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If you're a fan of opera houses and theatres, then this one should definitely be on your list. Next to the Royal Opera House, it is my absolute favorite for watching ballet, as it has just the right amount of poshness to make for an extravagant evening out without being overly fussy about it. You can dress up or not. They leave it up to you. The tickets for my show were also surprisingly cheap given how nice it was - almost half of what I would have paid for the same at the ROH - so booking in advance is highly recommended. The thing that made my night here unforgettable was the unique setup they had to showcase the Cinderella ballet. Instead of your typical stage where you're sitting in front of it watching a "flat" scene, here you would be sitting in a curved amphitheater-style audience, watching a carousel-style ballet happening beneath you. It was almost like stepping into a wonderland where even the scenery came to life. The light and prop work were unparalleled, and the only downside to it was that it was so spectacular, it oftentimes distracted from the actual dancers. Another unique aspect of this ballet was that, instead of having all of their dancers coming in from the same doors behind the stage, many of them came in through the same doors you would come through if you were sitting in the stalls; which meant that you would get to see the dancers up close as they were making their entrances and exits. Some even played a bit with the audience as they were doing so, which added a bit of fun to the show. There are small bars and restrooms located very conveniently throughout the theatre, so it's never too much of a hassle to get your drinks and use the loo in between acts. If you're sitting in one of the Grand Tier boxes, you can also order from your seat and have the bubbles come to you. The hall itself is easy to get to. However, once the show is over, it becomes absolute mayhem trying to get out of there and hail a ride. The closest tube station is South Kensington, which requires a short bus ride to get to. And, the buses become overloaded after only a few short minutes. But hey, no place is perfect.
"Bah humbug." Ebenezer Scrooge Nope. Not at Royal Albert Hall on Christmas Eve. Not even close. They're having exactly none of that. "Carols at the Royal Albert Hall" is a highly interactive event including numerous singalongs that engage all 5,000 people in attendance. Outstanding performances abounded including those featuring the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Royal Choral Society, National Youth Choirs of Great Britain, and the British Imperial Military Band. If for any reason you enter feeling down about the holidays, I suspect that there is no chance that you could leave feeling that way. I was actually moved to tears on several occasions during the show and I didn't want to leave, hoping that if we all remained then Christmas would literally never come to an end. Foolish, I know, but if a boy can't dream on Christmas Eve, then when can he? If it were possible, I'd attend this event every Christmas for the remainder of my years. And that's...Henry's Take. #christmasinlondon #rahchristmas
Easily one of the nicest and most efficient venues I have visited. The staff was super nice and helpful directing me to my seat and navigating traffic when it people got lost. The seats on the sections just below the box level actually swivel so you'll never have a sore neck from turning your head. You can just rotate to see the stage. Acoustics are exceptional. You'll love what you hear. There are many bathrooms and bars and cafes inside the venue. The snacks are even almost reasonably priced. Be sure to buy a ticket in advance because you probably won't find one if you show up on the day of the show!
We looked at this icon from the outside as we were in the area. It is located near the Albert monument and also The kensington gardens. Worthy of a look if you are in the area.
We visited Royal Albert Hall on our recent trip to London to see Cirque du Soleil's Kurios. We have been to a number of Cirque shows in the states but this was our first one abroad. As usual we had a fabulous time. This Cirque show is notable for a few reasons: 1. The "action" is already taking place when you enter the hall. As the crowd wanders in and gets settled, there are already performers on stage, wandering about the audience, coming and going, etc. It definitely sets the mood and the stage. 2. Unlike most Cirque shows, you are allowed to take pictures!! But I did find myself not wanting to. That might be because I was so wrapped up in what was going on, or it could be because photos are so strictly forbidden at other Cirque shows that it just seemed wrong. But either way, I chose to mostly put my phone down and enjoy the show. 3. Unlike a lot of Cirque shows there's not really a "plot," per se. It's more like a circus, with one act followed by another act followed by another. The theater itself was super cool. It was spacious, the staff was really helpful and friendly. Concessions were fine. I have to say though that I feel the need to really mention the chairs. Unlike most old theaters, these chairs were SO comfy! They were big (good for our American butts) and they had great tall backs, AND they swiveled! Amazing. Also don't forget to look up! The ceiling in this place is awesome!
