The Nutcracker at the Royal Albert Hall
The festivities continue with Birmingham Royal Ballet's The Nutcracker 🩰
Journey through a fantastical winter wonderland of dancing snowflakes to the kingdom of the Sugar Plum Fairy.
Ending tomorrow. Grab your tickets now: https://bit.ly/41GUnLx
In the Archive with Katie Melua
During a visit to our Archive, Georgian-British singer-songwriter Katie Melua delves into the background and uniqueness of the Georgian State Ballet Company, who performed at the Hall in 1959.
From jazz legend Billie Holliday to her debut performance at the Hall, dig through our Archive with Katie to uncover some of the programmes, artefacts, and objects stored away 📖
Watch the full video: https://youtu.be/4brzX1oHwf4
Merry Christmas from everyone at the Hall
Merry Christmas from all of us here at the Hall 🎄
2024 has been packed with magical moments, and one thing's for certain – we couldn't have done it without you. Thanks for making this year unforgettable.
We'll see you in January for the return of Cirque du Soleil with CORTEO's jaw-dropping acrobatics and theatrical thrills. Don't miss the Hall in a never-seen-before configuration: https://bit.ly/4em1YEf
P.S. We called on a little magic for our Christmas light switch on this year...
The Grand Sumo Tournament returns to the Royal Albert Hall
Step into a world of ancient rituals, extraordinary strength, and rich tradition as The Grand Sumo Tournament returns to the Hall next October.
Tickets on sale early 2025. Sign up to be notified for ticket updates: https://bit.ly/4eZbmxF
Dancing shoes at the ready 🕺
Last week, we celebrated 50 years of soul label Philadelphia International Records with Sir Lenny Henry, an array of guest stars, the BBC Concert Orchestra and music director Chris Cameron.
Video: Spiritland Productions
In the Archive with Paul Carrack
The one and only Paul Carrack on playing Eric Clapton’s 70th birthday celebrations at the Hall in 2015 🎵
Watch the full video: https://bit.ly/3C55jdm
Ghostbusters in Concert
Who you gonna call? Ghostbusters, of course 👻
Keep an eye out for the Ecto 1 if you're joining us for Ghostbusters in Concert later this month.
Last remaining tickets: https://bit.ly/4f9Ibsd
Video credit: Darren the Magic Ghostbuster, Southend-on-Sea Ghostbusters and Ghostbusters car Hire UK
In the Archive with Hak Baker
Did you know that we hosted London's first Caribbean Carnival in 1955?
Singer and songwriter Hak Baker stopped by our Archive to check out our collections of programmes, artefacts and objects.
Hear more on Hak's past memories, influences and crushes: https://bit.ly/4dQ2ZUP
Backstage with Fisherman's Friends
There’s never a dry moment backstage with the buoys from Fisherman's Friends 🐟
Catch their soundcheck, even more dressing room laughs and the moment they hit the stage: https://bit.ly/3XZozAa
Author and comedian Stephen Fry stopped by the Royal Albert Hall Archive to peruse our collections of programmes, artefacts and objects 🗃️
From Greek mythology to Stonewall's Equality Shows and his work with charity Mind, Stephen discusses his personal moments and stories from past events.
Watch the full video: https://bit.ly/4gZrAsU
Tom Cruise introduces Top Gun Maverick Live In Concert at the Royal Albert Hall
Who better to introduce Top Gun: Maverick live in concert than Maverick himself.
Thank you to the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Lorne Balfe and Tom Cruise for making this a night to remember.
Apply for our Young Producers scheme
If you're 18-25 years old and interested in working in music, our Young Producers scheme is for you.
From marketing, press, event management and programming, you'll work as a team to create an event in our Elgar Room from the ground up.
Alumni Chase Ty and Kye Perry fill us in on what they learnt from the scheme and how it's helped their careers.
Submit your application by 5pm on Mon 2 Sep: https://bit.ly/4cosICI