The Royal Albert Hall was built to fulfil the vision of Prince Albert (Queen Victoria's consort) of a 'Central Hall' that would be used to promote understanding and appreciation of the Arts and Sciences and would stand at the heart of the South Kensington estate, surrounded by museums and places of learning.
ANTHEMS: THE CONCERT
Sunday 1 May, 4pm and 8pm
Kerry Ellis and Brian May perform the Anthems album live for the first time in aid of Leukaemia and Lymphoma Research.
Tickets: £25 - £72.50
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HARROW YOUNG MUSICIANS
Monday 2 May, 7pm
Dancers and choirs from Harrow Schools perform music by legends including Stevie Wonder and Sting.
Tickets: £2.50 - £25
Tickets available from Harrow Young Musicians at 020 8420 1519
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RUSSELL WATSON
Tuesday 3 May, 7.30pm
The tenor returns with material from his latest album La Voce.
Tickets: £22.98 - £76.60
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FOR DUSTY.... A TRIBUTE
Thursday 5 May, 7.30pm
A host of stars including Stacey Solomon and Mica Paris celebrate the work of the late soul legend.
Tickets: £39.50 - £65
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NITIN SAWHNEY
Friday 6 May, 7.30pm
One of the most influential and creative talents launches his new album Last Days of Meaning including a new Royal Albert Hall organ commission.
Tickets: £12.50 - £45
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LONDON MEN'S CONVENTION
Saturday 7 May, 10am
The Christian convention returns with a variety of guests speakers including Mark Driscoll.
Tickets: £30 - £33
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HAYDN'S CREATION
Sunday 8 May, 7pm
The Really Big Chorus present Haydn's classic oratorio Creation at the Hall for the first time since 2003.
Tickets: £16 - £36
For singing tickets please visit
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MIKE + THE MECHANICS
Monday 9 May, 8pm
Following a six-year hiatus the band are back with stunning new album The Road.
Tickets: £35 - £60
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CLASSIC BRIT AWARDS 2011
Thursday 12 May, 8pm
Myleene Klass hosts the annual classical music awards, now in their twelfth year.
Tickets: £20 - £65
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ABBAPHONIC
Friday 13 May, 7.30pm
The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra celebrates the music of legendary Swedish band ABBA.
Tickets: £10 - £50
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STARS IN THE ROUND
Saturday 14 May, 6.30pm
Mardi Gras productions return to fill the Hall with the finest young talent from across the UK.
Tickets: £28 - £40 (on sale 1 May)
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MAHLER SYMPHONY No. 8
Sunday 15 May, 7.30pm
Five choirs including the Vivace Chorus combine with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra to perform Mahler's great choral work.
Tickets: £5 - £40
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ERIC CLAPTON
Tuesday 17 - Tuesday 24 May, 7.30pm
The legendary guitarist returns following the release of his 19th solo album Clapton.
Tickets: £35 - £85
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THE MONKEES
Thursday 19 May, 7.30pm
The original TV boyband are back for more Monkee Business to celebrate their 45th anniversary.
Tickets: £27.50 - £60 (returns only)
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THE STRAITS
Sunday 22 May, 7.30pm
Former members of Dire Straits join together for a one-off charity show in aid of The Lord's Taverners youth charity.
Tickets: £27.50 - £45
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AN EVENING WITH ROGER HODGSON
Wednesday 25 May, 8pm
The songwriter, vocalist and co-founder of Supertramp returns to the Hall.
Tickets: £27.50 - £45
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ERIC CLAPTON AND STEVE WINWOOD
Thursday 26 May - Wednesday 1 June, 7.30pm