I came here for Afternoon Tea and I chose their vegan option. The sandwiches were yummy, but the scones were the star of the show. The scones were warm and served with a delicious cream spread. I did not finish the dessert as the cakes were a bit dry. There is cake trolley seated in the center of the room and we had a choice of a slice-I chose banana bread which was moist and flavorful. The room itself is elegant and in a calm comfortable atmosphere. The tea itself was strong and of high quality. I would try another place for afternoon tea as the desserts for vegan option were not up to par. But overall I had a pleasant experience.
This all started last Monday 5/20, my brother called me and asked if I'd like to see Eric Clapton in London Friday? We both live in Los Angeles, so making a trip to London seemed crazy , but in 2 days we made this dream a reality. So we jumped on a flight on Weekend and headed to London to see EC in action.Needless to say he was playing in the Royal Albert Hall! After telling people that we were going everyone asked where he was playing? And after telling everyone where, they started saying how incredible of a venue this was. And my brother kept telling me how good the seats were, 4th row! After pulling up my mouth opened, omg we walked in , and in my life I had never seen a place as incredible as the Royal Albert Hall was! So it's round about 6 levels , with the most incredible sound! This place was built in the 18 hundreds, and not just can anyone play there, words can describe this place! Oh EC put on a great concert as well lol. There are bars and restaurants inside and everything looks to the tens.
A friend and I got last minute tickets to see Harry Potter in Concert. Not only was the concert amazing, but the venue itself was stunning! Just the exterior of the building is an attraction itself. Our view in the Rausing Circle was partially obstructed, but I guess that's what you get when you purchase tickets three hours before the start of an event!
Not the greatest acoustics, but charm and glamor by the bucketful (Queen Victoria opened it in 1871)! We saw Shirley Bassey sing here for her 80th birthday...the odd acoustics actually worked well for that: when she belted out GOOOOOOOOLD-fingaaaaaaaaah it sort of echoed with a resonant harmonic vibration like a marble bathroom. RAH is probably London's most famous performance space, and it's pretty well updated for the modern age. Over recent years, I've gone to London a lot on business. My two required culture stops are the TKTS booth in the West End (just like the NYC one) and anything playing at RAH. Over the years, whether me solo, me with business colleagues or me with partner on 3-day holiday post-biz-trip, I've seen a huge variety of events/performances at RAH. For a space that's 150 years old, it adapts remarkably well. I've seen tennis matches, Cirque du Soleil, the Nutcracker, various orchestras, pop stars, opera divas, you name it, all at RAH. It's easy to get in and out. No need for an Uber, just take the London Underground to one of the two Kensington stations and follow the crowds to the front door. Keep in mind the Tube closes early by big city standards, so if you eat or go to a bar after the show you may miss the last train time (some lines are later but the South Kensington station has its last train at 12:30AM / 00:30). Kensington is an affluent, very trendy part of town so is definitely safe after dark, just use large city common sense. Once inside it's easy to navigate, but a bit tough to find bathrooms. But, considering bathrooms in Queen Victoria's day were a glorified bucket, they've come a loooooong way baby. Food and souvenirs are pretty overpriced, but every theater in the world does that once you're trapped inside. The building itself is worth seeing for the architecture and history. Victoria named it for her beloved husband Prince Albert who had died 6 years before RAH opened. The unique oval building was controversial for its day. The carving and friezes are worth taking a daytime tour when there are no performances just to see it all.
What a great venue. My husband and I went there for the BAFTAs. He was nominated(and yes he won). The main hall is stunning. It is so tall you can see the people up above you but they look like little ants. The architecture is amazing. The seats are nice and comfortable but I wish they had drink holders. There are bars on various floors and it's easy to get lost. There was tons of staff to help everyone get where they needed to go though so it was not a problem. We sat near the orchestra and it sounded fantastic. I hope I get to go there again one day.
I've saved my 800th review for the breathtaking and fabulous Royal Albert Hall! We've attended a few concerts here and they have always been wonderful. We've sat in multiple locations and it's always cool to see the place from different views. There isn't a bad seat... except it may get tiring watching from the gallery which is standing and not for me... but may be for you. It's truly an amazing experience to attend a concert here. We've come here for the Christmas concerts (book them in advance people!!!) and have come for a country concert. It was all awesome. They've got plenty of locations to order drinks and refreshments, and all in all the place is just lovely.
