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2019 Wigmore Hall/Independent Opera International Song Competition
Russian Mikhail Timoshenko, wins top prize at the 2019 Wigmore Hall/Independent Opera International Song Competition After four days of rounds in front of a distinguished panel of jurors and Wigmore...
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Iestyn Davies awarded Wigmore Medal
Iestyn Davies awarded Wigmore Medal at 40th birthday concert Countertenor Iestyn Davies was presented with the Wigmore Medal last night (16 September), following his landmark 40th birthday concert at...
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From the Archive: Requesting an audience
The archives of Wigmore Hall naturally contain information about many facets of its life – the records we hold tell the stories of thousands of concerts and artists, of our staff, of agencies and...
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Blog: Zlata Chochieva Flying Free
Zlata Chochieva’s sophisticated pianism and bold musical personality have drawn rave reviews in recent seasons. She talks to Andrew Stewart about her Wigmore Hall debut programme, the importance of...
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The French Song Exchange 2019/20
Wigmore Hall launches the second year of The French Song Exchange, in partnership with the École Normale de Musique de Paris. The French Song Exchange has been devised by François le Roux and Dame...
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Blog: About the House
Aberrant kitchenware and lighting malfunctions are among the trials handled with care by Wigmore Hall’s expert team of House Managers. They tell Andrew Stewart about the job’s challenges and charms,...
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Wigmore Hall marks the centenary of Weinberg
Wigmore Hall marks the centenary of Mieczysław Weinberg with a major focus day on 26 October, and a complete cycle of Weinberg’s 17 string quartets from Quatuor Danel over two seasons starting on 24...
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Blog: Wellbeing at Wigmore Hall
by Daisy Swift, Wigmore Hall’s Learning Director and Mental Health Champion Mental health is the single largest cause of disability in the UK, and a recent study led by Help Musicians UK suggested that...
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There will be no vehicular access on Wigmore Street between Gloucester Place and Wimpole Street between 5 November and 15 November from 8.00AM to 6.00PM. Parking on Wigmore Street will be restricted at...
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Angela Hewitt to be awarded Wigmore Medal
Angela Hewitt to be awarded Wigmore Medal on 2 June 2020 Pianist Angela Hewitt is to receive the Wigmore Medal on the evening of 2 June 2020, following the final concert of her Bach Odyssey – a...
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Christmas Box Office Opening Hours
Please note the Box Office opening hours over the Christmas 2019 period: Usual Hours until Saturday 21 December: 10:00AM - 8:30PMSunday 22 December: 10:00AM - 7:30PMMonday 23 December: 10:00AM -...
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John Gilhooly announces his 2020/21 Season
Wigmore Hall Artistic Director John Gilhooly announces his 2020/21 Season Programme of concerts, learning events and broadcasts continues to expand as Wigmore Hall draws record numbers to its...
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Blog: Britten at Wigmore
Musician, researcher and presenter Katy Hamilton delves into the rich and significant history of the partnership between Benjamin Britten and Wigmore Hall. On 19 March 1931, the 17-year-old Benjamin...
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Wigmore Hall Closure
A message from Wigmore Hall’s Director, John Gilhooly Monday 16 March 2020 In accordance with Public Health England’s guidance, Wigmore Hall will be closed from Tuesday 17 March until at least Tuesday...
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World class musicians return to the concert hall
Tuesday 12 May 2020 Live classical music to return to BBC Radio 3 and UK homes through 20 Wigmore Hall concerts. Leading musicians including Mitsuko Uchida, Mark Padmore, Iestyn Davies to perform and...
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A Video Message from John Gilhooly
Published 26 June 2020 A short video message from our Director about the road ahead for Wigmore Hall At the end of this historic four weeks of lockdown performances here in an empty Wigmore Hall, I...
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Angela Hewitt awarded Wigmore Medal
Pianist Angela Hewitt has been awarded the Wigmore Medal on stage at Wigmore Hall after her Special Broadcast Recital on June 25. The Wigmore Medal was awarded to Ms. Hewitt in recognition of her...
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Audiences, international artists return
Live audiences and international artists return to Wigmore Hall Further to the Government announcement postponing previous permission for public concerts, we will not proceed with our live broadcast...
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John Gilhooly confirms New Autumn Series
Artistic Director John Gilhooly confirms 100 concerts for newly revised Wigmore programme from 13 September – 22 December Over 200 artists confirmed, of which over two-thirds are UK born or UK based,...
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An update from Wigmore Hall Learning
Here is an update on Wigmore Hall’s learning and participation programme during COVID, of which we are very proud. Wigmore Hall’s celebrated Learning programme has for over 25 years worked to give...
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