The Bridgewater Hall What's on Guide Winter 15|16

The Bridgewater Hall Winter 15|16

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The Bridgewater Hall Winter 15|16

Festive Picnics Enjoy a Festive Picnic for Two before the following concerts this December: John Rutter’s Christmas Festival (Sat 5 Dec) Christmas with Aled Jones (Mon 21 Dec) Ideal for sharing with family or friends. See page 25 for full details.

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Monday 2 November 7.30pm

Steve Harley is bringing a 7-piece Cockney Rebel to perform the 40th anniversary of The Best Years Of Our Lives album, featuring the world-wide hit Make Me Smile (Come Up And See Me), plus B-sides of the period and, before that, a set of fans’ selections tracks. £38 | £33 (incl £2 fee*)

November

Steve Harley & Cockney Rebel

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Manchester Mid-day Concerts Society

Moricosta String Trio

Lucy Baker-Stockdale violin Steven Burnard viola Jessica Burrows cello Wednesday 4 November 1.10pm György Kurtág Signs, Games and Messages (1989-2005) Mozart Divertimento in E flat, K563

Steve Harley

Raymond Gubbay

Supported by The Haworth Trust

Mozart Masterpieces Mozart Festival Orchestra Michael Bawtree conductor Eleanor Dennis soprano Kim Sheehan soprano George Humphreys baritone Christopher Swann clarinet

£11.50 | £9.50 concession | £7 student (incl £2 fee*)

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The Hallé

The Vera Clegg Memorial Concert Nikolaj Znaider conductor Jian Wang cello

Sunday 1 November 3.00pm Mozart Don Giovanni; Overture Catalogue Aria from Don Giovanni; Eine kleine Nachtmusik; Clarinet Concerto in A major; The Marriage of Figaro Overture; La ci darem la mano from Don Giovanni; The Magic Flute Overture; Symphony No.41 ‘Jupiter’; Sull’aria from The Marriage of Figaro £36.50 | £31.50 | £28.50 | £24.50 | £21.50 £16.50 (incl £2 fee*) Groups of 10 or more receive 20% off the top 3 prices only (Subject to availability, not available online) Book Tickets

Thursday 5 November 7.30pm Verdi Overture: The Force of Destiny (9’) Bloch Schelomo (22’) Tchaikovsky Manfred Symphony (57’) Pre-concert event at 6.30pm Supported by Hallé Legacy Partner Slater Heelis Tickets from £13 £5 student stalls tickets available PwC under 26 half price stalls tickets available (limited number) Book Tickets (Prices incl £2 fee*)

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BBC Philharmonic Sibelius’s 150th Birthday

International Concert Series

Emma Johnson clarinet John Lill piano

John Storgårds conductor Christian Tetzlaff violin

Tuesday 10 November 7.30pm

Saturday 7 November 7.30pm Sibelius Karelia Suite (15’) Magnus Lindberg Violin Concerto (27’) Sibelius The Swan of Tuonela (9’) Sibelius Symphony No.5 (30’)

Schumann Fantasy Pieces for Clarinet Op.73 Brahms Two Rhapsodies Op.79 (piano solo) Brahms Clarinet Sonata in F minor, Op.120 No.1 Schumann Romances for Clarinet Op.94 Brahms Three Intermezzi, Op.117 (piano solo) Brahms Clarinet Sonata in E-flat Op.120 No.2

Journey Through Music at 6.30pm: A Journey Through Music introduction to tonight’s concert especially for families. Further details can be found on the BBC Philharmonic website.

Two of the nation’s best-loved artists join forces to play music they adore.

£38 | £32 | £26 | £21 | £16 | £12 £5 student tickets available with valid student ID Journey Through Music tickets: £7 for children aged 16 & under | £12 for accompanying adults (Prices incl £2 fee*)

£27 | £22 | £17 £7 student standby tickets available on the day (Prices incl £2 fee*)

CD signing – Emma Johnson & John Lill

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John Wilson & The John Wilson Orchestra Gershwin In Hollywood Plus Special Guests

Monday 9 November 7.30pm A sensational new show celebrating the genius of George Gershwin. Featuring I Got Rhythm, The Man I Love, Somebody Loves Me, Fascinatin’ Rhythm and Strike Up The Band – all in their sumptuous original film orchestrations. £48 | £43 | £40 | £29.50 (incl £2 fee*) Book Tickets

The Hallé

Nicholas Collon conductor Jian Wang cello Wednesday 11 November 2.15pm** Thursday 12 & Sunday 15 November 7.30pm R. Strauss Till Eulenspiegel’s Merry Pranks (15’) Saint-Saëns Cello Concerto No.1 (18’) Dvorák Silent Woods (5’) Beethoven Symphony No.7 (38’) **Sponsored by Manchester Airport Tickets from £13 £5 student stalls tickets available PwC under 26 half price stalls tickets available (limited number) (Prices incl £2 fee*)

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Manchester Mid-day Concerts Society

