masters TennisATP Champions Tour: Masters TennisBlasts from the past battle it out in London's prettiest indoor arena in the annual Masters Tennis event at the Royal Albert Hall. Players in the ATP Champions Tour must be 35 years or older, and have been the world Number One, a Grand Slam finalist or have featured on a winning Davis Cup side - although exceptions have been made (Britain's Tim Hen4th December 2013Sunday 8th December 2013 Where:
Royal Albert Hall,   Kensington Gore      SW7 2AP
Category: event
 
ATP Champions Tour: Masters Tennis
event  Running from Wednesday 4th December 2013 until Sunday 8th December 2013
VENUE  Royal Albert Hall 
Blasts from the past battle it out in London's prettiest indoor arena in the annual Masters Tennis event at the Royal Albert Hall. Players in th... More about this event
 
Russell Howard: WonderboxRussell Howard: Wonderbox Having been busy informing the nation of his Good News, Russell Howard hasn't been on a tour for three years. However, he's now back on the circuit with his latest show, Wonderbox . His 2011 tour was a sell-out success and extended three times, and with more of his trademark upbeat and razor-sharp comedy, the same is expected this time round. S14th April 2014Thursday 17th April 2014 Where:
Royal Albert Hall,   Kensington Gore      SW7 2AP
Category: event
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Russell Howard: Wonderbox
event  Running from Monday 14th April 2014 until Thursday 17th April 2014
VENUE  Royal Albert Hall 
Having been busy informing the nation of his Good News, Russell Howard hasn't been on a tour for three years. However, he's now back on the c... More about this event
 
 
 

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Louise Alder And Cecilia Sultana De Maria
Concerts | On 20th May 2013 

Royal College of Music 3 minutes walk from Royal Albert Hall

The duo performs Debussy's Flots Palmes Et Sables, La Fille Aux Cheveux De Lin, La Fille Aux Cheveux De Lin, ...More

The Natural Explorer: Talk
Exhibitions | On 20th May 2013 

Natural History Museum 6 minutes walk from Royal Albert Hall

Botanist Sandy Knapp discusses living and working in Central America....More

Sacred Spaces: Synagogue, Church And Mosque: Course
Exhibitions | Until 8th July 2013 

Victoria and Albert (V & A) Museum 7 minutes walk from Royal Albert Hall

A course looking at architectural and artistic expressions of Judaism, Christianity and Islam....More

The Church In The 19th Century: Tour
Tours | On 20th May 2013 

Victoria and Albert (V & A) Museum 7 minutes walk from Royal Albert Hall

A tour of the museum's collection with guide Nicole Stanbridge....More

Fresh Comedian Quarter Final
Comedy | On 20th May 2013 

Archangel 9 minutes walk from Royal Albert Hall

Guest acts take to the stage for an evening of laughter....More

Sargy Mann
Exhibitions | Until 14th June 2013 

Cadogan Contemporary 12 minutes walk from Royal Albert Hall

Large-scale, figurative paintings by the blind artist, depicting memories of people and places including Cadaques in Northern Spain....More

Reading Group
Exhibitions | On 20th May 2013 

Kensington Central Library 14 minutes walk from Royal Albert Hall

Book club....More

Baby Rhyme Time
Kids Events | Until 27th May 2013 

Brompton Library 18 minutes walk from Royal Albert Hall

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Moscow State Symphony Orchestra
Concerts | On 20th May 2013 

Cadogan Hall 19 minutes walk from Royal Albert Hall

Pavel Kogan conducts Tchaikovsky's Polonaise And Waltz from Eugene Onegin, Violin Concerto and his Symphony No 6, 'Pathetique', with Natalia ...More

Book Break
Exhibitions | Until 27th May 2013 

Chelsea Library 20 minutes walk from Royal Albert Hall

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