Royal Albert Hall

I had the incredible opportunity to witness the legendary Echo & The Bunnymen concert at the prestigious Royal Albert Hall in London. Despite being on a long layover, I couldn't resist attending their performance. The venue's location within walking distance from our hotel made it extremely convenient.

The acoustics at the Royal Albert Hall were simply outstanding, enhancing the overall experience of the concert. Additionally, I was impressed by the exceptional staff who provided top-notch service throughout the event. The availability of numerous lavatories and drink stalls ensured convenience and prevented any unnecessary inconvenience.

The grandeur of the venue itself left me in awe. Its sheer size emphasized the significance of this special performance. To my delight, I managed to secure one of the highly sought-after tour shirts, even though they were sold out.

Overall, my experience at the Royal Albert Hall for the Eco & The Bunnymen concert was nothing short of remarkable. The combination of extraordinary acoustics, excellent staff, and the availability of amenities made it an unforgettable evening filled with great music and fond memories.

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.

I am not suportive as this waas the creatr of the prostit. My prostate cancer was acting up cuz the seats wre not helping

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.

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.

"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

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!

Omg one highlight of our London (Christmas /birthday) trip was at Royal Albert Hall Christmas Sing a Long! It's my 2nd time at this spectacular venue on Hyde Park, built by Queen Victoria in honor of her beloved husband. Its a spectacular round building that when inside gives one an experience of being outside in this huge circular theatre. The music presentation was wonderful too. Boys choir, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Royal Choral Society, British Imperial Marching Band, and soloists. Was just so much Fun!
Plus they serve champagne in the boxes. Even just go for a building tour, not a bad seat in the house, good acoustics too!

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!