Olga Stezhko piano

Thursday 12 November 1.10pm Prokofiev Tales of an Old Grandmother, Op.31 Sofia Gubaidulina Musical Toys Debussy Images (Book One) Scriabin Vers la flamme, Op.72 Sponsored by Brown Shipley £11.50 | £9.50 concession | £7 student (incl £2 fee*) Book Tickets

BBC Philharmonic Bernstein: Power And Peace Yutaka Sado conductor Rebecca Evans soprano Ronald Brautigam piano Friday 13 November 7.30pm Bernstein Symphony No.1 ‘Jeremiah’ (25’) Mozart Piano Concerto No.17, K453 (28’) Schumann Symphony No.2 (37’) £38 | £32 | £26 | £21 | £16 | £12 £5 student tickets available with valid student ID (Prices incl £2 fee*)

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Emma Johnson

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Raymond Gubbay Presents

Space Spectacular

Pete Harrison conductor Manchester Concert Orchestra Saturday 14 November 7.30pm John Williams Star Wars; Superman; Close Encounters of the Third Kind; E.T. Holst Mars & Jupiter from The Planets Strauss Also Sprach Zarathustra; Blue Danube Waltz Plus music from Star Trek, Battlestar Galactica & Thunderbirds. A voyage through a galaxy of favourites from deep space and beyond. £44.50 | £38.50 | £31.50 | £28.50 | £21.50 £18.50 Groups of 10 or more receive 20% off the top three prices only (Subject to availability, not available online) (Prices incl £2 fee*) Book Tickets

Celtic Woman 10th Anniversary Celebration Wednesday 18 November 7.30pm

Three world-class vocalists and a brilliant Celtic violinist – whose talent and charisma bring centuries of musical and cultural tradition to vibrant life.

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The Waterboys Plus Support

Thursday 19 November 7.30pm The Waterboys crash thrillingly back into the present with a new sound, a new line-up and, as always, the promise of the unexpected. £34.50 | £30.50 (incl £2 fee*)

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John Storgårds conductor Peter Erskine drum set Friday 20 November 7.30pm

No support. £35.50 | £29.50 (incl £2 fee*)

BBC Philharmonic Joybox By Name; Joyful By Nature!

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McCabe Joybox (6’) Stravinsky Ode (10’) Mark-Anthony Turnage Erskine – Concerto for Drum Set and Orchestra (30’) Stravinsky Scherzo à la Russe (4’) Stravinsky Circus Polka (4’) Ives The Unanswered Question (6’) Antheil Symphony No.5, ‘Joyous’ (24’) Journey Through Music at 6.30pm: An introduction to tonight’s concert especially for families. Further details can be found on the BBC Philharmonic website. £38 | £32 | £26 | £21 | £16 | £12 £5 student tickets available with valid student ID Journey Through Music tickets: £7 for children aged 16 & under | £12 for accompanying adults (Prices incl £2 fee*) Book Tickets

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Raymond Gubbay Presents

The Four Seasons By Candlelight

Mozart Festival Orchestra in full 18th Century costume David Juritz conductor/violinist Caroline MacPhie soprano Crispian Steele-Perkins trumpet Sunday 22 November 3.00pm

Mozart Eine kleine Nachtmusik Clarke Trumpet Suite Pachebel Canon Bach Brandenburg Concerto No.3 Handel Let the Bright Seraphim; Eternal Source of Light Divine; Lascia chio pianga from Rinaldo Vivaldi The Four Seasons A sublime programme of 18th century classics performed in an evocative candle-lit style setting.

The Waterboys

The Hallé Keep the Home Fires Burning Stephen Bell conductor Gemma Dunne vocalist Tom Redmond presenter

£38 | £32 | £28 | £21.50 | £14.50 Groups of 10 or more receive 20% off the top three prices only (Subject to availability, not available online) (Prices incl £2 fee*) Book Tickets

Manchester Mid-day Concerts Society

Alexandra Silocea piano

Wednesday 25 November 1.10pm

Saturday 21 November 7.30pm

Ravel Valses nobles et sentimentales Schumann Kreisleriana, Op.16

Programme includes: Elgar Enigma Variations: Nimrod Holst The Planets: Mars Butterworth A Shropshire Lad R. Strauss An Alpine Symphony extract Jarre Overture: Lawrence of Arabia Vaughan Williams Scott of the Antarctic Lehár ‘Gold and Silver’ Waltz

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The Hallé

Cristian Mâcelaru conductor Louise Alder soprano Hallé Choir Thursday 26 November 7.30pm Michael Gandolfi The Garden of Cosmic Speculation movements (8’) Poulenc Gloria (28’) Berlioz Symphonie fantastique (49’) Tickets from £13 £5 student stalls tickets available PwC under 26 half price stalls tickets available (limited number) (Prices incl £2 fee*)

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Brit Floyd Space & Time - World Tour 2015 Friday 27 November 8.00pm

Please note that lasers, strobes and haze will be used during this concert. From their creation in 1965 right through to the release of their brand new album, The Endless River; this amazing new show includes performances from all Pink Floyd’s biggest selling albums, including The Dark Side of the Moon, Wish You Were Here, Animals, The Wall and The Division Bell plus a host of other Pink Floyd musical surprises. £41.50 | £31.50 (incl £2 fee*)