Unfortunately we only came here for a tour and not a performance. Our tour guide was a hoot and honestly, sounded half baked. We were able to see the Queen's waiting room and her entrance area and were advised of her 'secret' entrance, which I reckon, isn't so secret. This is a magnificent building and has a fantastic history attached to it. We stopped for lunch in the café afterwards and shared a Ham and Swiss Emmental Cheese with Mustard Mayo sandwich and a Chicken and Bacon with Tarragon Butter sandwich. Both were delicious however, something must have been off in one (or both) as neither my husband nor I were well later in the afternoon. Definitely worth the tour but I don't know if I'd eat there again.
2 months ago
Standing arena seats are under $10. There is a GREAT lounge area if you get tired of standing. This is one the World's greatest concert halls. read more
Came here for the 2nd to last night of the proms. It was my first time here and also my first time for proms. Such a cool place and a glad to have attended at least one of the proms nights. It was a little stuffy and the show was amazing even if you're not into classical. Some of the patrons were a bit rude and some have been going here for ages. A nice cultural experience. read more
The Royal Albert Hall is located in London's Kensington neighborhood and is among the most popular concert halls in the UK and the home of the Proms concert series. The magnificence of the circular auditorium building cannot be understated, and its natural acoustics are nothing short of spectacular. Not only does the Royal Albert Hall host classical music performances, but it's also a popular venue for mainstream artists from all over the world, From Kensington Palace, it's a lovely walk through Kensington Gardens to the Royal Albert Hall. This was opened by Queen Victoria in 1871, and is named in memory of her husband, Albert, who had died six years earlier. Purpose-built as an entertainment space, today the hall is most famous for hosting the annual Proms - an eight-week-long series of classical music concerts and events. It also hosts all sorts of other events, from film screenings to tennis, so there's always something going on. read more
2 months ago
If you're a fan of opera houses and theatres, then this one should definitely be on your list. Next to the Royal Opera House, it is my absolute favorite for watching ballet, as it has just the right amount of poshness to make for an extravagant evening out without being overly fussy about it. You can dress up or not. They leave it up to you. The tickets for my show were also surprisingly cheap given how nice it was - almost half of what I would have paid for the same at the ROH - so booking in advance is highly recommended. The thing that made my night here unforgettable was the unique setup they had to showcase the Cinderella ballet. Instead of your typical stage where you're sitting in front of it watching a "flat" scene, here you would be sitting in a curved amphitheater-style audience, watching a carousel-style ballet happening beneath you. It was almost like stepping into a wonderland where even the scenery came to life. The light and prop work were unparalleled, and the only downside to it was that it was so spectacular, it oftentimes distracted from the actual dancers. Another unique aspect of this ballet was that, instead of having all of their dancers coming in from the same doors behind the stage, many of them came in through the same doors you would come through if you were sitting in the stalls; which meant that you would get to see the dancers up close as they were making their entrances and exits. Some even played a bit with the audience as they were doing so, which added a bit of fun to the show. There are small bars and restrooms located very conveniently throughout the theatre, so it's never too much of a hassle to get your drinks and use the loo in between acts. If you're sitting in one of the Grand Tier boxes, you can also order from your seat and have the bubbles come to you. The hall itself is easy to get to. However, once the show is over, it becomes absolute mayhem trying to get out of there and hail a ride. The closest tube station is South Kensington, which requires a short bus ride to get to. And, the buses become overloaded after only a few short minutes. But hey, no place is perfect. read more
4 years ago
"Bah humbug." Ebenezer Scrooge Nope. Not at Royal Albert Hall on Christmas Eve. Not even close. They're having exactly none of that. "Carols at the Royal Albert Hall" is a highly interactive event including numerous singalongs that engage all 5,000 people in attendance. Outstanding performances abounded including those featuring the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Royal Choral Society, National Youth Choirs of Great Britain, and the British Imperial Military Band. If for any reason you enter feeling down about the holidays, I suspect that there is no chance that you could leave feeling that way. I was actually moved to tears on several occasions during the show and I didn't want to leave, hoping that if we all remained then Christmas would literally never come to an end. Foolish, I know, but if a boy can't dream on Christmas Eve, then when can he? If it were possible, I'd attend this event every Christmas for the remainder of my years. And that's...Henry's Take. #christmasinlondon #rahchristmas read more
