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Promenade Concerts ("The Proms"), 

London, United Kingdom

 
16 Jul 2010 - 11 Sep 2010  

As much a part of British summer as Wimbledon or the FA Cup Final, the annual Proms take place in the wonderful setting of London's Royal Albert Hall. Orchestral concerts, operas, choral concerts and world music all make it onto the bill of this packed two-month programme. Although performers come from all over the world, it is a quintessentially British celebration and many spectators are adorned with Union Jack flags and face paint. The season draws to a dramatic close on the famous Last Night of the Proms with a rousing rendition of Land of Hope and Glory during which the entire crowd rises to its feet and joins in the singing. The event is broadcast live on television to an audience of millions around the globe and in recent years Last Night of the Proms now also take place at Belfast, Swansea, Manchester and Glasgow.

Times
Various. During the season, at least one performance takes place each evening. For specific performance times, visit the organiser website


Entertainment  Spectacle  History  Music 


Where?

Royal Albert Hall

Kensington Gore
SW7 2AP

Getting There

Rail: The closest main line station is Victoria.
Underground: South Kensington, High Street Kensington and Knightsbridge are all within easy walking distance.
Bus: 9, 10, 52 and 360 stop at or close to the Royal Albert Hall.

How Much?

Various. Performances are individually priced.

For More Information

BBC Proms

Room 330
Henry Wood House
3-6 Langham Place

London
W1B 3DF
United Kingdom

Website  www.bbc.co.uk/proms/

Future Events

01 Jul 2011 - 30 Sep 2011
Date to be confirmed

Where
As above

More Information
As above


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NB: While every care has been taken to ensure the information provided is accurate, we advise you to check with the event organisers before travelling to confirm the details are correct.