Josh Groban Stages Tour No Support

Saturday 28 November 8.00pm Sold Out £52 | £42 (incl £2 fee*)

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Music For The Mind & Soul

Ramprapanna Bhattacharya sitar Kousic Sen tabla Sunday 29 November 1.00pm Barbirolli Room

An afternoon of beautiful Indian music from two incredibly skilled and creative artists. £14 | £12 concession (incl £2 fee*) Book Tickets

International Concert Series

Lang Lang piano

Sunday 29 November 7.30pm J.S. Bach Italian Concerto in F BMV 971 (12’) Tchaikovsky The Seasons Op.37 (43’) Chopin Four Scherzos, Op.20, Op.31, Op.39 & Op.54 (40’) The hottest ticket in classical music. For all the showmanship and media hype, Lang Lang remains a serious and dedicated musician able to display refined technique in Bach, inventive characterisation in Tchaikovsky and stormy brilliance in the music of Chopin. £65 | £55 | £45 | £31 (incl £2 fee*) Book Tickets

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December Lang Lang © Harald Hoffmann

CLIC Sargent Hospitals Christmas Carol Concerts

Clark Rundell conductor Jonathan Scott organ Greater Manchester Police Trumpeters Jonathan Taylor musical director Monday 30 November & Tuesday 1 December 7.30pm Holy Family School, Salford (Monday) St Brendan’s Primary, Bolton (Monday) St Vincent’s Primary, Altrincham (Tuesday) St Michael’s Primary, Flixton (Tuesday) Come and join in singing traditional carols for all the family to enjoy with choirs from hospitals in Manchester and surrounding districts who will be joined by choirs from Primary Schools around the area. In aid of CLIC Sargent, a charity which supports children with cancer and gives help to their families.

The Hallé

Louis Langrée conductor Lars Vogt piano Wednesday 2 December 2.15pm** Thursday 3 & Sunday 6 December 7.30pm Mendelssohn Overture: The Hebrides (Fingal’s Cave) (10’) Schumann Piano Concerto (31’) Brahms Symphony No.2 (43’) ** Sponsored by Manchester Airport Tickets from £13 £5 student stalls tickets available PwC under 26 half price stalls tickets available (limited number) (Prices incl £2 fee*)

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Manchester Mid-day Concerts Society

Imma Setiadi piano

Thursday 3 December 1.10pm Beethoven Sonata in C minor Op.13, ‘Pathetique’ Debussy Selections from Preludes (Book 2) Chopin Scherzo No.2 in B flat minor Op.31 Concert given in memory of Lynne Spencer £11.50 | £9.50 concession | £7 student (incl £2 fee*)

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BBC Philharmonic Brahms’s Third Symphony Juanjo Mena conductor James Ehnes violin Susan Bickley mezzo-soprano Friday 4 December 7.30pm

Gareth Malone

Dvorák Overture ‘Carnival’ (10’) Britten Violin Concerto (31’) Thomas Adès America – A Prophecy (15’) Brahms Symphony No.3 (35’) Preview at 6.30pm: Students and invited guests discuss the expression of personal identity in music, in a debate hosted by Michael Symmons Roberts. £38 | £32 | £26 | £21 | £16 | £12 £5 student tickets available with valid student ID (Prices incl £2 fee*)

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International Concert Series

John Rutter’s Christmas Festival Royal Philharmonic Orchestra Chetham’s Chamber Choir John Rutter CBE conductor Elin Manahan Thomas soprano Jonathan Scott organ Saturday 5 December 7.30pm Programme includes: Tchaikovsky Nutcracker Suite Handel Messiah (excerpts) Bach Sinfonia from Cantata No.29 (solo organ) With carols composed and arranged by John Rutter such as Star Carol, Shepherd’s Pipe Carol and What Sweeter Music, as well as traditional carols for the audience to sing. The most popular living choral composer in the world makes his Bridgewater Hall debut hosting and conducting a star-studded line-up in this outstanding festival of Christmas favourites. £42 | £35 | £29 | £24 | £17 £7 student standby tickets available on the day (Prices incl £2 fee*) Book Tickets

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Gareth Malone

Monday 7 December 7.30pm Join the nation’s favourite choirmaster and his choir ‘Voices’ for an all new show in 2015. £39.50 | £27 Exclusive VIP Package £101 includes: pre-show meet and greet with Gareth Malone; top price ticket seated in stalls (first 10 rows); exclusive piece of tour merchandise; special VIP tour souvenir pass Up Close & Personal £47 includes: top price ticket seated in stalls (first 10 rows); signed photo from Gareth Malone; special VIP tour souvenir pass (Prices incl £2 fee*)

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Jason Manford & Guests

The Piccadilly Symphony Orchestra Tuesday 8 December 7.30pm

The Hallé Christmas Family Concert Jamie Phillips conductor Alasdair Malloy presenter Sunday 6 December 3.00pm Calling all children, parents and grandparents. Join Jamie Phillips, Alasdair Malloy and Santa’s little helpers, the Hallé, for the annual fun-filled festive family concert, full of sing-alongs, jingle-alongs, seasonal surprises, orchestral antics and audience amazement. The perfect way to start a family Christmas, this cracker of a concert is so popular, even Father Christmas takes time out to attend. Why not get into the spirit and dress up as a snowman or Rudolph?

