Disney Fantasia: Live in Concert
Saturday 16 November
A live cinematic experience for the whole family! The magnificent repertoire from Fantasia and Fantasia 2000 is brought to life by the Royal Philharmonic Concert Orchestra, whilst high definition footage from Disney’s stunning films is shown on the big screen.Following 2012’s hugely successful and popular shows, Disney Fantasia: Live in Concert returns to the Hall for the whole family to enjoy with some brand new content!
Disney shares one of its crown jewels of feature animation showcasing selections from Walt Disney’s original Fantasia and Disney’s Fantasia 2000, featuring a selection of the magnificent repertoire from both films including Tchaikovsky’s The Nutcracker Suite and, performed and screened simultaneously for the first time in the UK, Ponchielli’s Dance of the Hours, the great ballet of hippos, elephants, ostriches, and alligators (see Images tab).
Other iconic moments from Disney’s stunning footage, such as Mickey Mouse as he dabbles in magic in Dukas’s The Sorcerer’s Apprentice and the mythical unicorns and winged horses that accompany Beethoven’s ‘Pastoral’ Symphony, will also be shown in high definition on the big screen.
With live underscore by the Royal Philharmonic Concert Orchestra, conducted by Ludwig Wicki, this is another chance to relive this timeless classic for a unique cinematic experience in the majestic setting of the Royal Albert Hall.
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Cirque du Soleil – Quidam
Saturday 4 January – Sunday 9 February
The dazzling Quidam contains all the elements that Cirque du Soleil is famous for: astonishing acrobatics, awe-inspiring aerial acts, unique lighting and an elaborate set design. Tickets and a variety of hospitality packages are now on general sale.
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The SeekersMonday 2 – Tuesday 3 June 2014 |
Iolanta in ConcertWednesday 24 June 2015 World-renowned soprano Anna Netrebkomakes her much-anticipated return to the Royal Albert Hall in 2015 to sing the title role of Tchaikovsky’s Iolanta. |
Danny Elfman’s music from the films of Tim BurtonMonday 7 October The last few tickets are available for this World Premiere film and live music event celebrating Danny Elfman’s music from Tim Burton’s most acclaimed films. |
BluesFest:
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Britten War RequiemSunday 10 November Semyon Bychkov conducts the BBC Symphony Orchestra, superb soloists and massed choirs in Benjamin Britten’s powerful and deeply moving War Requiem, on Remembrance Sunday. |
Christmas with the StarsTuesday 10 December Celebrate the festive season with Christmas with the Stars, with performances from stars of TV’s most popular shows, held in support of Leukaemia & Lymphoma Research. |
The SeekersMonday 2 – Tuesday 3 June 2014 |
Iolanta in ConcertWednesday 24 June 2015 World-renowned soprano Anna Netrebkomakes her much-anticipated return to the Royal Albert Hall in 2015 to sing the title role of Tchaikovsky’s Iolanta. |