Wigmore Hall
Wigmore Hall is an intimate venue for piano recitals, chamber music, jazz and song and provides nearly perfect acoustics
Wigmore Hall opened in 1901 as the Bechstein Hall. It was built by a a C. Bechstein Pianoforefabrik, a German piano manufacturer that had it's showroom right next door. During the First World War the hall was confiscated as enemy property due to it's German ownership. It was sold in an auction and re-opened in 1917 as Wigmore Hall.
The hall, which was recently and extensively refurbished in 2004 is noted for having near perfect acoustics for classical music.
Wigmore Hall features over 400 performances each season. They also have their own recording label and they broadcast a concert every week over the BBC Radio network and via the internet.
The Wigmore Hall presents audiences with a wide variety of dance performances including contemporary, tango, hip hop, flamenco and more.
For more information about the Wigmore Hall including upcoming performances visit their official website.
Facts For Your Visit
Fee: YesWigmore Hall Hours:
Opening hours may differ on holidays
- Monday: 10:00 AM – 7:30 PM
- Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 7:30 PM
- Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 7:30 PM
- Thursday: 10:00 AM – 7:30 PM
- Friday: 10:00 AM – 7:30 PM
- Saturday: 10:00 AM – 7:30 PM
- Sunday: 10:00 AM – 7:30 PM
Address: 36 Wigmore St, London W1U 2BP, UK
Phone: 020 7935 2141
Official Website: Wigmore Hall
Wigmore Hall Reviews
Rated out of 5
My wife and I love to visit Wigmore Hall, and we usually combine it with the Royal Opera House whenever we are in London.
The performances are of high-quality, and it always is a nice experience for us. Ticket pricing is very attractive indeed. So in short, if you like classical music, this is highly recommended.
M. - 7 months ago
The concert at Wigmore Hall was truly exceptional. I found it to be a most enjoyable experience. I anticipate the opportunity to attend future performances there.
James Bond - 2 months ago
We've seen some exceptional performances in this Edwardian concert hall, much better suited for smaller-scale chamber pieces than London's larger venues. The bar and restaurant are eerily redolent of a passenger ferry crossing the River Styx, but otherwise it's a fine and well-located venue
Chris Wignall - a month ago
What a wonderful acoustic!! Fabulous and the bar downstairs is great, it has a lovely Edwardian vibe throughout. Loved it. It's got to be one of the best places in Europe to enjoy and really appreciate classical music.
Sheena Tegerdine - 2 months ago
Directions
| Tube Line | Nearest Station | Walking Time |
|---|---|---|
| Central and Jubilee Lines | Bond Street | 6 MInutes |
| Bakerloo, Central and Victoria Lines | Oxford Circus | 8 MInutes |
How to get to Wigmore Hall by Tube
From Bond Street Station exit onto Oxford Street and walk to your right (east), then go left on Maryleborne Lane, then right on Wigmore Street. The Hall is a little ahead on your left.
From Oxford Circus Station exit onto Regent Street and head north, then go left on Cavendish Place, then continue on Wigmore Street. Wigmore Hall is on your right.
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