If you have any sleigh bells – homemade or real – then bring them along and join in.

Join Jason Manford and some very special guests as he returns for another night of festive sing-along Christmas fun.

Accompanied by the Piccadilly Symphony Orchestra and Choir, this is the event to get you into the Christmas spirit!

Featuring Oh Holy Night, White Christmas, Christmas Song, Winter Wonderland, Jingle Bells, Mary Did you Know, Have yourself a Merry Little Christmas, Silent Night, In the Bleak Midwinter, and many many more.

All profits will go to the Children’s Adventure Farm. £27 | £24.50 concession (incl £2 fee*) Book Tickets

Sponsored by PZ Cussons, Manchester Airport and Scapa £22 Adult | £14 Children (aged 17 and under) £57 Family Ticket (any 4 people, including at least one child) (Prices incl £2 fee*) Book Tickets

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Manchester Mid-day Concerts Society

VOCES8 a cappella octet Sing Joyfully

Andrea Haines, Emily Dickens, Christopher Wardle, Barnaby Smith, Samuel Dressel, Oliver Vincent, Paul Smith, Dingle Yandell Wednesday 9 December 1.10pm Trad. arr. Stefan Class Maria Durch ein Dornwald Ging Praetorius Magnificat Quinti Toni Byrd Haec Dies Schütz Die Himmel erzählen die Ehre Gottes Ola Gjeilo Ubi Caritas Rachmaninov Bogoroditse Devo ( All-Night Vigil, Op.37) Plus special arrangements of Away in a manger, Silent Night, Walking in a Winter Wonderland and Jingle Bells Secure your seat for the Mid-days’ Christmas special this year featuring a cappella vocal group VOCES8, ethereal voices blended with an entertaining stage presence. Advance booking recommended for this hugely popular event.

Sponsored by Brewin Dolphin Securities £11.50 | £9.50 concession | £7 student (incl £2 fee*)

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The Hallé

Sir Mark Elder conductor Harish Shankar conductor** Stephen Hough piano Thursday 10 December 7.30pm Tchaikovsky Fatum** (10’) Beethoven Piano Concerto No.1 (34’) Rachmaninov Symphony No.3 (45’) Pre-concert event 6.30pm Sponsored by First TransPennine Express Tickets from £13 £5 student stalls tickets available PwC under 26 half price stalls tickets available (limited number) Book Tickets (Prices incl £2 fee*) 11

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Christmas is Coming!

St. Ann’s Hospice

St Ann’s Hospice Festival Choir Corus Brass Ensemble Christopher Ellis piano John Pomphrey conductor Sue Nicholls presenter Friday 11 December 7.30pm Join St Ann’s Hospice for their annual concert of Christmas music and carols with favourites for all the family to sing, including The Twelve Days of Christmas, It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year, Christmas is Coming, Carol of the Bells, In the Bleak Mid-winter as well as carols for the audience. Don’t miss out on this spectacular event with all proceeds going to St Ann’s Hospice. £27 | £24 | £22 | £20 (incl £2 fee*) Concessions available Book Tickets Half price for under 16 year olds

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Raymond Gubbay Presents

Sinatra Centenary

Manchester Concert Orchestra Gavin Sutherland conductor Emma Kershaw & Graham Bickley special guests James Wilson & Leila Stewart dancers JazzCo Tech Dancers Sunday 13 December 3.00pm Programme includes: Come Fly With Me, The Lady Is A Tramp, I’ve Got You Under My Skin, Night And Day, Witchcraft, Luck Be A Lady Tonight and My Way, plus classic Sinatra Christmas favourites including Let it Snow, White Christmas and Jingle Bells.

Celebrate the 100th birthday of the late, great Frank Sinatra with a concert of songs and music made famous by the world’s most-loved singer. £41.50 | £36.50 | £30.50 | £26.50 | £21.50 | £18 (incl £2 fee*) Groups of 10 or more receive 20% off the top three prices only (Subject to availability, not available online) Book Tickets

Kate Rusby at Christmas

The Hallé

Laurence Cummings conductor Ruby Hughes soprano Catherine Hopper mezzo-soprano Joshua Ellicott tenor Henry Waddington bass Hallé Choir Saturday 12 December 7.30pm

Monday 14 December 7.30pm

Hugely spirited but undoubtedly family affairs, Kate’s concerts celebrate what makes Christmas so special and so much fun as she and her fellow musicians perform fabulous songs brimful of the goodwill and spirituality of the season and in doing so puts smiles on faces and joy in our hearts. £27 | £17 for under 16 years old (incl £2 fee*)

Handel Messiah (135’)

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Caro Emerald

Caro Emerald

Raymond Gubbay Presents

Tuesday 15 December Doors 7.00pm Gorgeous and stylish, Caro blends retro jazz with sampling and modern pop to create her signature sound.