3 years ago
Easily one of the nicest and most efficient venues I have visited. The staff was super nice and helpful directing me to my seat and navigating traffic when it people got lost. The seats on the sections just below the box level actually swivel so you'll never have a sore neck from turning your head. You can just rotate to see the stage. Acoustics are exceptional. You'll love what you hear. There are many bathrooms and bars and cafes inside the venue. The snacks are even almost reasonably priced. Be sure to buy a ticket in advance because you probably won't find one if you show up on the day of the show! read more
We visited Royal Albert Hall on our recent trip to London to see Cirque du Soleil's Kurios. We have been to a number of Cirque shows in the states but this was our first one abroad. As usual we had a fabulous time. This Cirque show is notable for a few reasons: 1. The "action" is already taking place when you enter the hall. As the crowd wanders in and gets settled, there are already performers on stage, wandering about the audience, coming and going, etc. It definitely sets the mood and the stage. 2. Unlike most Cirque shows, you are allowed to take pictures!! But I did find myself not wanting to. That might be because I was so wrapped up in what was going on, or it could be because photos are so strictly forbidden at other Cirque shows that it just seemed wrong. But either way, I chose to mostly put my phone down and enjoy the show. 3. Unlike a lot of Cirque shows there's not really a "plot," per se. It's more like a circus, with one act followed by another act followed by another. The theater itself was super cool. It was spacious, the staff was really helpful and friendly. Concessions were fine. I have to say though that I feel the need to really mention the chairs. Unlike most old theaters, these chairs were SO comfy! They were big (good for our American butts) and they had great tall backs, AND they swiveled! Amazing. Also don't forget to look up! The ceiling in this place is awesome! read more
3 years ago
I came here for Afternoon Tea and I chose their vegan option. The sandwiches were yummy, but the scones were the star of the show. The scones were warm and served with a delicious cream spread. I did not finish the dessert as the cakes were a bit dry. There is cake trolley seated in the center of the room and we had a choice of a slice-I chose banana bread which was moist and flavorful. The room itself is elegant and in a calm comfortable atmosphere. The tea itself was strong and of high quality. I would try another place for afternoon tea as the desserts for vegan option were not up to par. But overall I had a pleasant experience. read more
This all started last Monday 5/20, my brother called me and asked if I'd like to see Eric Clapton in London Friday? We both live in Los Angeles, so making a trip to London seemed crazy , but in 2 days we made this dream a reality. So we jumped on a flight on Weekend and headed to London to see EC in action.Needless to say he was playing in the Royal Albert Hall! After telling people that we were going everyone asked where he was playing? And after telling everyone where, they started saying how incredible of a venue this was. And my brother kept telling me how good the seats were, 4th row! After pulling up my mouth opened, omg we walked in , and in my life I had never seen a place as incredible as the Royal Albert Hall was! So it's round about 6 levels , with the most incredible sound! This place was built in the 18 hundreds, and not just can anyone play there, words can describe this place! Oh EC put on a great concert as well lol. There are bars and restaurants inside and everything looks to the tens. read more
A friend and I got last minute tickets to see Harry Potter in Concert. Not only was the concert amazing, but the venue itself was stunning! Just the exterior of the building is an attraction itself. Our view in the Rausing Circle was partially obstructed, but I guess that's what you get when you purchase tickets three hours before the start of an event! read more
Not the greatest acoustics, but charm and glamor by the bucketful (Queen Victoria opened it in 1871)! We saw Shirley Bassey sing here for her 80th birthday...the odd acoustics actually worked well for that: when she belted out GOOOOOOOOLD-fingaaaaaaaaah it sort of echoed with a resonant harmonic vibration like a marble bathroom. RAH is probably London's most famous performance space, and it's pretty well updated for the modern age. Over recent years, I've gone to London a lot on business. My two required culture stops are the TKTS booth in the West End (just like the NYC one) and anything playing at RAH. Over the years, whether me solo, me with business colleagues or me with partner on 3-day holiday post-biz-trip, I've seen a huge variety of events/performances at RAH. For a space that's 150 years old, it adapts remarkably well. I've seen tennis matches, Cirque du Soleil, the Nutcracker, various orchestras, pop stars, opera divas, you name it, all at RAH. It's easy to get in and out. No need for an Uber, just take the London Underground to one of the two Kensington stations and follow the crowds to the front door. Keep in mind the Tube closes early by big city standards, so if you eat or go to a bar after the show you may miss the last train time (some lines are later but the South Kensington station has its last train at 12:30AM / 00:30). Kensington is an affluent, very trendy part of town so is definitely safe after dark, just use large city common sense. Once inside it's easy to navigate, but a bit tough to find bathrooms. But, considering bathrooms in Queen Victoria's day were a glorified bucket, they've come a loooooong way baby. Food and souvenirs are pretty overpriced, but every theater in the world does that once you're trapped inside. The building itself is worth seeing for the architecture and history. Victoria named it for her beloved husband Prince Albert who had died 6 years before RAH opened. The unique oval building was controversial for its day. The carving and friezes are worth taking a daytime tour when there are no performances just to see it all. read more
