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Family Shows at the Royal Albert Hall

By October 25, 2024 Article

The Royal Albert Hall offers a line-up of enchanting family shows over the coming months, providing unforgettable experiences for children and adults alike.

Calling Santa’s little helpers!

My Christmas Orchestral Adventure returns this December for more family festivities! Oh no! Father Christmas is due at the biggest Christmas concert in the whole world but conductor Tim has lost his Christmas spirit.

Join his brother Tom, Albert’s Orchestra, National Youth Choir of Great Britain and a cast of special guests as they take Tim through Christmas’s past, present and future to try and bring his Christmas cheer back in time to meet Father Christmas! Sunday 8 December 2024

Sandi Claus is Coming to Town

Don your festive glad rags and join national treasure Sandi Toksvig for an evening of singing, silliness and maybe even snow. Absolutely everyone is welcome at this celebration of the great LGBTQIA family and their allies. Help Sandi belt out some familiar tunes, accompanied by the London Gay Men’s Chorus, the BBC Concert Orchestra conducted by Karen Ní Bhroin, organist Anna Lapwood, dancers from Laine Theatre Arts, and some very special guests yet to be announced.

Bring your partners, your parents, and possibly a hanky, as there may also be some touching moments. Or come alone and make friends! It’s time to say ‘Glædelig Jul’, which is Danish for ‘Merry Christmas’, and may take a little practice. It won’t be the same without you. Wednesday 18 December 2024

The Nutcracker

Experience the true magic of Christmas, as Clara’s toys come to life at the stroke of midnight. Journey through a fantastical winter wonderland of dancing snowflakes to the kingdom of the Sugar Plum Fairy. Created exclusively for the Royal Albert Hall, with gorgeous period costumes and dazzling projections, this Christmas classic is brought to life by Birmingham Royal Ballet’s world-class ballet dancers and orchestra, the Royal Ballet Sinfonia. Sun 29 Dec, 2pm / 7pm Mon 30 Dec, 2pm / 7pm Tue 31 Dec, 12pm / 4pm Tickets from £15

London Community Gospel Choir.

Expect Christmas tunes and gospel classics, plus a host of special guests. With musical accompaniment from The Heritage Orchestra, conducted by Tom Richards. Plus, the powerhouse London Community Gospel Choir band and special guests Clinton Jordan, Mo Brandis and Katie Coleman, you won’t want to miss this night of soulful harmonies and festive cheer. Friday 20 December 2024

These family-friendly performances are sure to delight visitors and provide a memorable way to experience music, storytelling, and the magic of the Royal Albert Hall. Visit the Royal Albert Hall website for more information on dates, tickets, and accessibility to make the most of these seasonal offerings.

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