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
Good acoustics, friendly and helpful staff. Good facilities. Be aware stalls are not raked, so visibility coupd be an issue depending who is in front of you.
Mick Oldham - 2 months ago
Beautiful music hall, cozy-not too big with clear acoustics. I had been recently for a sitar concert by the Indian Maestro Ustad Amjad Ali Khan. It was amazing. I have now booked a piano concert coming up in September, I look forward to it!
Rama Ramaswamy - 2 months ago
An ornate and well maintained music hall with a fantastic atmosphere. The bar on the lower ground floor is convenient for a pre-show or interval drink. You will also find the cloakroom located on the same level.
L - 2 months ago
My favourite venue for classical music thanks to the wonderful acoustic. Wherever you sit, you can hear well-balanced sounds of music from the stage. The only quibble is a narrow seating. It's a historical building so we can't complain. Also a good place to discover emerging new talents. Established pianists, singers and string quartets regularly perform there for many years. A beautiful light coming through the glass roof is an added plus for lunch time concerts.
Yuka Donovan - 7 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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