2 years ago
What a great venue. My husband and I went there for the BAFTAs. He was nominated(and yes he won). The main hall is stunning. It is so tall you can see the people up above you but they look like little ants. The architecture is amazing. The seats are nice and comfortable but I wish they had drink holders. There are bars on various floors and it's easy to get lost. There was tons of staff to help everyone get where they needed to go though so it was not a problem. We sat near the orchestra and it sounded fantastic. I hope I get to go there again one day. read more
I've saved my 800th review for the breathtaking and fabulous Royal Albert Hall! We've attended a few concerts here and they have always been wonderful. We've sat in multiple locations and it's always cool to see the place from different views. There isn't a bad seat... except it may get tiring watching from the gallery which is standing and not for me... but may be for you. It's truly an amazing experience to attend a concert here. We've come here for the Christmas concerts (book them in advance people!!!) and have come for a country concert. It was all awesome. They've got plenty of locations to order drinks and refreshments, and all in all the place is just lovely. read more
Unfortunately we only came here for a tour and not a performance. Our tour guide was a hoot and honestly, sounded half baked. We were able to see the Queen's waiting room and her entrance area and were advised of her 'secret' entrance, which I reckon, isn't so secret. This is a magnificent building and has a fantastic history attached to it. We stopped for lunch in the café afterwards and shared a Ham and Swiss Emmental Cheese with Mustard Mayo sandwich and a Chicken and Bacon with Tarragon Butter sandwich. Both were delicious however, something must have been off in one (or both) as neither my husband nor I were well later in the afternoon. Definitely worth the tour but I don't know if I'd eat there again. read more
The Royal Albert Hall is an amazing place, I came here to watch Amaluna Cirque du Soleil. I managed to get front row seats so leg room wasn't a problem but I saw people jostling to find better seats behind me when other people had blocked their view. I'm not sure that was necessary as the stage is on a raised platform, but there was lots of artists running around the audience acting out scenes which was sometimes difficult to see from particular angles. Before the show began the artists were positions on and around the stage engaging in their characters with the audience while the remaining people were being seated. Everyone was warned we could not take flash photography and to turn off all recording devices, but this did not stop a number of people recording and taking pictures throughout the entire show. It was quite distracting seeing all these camera/phone lights on, but security/stewards didn't approach them so they carried on. Despite this the show was really enjoyable and I would definitely come back to the RAH. read more
The half day we spent at The Royal Albert Hall (RAH) was one of the highlights of our short 4 day stay in London. We came here on a Sunday morning to attend a Classical Coffee Morning performance by a violinist and a pianist from the Royal College of Music at RAH's Elgar Room. The pianist played on a striking piano, Elton John's BIG RED grand piano, which is a hand built Yamaha piano and the only one of its kind in the UK. For £11 each, we watched and listened to a wonderful performance, and had a cup of coffee and a pastry. The coffee and pastry were included in the price for the performance. After the performance was over, we joined a tour of the Hall. We prepaid £24 online for 2 people. This was a great tour, despite the fact that you are not allowed to take photographs during the tour. Our guide was very smart and funny. He explained the history of the RAH, told us how much it would cost to rent the Hall, had us sit next the Queen's box and showed us her receiving room, and told us interesting tidbits about the Queen and other famous people who've graced the Hall. We also had a cocktail at Verdi, RAH's full service restaurant, after the tour. It's a beautiful restaurant with a view of the Royal College of Music and the plaza behind the Hall. I had a nice gin cocktail and the hubby had a glass of wine while waiting for their afternoon tea service to start. I have been to many places for Afternoon Tea and I find the Afternoon Tea service here to be one of the best I've had. The sweet and savory items we had were all delicious!!! They're all made in house and had a music theme. None of the sandwiches were dry and all the confections were pretty amazing. My favorites were the egg crepe and cucumber sandwiches. The scones were very good too, not dry as they often are. And the price was very reasonable--£23 pp! The Ritz's tea starts at 2.5 times what it cost at RAH and it can't be any better than RAH's. So, If you have time, have tea here and then take a stroll across the street at Kensington Gardens. The eponymous RAH was opened by Queen Victoria in 1871, a vision of her late husband, Prince Albert, and you can see an ornate monument commemorating her much beloved husband across from the hall. I hope I get a chance to attend a concert here next time we're in London. Such a beautiful place to see a concert! read more