In April Caro released Quicksand, a brand new song that provides a glimpse of the third album which is scheduled for release this autumn. £47 | £34.50 | £24.50 (incl £2 fee*) Book Tickets

Texas

Plus Special Guests Wednesday 16 December Doors 7.00pm Texas return to The Bridgewater Hall following the release of their incredible new album Texas 25, to celebrate their 25th anniversary. Limited availability. £50.50 | £39 | £30.50 (incl £2 fee*) Book Tickets

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Carols by Candlelight

Jennifer France soprano Michael Bawtree conductor Canzonetta Choir Mozart Festival Orchestra Thursday 17 December 7.30pm Handel Zadok the Priest, Christmas sequence from Messiah Corelli Allegro and Pastorale from Christmas Concerto Cullen Joy to the World Mozart Alleluia from Exsultate Jubilate Pearsall Gabriel’s Message Darke In the bleak midwinter And carols for all Enjoy carols and seasonal classics staged in full 18th century costume in an evocative candle-lit style setting. £42 | £37.50 | £31.50 | £24.50 | £18.50 (incl £2 fee*) Book Tickets Groups of 10 or more receive 20% off the top three prices

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Manchester Mid-day Concerts Society

Florilegium baroque ensemble

Ashley Solomon director Mary Collins 18th century dancer** Friday 18 December 1.10pm Leclair Deuxieme Recreation de Musique Op.8* Telemann Paris Quartet in B minor (1783 collection) Rebel Les Caractères de la danse** Renowned period instrument ensemble Florilegium are joined by a specialist in 18th century dance.

Sponsored by The Ida Carroll Trust £11.50 | £9.50 concession | £7 student (incl £2 fee*)

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Hallé Christmas Sing-along

Stephen Bell conductor Anna-Jane Casey vocalist Winner of the Hallé Corporate Choir Competition Hallé Youth Training Choir Friday 18 December 7.30pm

The Hallé Christmas Carol Concerts Stephen Bell conductor Hallé Choir Hallé Youth Choir Hallé Children’s Choir

Saturday 19 December 3.00pm** Sunday 20 December 3.00pm*** & 7.30pm The programme includes Hark the Herald Angels Sing, Wexford Carol, While Shepherds Watched their Flocks

by Night, Away in a Manger, In the Bleak Mid-Winter, Candlelight Carol, Gobbledegook the Turkey, O Come all ye Faithful, Sleigh Ride and more... ** Sponsored by First TransPennine Express *** Sponsored by Siemens Tickets from £20 PwC under 26 half price stalls tickets available (limited number) (Prices incl £2 fee*)

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Hallé Youth Orchestra Jamie Phillips conductor Andrew Zolinsky piano

Saturday 19 December 7.30pm

The programme includes The Twelve Days of Christmas, A Christmas Carnival and festive songs such as When a Child is Born, White Christmas, The Most Wonderful Time of the Year and many more.

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John Adams The Chairman Dances Gershwin Piano Concerto Tchaikovsky Symphony No.4 £12 Adult | £9.50 concessions | £5 under 5 years or in full-time education (incl £2 fee*)

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Aled Jones

Raymond Gubbay Presents

Christmas With Aled Jones Jonathan Antoine special guest Lucas Pinto treble Adrian Lucas conductor Manchester Chorale Manchester Concert Orchestra Monday 21 December 7.30pm Goodall The Lord is My Shepherd Bach/Gounod Ave Maria Blake Walking in the Air Darke In the bleak midwinter Rutter Shepherd’s Pipe Carol Gruber Silent Night Adam O Holy Night Tchaikovsky Waltz of the Flowers & Trepak from The Nutcracker And carols for all £44.50 | £39.50 | £31.50 | £24.50 | £18.50 (incl £2 fee*) Groups of 10 or more receive 20% off the top three prices

The Hallé The Snowman

(screening with live music) Stephen Bell conductor Tom Redmond presenter Tuesday 22 December 1.30pm & 4.00pm** Wednesday 23 December 1.30pm & 4.00pm*** arr. Alasdair Malloy A Frozen Fantasy (7’) Steve Pickett Dinosaurumpus: a romp for audience and symphony orchestra – world premiere (20’) Howard Blake The Snowman (26’) ** Sponsored by UBS *** Sponsored by Manchester Airport £24 Adult | £16 Children (aged 17 and under) £64 Family Ticket (any 4 people, including at least one child) Everyone is required to have a ticket. A number of babes in arms tickets are available for children under 2 years from the Box Office on 0161 907 9000 (Prices incl £2 fee*) Book Tickets

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Raymond Gubbay Presents

Raymond Gubbay Presents

Jonathan Cohen conductor Louise Dearman special guest Manchester Chorale Manchester Concert Orchestra

