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: 11:30 AM – 7:30 PM
- Tuesday: 11:30 AM – 7:30 PM
- Wednesday: 11:30 AM – 7:30 PM
- Thursday: 11:30 AM – 7:30 PM
- Friday: 11:30 AM – 7:30 PM
- Saturday: 11:30 AM – 7:30 PM
- Sunday: 11:30 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
World class music. World class snobbery.
We attended one of the late Sunday morning performances, which are perfectly timed for the weekend visitor. The music was absolutely exceptional. We enjoyed a flawless, virtuosic, performance in a venue with great acoustics.
However, the atmosphere was intimidating and represented everything that's bad about the British establishment. Not exactly the fault of the venue, but most of the other audience members fell firmly into the pale and stale category and were unwelcoming at best, and downright rude at worst. Thankfully, the music (did I mention how good the music was?), just about compensated.
Wynn Griffith - 3 months ago
We went to see international pianist Girma yifrashewa. We enjoyed listening to his own pieces. Also played the legendary Ethiopian female pianist and composer Emahoy Tsegué-Maryam Guèbrou's pieces. Full House audience applause 👏🏼 🙌🏽 👌
Tsion Aseffa - Nini ፅዮን አሰፋ - 3 weeks ago
Wigmore Hall is one of the best recital halls anywhere. Large enough to have serious talent perform, but small enough that even the seats right at the back and in the balcony have excellent acoustics.
Add to that a good location, decent bar and seats that can accommodate the widest of bottoms and it's a winner.
Lewis Graham - 5 months ago
Just been to another fabulous Sunday concert. Wonderful, moving performance by the Aquinas piano trio. Balm to the soul! Thank you Wigmore.
David Muggleston - a month ago
It's just the perfect place to escape for an hour for a lunchtime concert. I've never been to a poor concert at Wigmore Hall, and I've been to many.
alan treadgold - 2 weeks 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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