Proms! A recent visit to the Royal Albert Hall was for the night of Steven Sondheim stuff - even Dame Judi Dench came on and did a couple of numbers. The show itself was brilliant and the experience of standing near the stage for £5 in what is one of the most staggeringly stunning venues there is will be remembered for a long time. The outside of the hall is handsome and grand but the inside blew me away, oozing class and elegance with the lofty ceiling possessing an ostentatious yet aesthetically pleasing display of sound enhancement equipment that wouldn't look out of place in the TATE Modern. Oh, the sound! Why doesn't this grand venue receive 5 stars? Oh, the sound! The orchestra sounded great, and most sound travels well around the concert hall. Except for the microphone system. The vocalists with their mic's always carried an unwanted, slight echo and generally below-par quality (purely the mic's, not the vocalists themselves). After a while you start to get used to it but surely the sound people at the Royal Albert Hall can do better? It's a shame really because that's the only thing letting down this otherwise brilliant venue. I believe the Proms continue until the end of August and as I mentioned, £5 standing tickets down the front or up in the gallery. A bargain if your prepared to queue early although not all shows are as popular as the Sondheim one. 'til next time, Ian read more
The Royal Albert Hall is just so beautiful. It takes my breath away every time I visit! Our last visit was to see the fantastique 'Fantasia: live in concert'. It was simply BRILLIANT! There was a massive screen to allow everyone to watch the movie, accompanied by the London Philharmonic Orchestra. This has to be the best way to watch a film EVER. I have to admit that when I was little, I always loved the mushroom dance in Fantasia...and it seems I am not alone - there was a bit of a cheer when that song started. :) Previously we saw the matrix in the same way, with a live orchestra...and it was similarly awesome. I really hope I can afford to get tickets again next time they show good films here. I can't recommend the experience highly enough. Chair comfort: For those of you with long legs, I would recommend trying to get seats in the stalls (the section around the edge with turning chairs and decent leg room) If you go for the Loggia Boxes, it can be a bit difficult to fit your knees in the space provided!! The Gallery If you need to stretch your legs during the interval, wander up to the gallery, right at the top of the building for amazing views of the hall. I think I might try buying cheapy tickets, bring a cushion and listen from the gallery in the future. read more
Wow just wow!!! I was lucky enough to get tickets to see Kylie at Christmas.. Me and my friend got dressed up for the occasion and I'm so glad that I did as it added to the whole experience.. It feels so lush and classy.. And the Christmas theme defo added to it.. We had tickets on the flat and we were at the back, we had a great view until Kylie came in and everyone stood up.. But to be fair you can't sit down at a Kylie concert. During the second half I stood on my chair and could see prefectly.. Bit naughty but so worth it.. The building is spectacular and the found quality even more so.. If you ever get a chance go, I go to a lot of gigs but this was one I'll always remember and that's more to do with the venue.. There are also some lovely bars inside but be prepared as its pretty pricey.. read more
15 years ago
Aaah, such a beautiful venue in London - famous for the Proms and other Classical music events but they also play host to a lot of other types of gigs and shows. The building itself is stunning to look at and the shape and seating arrangements make it ideal to watch your favourite artists/concerts without blocked views. They have bars dotted around the place, plenty of toilets and helpful staff. Definitely recommend seeing a performance here. It's an iconic London building for sure! read more
10 years ago
I just came back from the Royal Albert Hall and it was the best concert I have ever seen. I saw the Space Spectacular which featured some of the greatest soundtracks of the greatest space Sci-fi movies of all time. In my opinion, it is great fun for the hole family and completely changes the way you hear music. read more