Anthony Inglis conductor Manchester Concert Orchestra

Christmas Carol Singalong

Thursday 24 December 3.00pm Programme includes: I Wish It Could Be Christmas Everyday; Sleigh Ride; Santa Claus Is Coming To Town; Merry Christmas Everyone; O Holy Night; O Come, All Ye Faithful; Let It Go; When A Child Is Born; Winter Wonderland Sing your heart out as Jonathan Cohen leads another fun filled jamboree of carols and Christmas hits. £42 | £37.50 | £31.50 | £24.50 | £18.50 (incl £2 fee*) Groups of 10 or more receive 20% off the top three prices Book Tickets

Raymond Gubbay Presents

Last Night of the Christmas Proms Mario Sofroniou tenor James Cleverton baritone John Pryce–Jones conductor Manchester Concert Orchestra Saturday 26 December 3.00pm Humperdinck Hansel and Gretel Overture Ravel Bolero Sousa Liberty Bell March Tchaikovsky Sleeping Beauty Waltz Puccini Che gelida manina from La bohème Denza Funiculi, funicular Bizet Toreador Song Mascagni Intermezzo from Cavalleria rusticana

The Best Of John Williams Sunday 27 December 3.00pm

Featuring music from E.T., JFK, Jaws, Star Wars, Superman, Harry Potter, Jurassic Park, Indiana Jones, Schindler’s List, Close Encounters and Memoirs Of A Geisha.

Nothing can compare to the iconic music of John Williams. This exciting concert is a fitting celebration of his most popular film scores, from E.T. to Star Wars and beyond. £42 | £37.50 | £31.50 | £24.50 | £18.50 (incl £2 fee*) Groups of 10 or more receive 20% off Book Tickets

Raymond Gubbay Presents

The Sound Of Musicals

Richard Balcombe conductor Manchester Concert Orchestra Kerry Ellis, Summer Strallen, Tim Howar and Graham Bickley special guests Monday 28 December 3.00pm Including music from Anything Goes, Kiss Me Kate, My Fair Lady, Miss Saigon, South Pacific, Hairspray, Guys And Dolls, Les Misérables, Grease, Cats, Follies and The Phantom Of The Opera. £42 | £37.50 | £31.50 | £24.50 | £18.50 (incl £2 fee*) Groups of 10 or more receive 20% off Book Tickets

An exciting concert of rousing classics with a grand flag waving British finale! Plus all your Proms favourites including Hornpipe, Rule, Britannia!, Nessun Dorma, Land Of Hope And Glory and The Dam Busters March. £42 | £37.50 | £31.50 | £24.50 | £18.50 (incl £2 fee*) Groups of 10 or more receive 20% off Book Tickets

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ABBA Symphonica

The Hallé Superheroes of the Silver Screen Stephen Bell conductor Dean Collinson vocalist

Tuesday 29 December 7.30pm John Williams Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom Hans Zimmer Gladiator Barry Thunderball Korngold Robin Hood Barry From Russia with Love Danny Elfman Batman Suite John Williams Superman March Vangelis Chariots of Fire Barry On Her Majesty’s Secret Service (We have all the time in the world) James Horner Apollo 13 Steiner Gone with the Wind (Tara’s theme) Hupfeld Casablanca (As Time Goes By) Giacchino The Incredibles

The Hallé ABBA Symphonica

Stephen Bell conductor Annie Skates, Emma Kershaw, Dean Collinson & David Combes vocalists Wednesday 30 December 7.30pm Programme includes Waterloo; Gimme! Gimme! Gimme!; SOS; Super Trouper; The Name Of The Game; The Winner Takes It All; I Do, I Do, I Do, I Do, I Do; Money, Money, Money; Dancing Queen; Lay All Your Love On Me; Does Your Mother Know; Take A Chance On Me; Fernando; Voulez-Vous; Knowing Me, Knowing You; I Have A Dream; Mamma Mia and Thank You For The Music.

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Manchester Camerata Tim Redmond conductor Louise Dearman soloist

Thursday 31 December 2015 See out 2015 with a glamorous evening celebrating the world’s most famous secret agent. West End star Louise Dearman joins Manchester Camerata for a thrilling evening of all your favourite Bond themes including Goldfinger, Skyfall and Diamonds Are Forever.

Dress to impress and arrive early to enjoy our special 007 themed foyer entertainment while sipping a glass of champagne. Delicious dining options also available.

From 5.00pm: Pre-concert dining (see below).

From 6.30pm: Informal entertainment in the foyer.

Concert at 8.00pm.

Five Course Dinner Five course menu, including coffee, petit fours and half bottle of wine. Served in the Barbirolli Room. £56 per person (Limited availability) Platters For two persons to share Savoury platters include a bottle of wine Charcuterie platter £62 | Vegetarian platter £62 Seafood platter £67 | Dessert platter £16 Jurys Inn Hotel Packages Package includes accommodation, breakfast and top price concert ticket Single Ticket Package £140 | Double Ticket Package £195 To book this package (including your concert tickets), please contact Jurys Inn on 0161 953 8888 or bookonline at www.jurysinns.com quoting promocode BWHNYE.

Concert tickets £55 | £45 | £35 (incl £2 fee*) Book Tickets

Box Office: 0161 907 9000 www.bridgewater-hall.co.uk

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January

Olena Tokar

Manchester Camerata The New Year’s Day Viennese

The Hallé A Viennese Celebration

Friday 1 January 3.00pm

Saturday 2 January 3.00pm

Brahms Hungarian Dances (selections) J Strauss II On the Beautiful Blue Danube J Strauss I Radetzky March, Op.228 J Strauss II Emperor Waltz J Strauss II Frühlingsstimmen, Op.410 (Voices of Spring) J Strauss II Thunder and Lightning Polka Lehár Vilja Lied

J. Strauss II Tritsch-Tratsch Polka J. Strauss II Thunder and Lightning Polka J. Strauss II Overture: Die Fledermaus J. Strauss II Annen-Polka J. Strauss II On the Beautiful Blue Danube: Waltz J. Strauss Radetzky March

Alpesh Chauhan conductor Olena Tokar soprano

£42 | £37 | £30 | £25 | £20 £5 student tickets with valid student ID (strictly limited availability) (Prices incl £2 fee*) Book Tickets 19

Jamie Phillips conductor Malin Christensson soprano

Tickets from £13 PwC under 26 half price stalls tickets available (limited number) (Prices incl £2 fee*)

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Raymond Gubbay Presents

International Concert Series

Ray McVay bandleader Catherine Sykes, Colin Anthony and Ray Wordsworth special guests The Uptown Hall Gang The Moonlight Serenaders The Jiving Lindy Hoppers

Joshua Bell violin/music director Steven Isserlis cello

Glenn Miller Orchestra

Sunday 3 January 3.00pm Programme includes: Moonlight Serenade; Strike Up The Band; Tuxedo Junction; New York, New York; As Time Goes By; Chattanooga Choo Choo; What A Wonderful World; Rhapsody In Blue; Jumpin’ at the Woodside; Jersey Bounce and Running Wild. Plus a tribute to the music of the Big Bands – Ted Heath, Benny Goodman and Louis Armstrong. £34.50 | £30.50 | £26.50 | £21.50 | £18.50 (incl £2 fee*) Groups of 10 or more receive 20% off (Subject to availability, not available online) Book Tickets

Manchester Mid-day Concerts Society

Richard Uttley piano

Wednesday 6 January 1.10pm

Academy of St Martin in the Fields Friday 8 January 7.30pm Dvorák Silent Woods (cello & orchestra) (7’) Beethoven Symphony No.8 (28’) Schumann Elegy (violin & orchestra) (7’) Brahms ‘Double Concerto’ (violin & cello) (30’) Joshua Bell takes on the role of conductor, orchestral leader and soloist in a programme of romantic moods and classical poise.

Post-concert Divertimento £40 | £33 | £27 | £22 | £14 £7 student standby tickets available on the day (Prices incl £2 fee*)

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Raymond Gubbay Presents

Johann Strauss Gala

Rainer Hersch conductor Samantha Hay soprano Johann Strauss Dancers Johann Strauss Orchestra Sunday 10 January 3.00pm

Beethoven Piano Sonata No.28 in A major Op.101 Naomi Pinnock New work Chopin Ballade No.1 in G minor, Op.23 Supported by The Laurance Turner Memorial Trust £11.50 | £9.50 concession | £7 student (incl £2 fee*)

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Programme includes: The Blue Danube Waltz; Radetzky March; Bandits’ Galopp; Cinderella Waltz; Emperor Waltz; Polka Furioso; Carmen Quadrille; Napoleon March The Johann Strauss Dancers and Orchestra return with a brand new show for 2016 with irrepressible showman Rainer Hersch. £41.50 | £36.50 | £29.50 | £24.50 | £21.50 £16.50 (incl £2 fee*) Groups of 10 or more receive 20% off (Subject to availability, not available online) Book Tickets

bit or credit card are subject to a 2% booking fee. No fee applies to tickets bought in person and paid for by cash or cheque.

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Henry Rollins Charmingly Obstinate Tour 2016

BBC Philharmonic Life, Liberty... And Great Tunes!

Henry Rollins has forged his own distinct career path, with the intensity of his punk rock roots with Black Flag and Rollins Band matched by the uncompromising attitude that has permeated through his spoken word performances and journalism. Now Rollins – who can also add actor, radio host and TV presenter to his eclectic list of credits – has announced details of his first UK ‘talking shows’ since his memorable Long March tour of 2012.