This marked the first time I've been inside for about 20 years! It all seemed strangely familiar, but everything was organised and well done. Silly little touches which shouldn't matter but do. They sell popcorn - freshly popped popcorn which smells great. Made me hungry for the next couple of hours. We were here for Will.i.am's Aneeda night out event - there were surprise performances by Ricky Wilson and two out of the other three Black Eyed Peas. Wilson was hilarious, because he was singing along to a backing track which was a good fifteen seconds out from the track we all heard. Looked like a man running around in a circle while yelling the lyrics to I Predict a Riot to some random music. Hilarious! They had some further technical difficulties as at the end, Will was meant to disappear into an elevator on the stage when he mentioned it in a song lyric. It didn't work. So he's repeating the line while stamping on the lift for like a minute till he yells I'm not singing the elevator song. He tried another lift and that didn't work either. Third time lucky though. Terrific night out, but the real discovery about the place is the roominess of the stalls seating - the seats swivel and there are gaps between the seats so there is plenty of room, even if you get stuck next to a man spreader. read more
18 years ago
The Royal Albert Hall is one of the most amazing venues in London. The first time I was in the Royal Albert Hall was to see Erasure last year. I was astounded by the sheer vastness of the place, the opulant gold and blood red decor throughout! Oh and Erasure were great too! First opened in 1871! Each year it hosts more than 350 performances including classical concerts, rock and pop, ballet and opera, tennis, award ceremonies, school and community events, charity performances and lavish banquets. Well worth a visit! read more
We've been so many times in London that we finally decided to visit the Royal Albert Hall. We took a guided tour and were about 15 persons. The guide was great, gave us a lot of insights and we were able to go into the royal lounge, the royal seats, etc. I really recommend the guided tour! It gives fun insights on the building and its history. The building is absolutely beautiful from the outside, but the inside is worth visiting. Next time we are in London, we will go see a show to see The Royal Albert Hall in its Evening Gown :-) read more
12 years ago
The RAH is one of my favourite places in the whole of London, if not comparatively to other cities in the World for this type of venue. The entire place is steeped in history and has that air of excitement no matter what you go there for. I go probably every 2 months to watch the most random and different things. From tragic opera to Christmas Carol sing-a-long events. The fact that they have such reasonable prices for tickets means anyone can enjoy and attend an event. Just last week I was there enjoying the classical spectacular @ £15 a head. It's never a let down, the staff there are super helpful, polite and knowledgable and always happy to assist where needed. I adore this place an urge anyone, even if you think it's all a bit too much "Culture-Vulture" to go and experience it. LOVE LOVE LOVE. read more
I love the Royal Albert Hall. I went to my first ever concert here - The Black Crowes (I'm still a little bit in love with Chris Robinson), I've seen many a Prom here, and last week the husband and I accidentally saw Andrea Bocelli for free there. Good times. The interior is beautiful, so even if you made a bad choice on which concert to attend, or you got yourself a cheap seat with barely any view of the stage, you still have something pretty to look at all around you. Sold. read more
11 years ago
The new Cafe bar is a welcome addition to this venue. Naturally, very crowded, but it has a good selection of food dishes and wine. A disadvantage is that people are unwilling to give up their seats even tho they are no longer dining as it is somewhere to wait until their concert begins. There is also a reasonable number of bars and food outlets around the place so that whatever door you enter at you do not have to walk far for refreshments. read more
I have been to many music venues before including small arenas, small theatres, large music halls, the O2 and even stadiums but the Royal Albert Hall is by far the best venue I have seen concerts in. Not only are the acoustics the best due to the venue's round architecture and resonating ceiling/walls, but you can feel the history as soon as you walk in and walk down the corridors. The Royal Albert Hall also seems to have a wonderful taste in music, inviting renowned artists and ambassadors of music for prestigious events. I was lucky enough to attend a day at the Proms and at the Charity series for Teenage Cancer Trust. Both events were well organised, the music was very well exhibited and gracious long-lasting memories were formed. read more
13 years ago
I'm in awe of Royal Albert Hall. It was a night that my husband and I will never forget. We went to see Danny Elfman perform with the BBC orchestra. Holy cow....everything from the venue, the performance, our seats, even our drinks at the interval were amazing. We had box seats and seats 1,2 and they couldn't have been better! I will be back Royal Albert Hall. Thank you for a wonderful evening!!! read more
11 years ago
Dress up + book a booth for an exquisite view ^ -^ Attended Christmas Carols and it was a brilliant interactive experience before the holiday ~ read more
7 years ago
Nice location in the centre of London. Getting in and out of the theater proved a bit challenging. The overall venue was nice. read more
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