Saturday 16 January 7.30pm

Tuesday 12 January 7.30pm

£24.50 (incl £2 fee*)

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Manchester Mid-day Concerts Society

Ducasse Trio

John Wilson conductor Jonathan Scott organ

Ives Variations on ‘America’ (8’) Philip Glass Mad Rush (9’) Copland Organ Symphony (24’) Copland Billy the Kid – suite (22’) Korngold The Adventures of Robin Hood – symphonic suite (21’) Journey Through Music at 6.30pm: An introduction to tonight’s concert especially for families. Further details can be found on the BBC Philharmonic website. £38 | £32 | £26 | £21 | £16 | £12 £5 student tickets available with valid student ID Journey Through Music tickets: £7 for children aged 16 & under | £12 for accompanying adults (Prices incl £2 fee*)

Charlotte Maclet violin William Duncombe clarinet Fiachra Garvey piano

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Wednesday 13 January 1.10pm Stravinsky Suite from ‘L’Histoire du Soldat’ (1919) Ives Largo (1901) Milhaud Suite Op.157b Bartók Contrasts, Sz.111 Supported by an anonymous donor £11.50 | £9.50 concession | £7 student (incl £2 fee*) Book Tickets

The Hallé

Lothar Koenigs conductor Gretha Tuls bassoon Thursday 14 January 7.30pm Wagner A Faust Overture (12’) Weber Bassoon Concerto (17’) Brahms Symphony No.1 (‘47) Pre-concert event 6.30pm

Raymond Gubbay Presents

Swan Lake

The Russian State Ballet of Siberia The Orchestra of the Russian State Ballet Sergei Bobrov artistic director Anatoly Tchepurnoi music director & chief conductor Sunday 17 January 3.00pm & 7.00pm Monday 18 January 7.30pm The greatest romantic ballet of all time is brought to life by Tchaikovsky’s haunting and unforgettable score.

Matinee tickets: £34.50 | £31.50 | £21.50 Evening tickets: £42 | £37 | £31 Limited half price tickets for under 16 year olds when a full price A or B priced ticket is purchased (Subject to availability) (Prices incl £2 fee*) Book Tickets

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Swan Lake

The Hallé

International Concert Series

Cristian Mandeal conductor Sophia Jaffé violin

The Tallis Scholars

Wednesday 20 January 2.15pm** Thursday 21 & Sunday 24 January 7.30pm

Friday 22 January 7.30pm

Peter Philips conductor

Brahms Variations on a Theme by Haydn (18’) Bruch Scottish Fantasy (30’) Schumann Symphony No.1, ‘Spring’ (32’) ** Sponsored by Manchester Airport

Taverner Leroy Kyrie Tavener As one who has slept; Funeral Ikos Tallis Lamenations I Allegri Miserere Tavener The Lamb; Song for Athene Taverner Quemadmodum; Gaude plurimum

Tickets from £13 £5 student stalls tickets available PwC under 26 half price stalls tickets available (limited number) (Prices incl £2 fee*)

John Tavener reached a world-wide audience through choral pieces such as The Lamb, and his Song for Athene was sung at the funeral of Princess Diana. His music shows diverse influences, including Tudor polyphony by composers such as his almost namesake, John Taverner.

Manchester Mid-day Concerts Society

Preview 6.30pm: Peter Philips discusses the life, work and his friendship with the late Sir John Tavener

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Tanya Sweiry violin Somi Kim piano

Thursday 21 January 1.10pm Schubert Fantasie in C major, D.934 Strauss Violin Sonata in E flat major, Op.18

CD signing – Peter Philips £34 | £29 | £25 | £22 | £17 £7 student standby tickets available on the day (Prices incl £2 fee*)

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Help Musicians UK supporting emerging artists £11.50 | £9.50 concession | £7 student (incl £2 fee*) Book Tickets

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Unlimited Voices present

The Great Songs of Musical Theatre Saturday 23 January 7.30pm

Join 200 local amateur singers as they celebrate the world of musical theatre from Rodgers and Hammerstein to Sondheim and Schwartz. With smash hit numbers from shows such as Matilda, Thriller and We Will Rock You. Brand new arrangements especially written for this concert such as If I Loved You (Carousel), Stranger in Paradise (Kismet), Send in the Clowns (A Little Night Music), The Ascot Gavotte (My Fair Lady), and Something’s Coming (West Side Story). Slap on the greasepaint, and step into the limelight for this whirlwind journey through 70 years of the best of the West End and Broadway. £19.50 | £17.50 | £15.50 | £12 (incl £2 fee) Book Tickets

BBC Philharmonic Mahler’s Fourth Symphony Jesús López-Cobos conductor Jean-Efflam Bavouzet piano Ruby Hughes soprano

The Hallé España

Stephen Bell conductor Craig Ogden guitar Saturday 30 January 7.30pm Bizet Carmen: Suite Chabrier Rhapsody: España Falla The Three Cornered Hat: Three Dances Ravel Boléro Glinka Jota Aragonesa Rodrigo Concierto de Aranjuez Sponsored by Manchester Airport Tickets from £20 PwC under 26 half price stalls tickets available (limited number) (Prices incl £2 fee*)

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Rebecca Ferguson Lady Sings the Blues Tour 2016 Plus Special Guests

Sunday 31 January 7.30pm

Friday 29 January 7.30pm Hindemith Concert Music for Strings and Brass (17’) Ravel Piano Concerto in G major (21’) Mahler Symphony No.4 (56’) £38 | £32 | £26 | £21 | £16 | £12 £5 student tickets available with valid student ID (Prices incl £2 fee*) Book Tickets

Lady Sings The Blues is Rebecca’s third record and is based on the classic, iconic songs of Billie Holiday.

Ferguson now brings her own experience, story and remarkable vocal prowess to these classic songs for a new generation.

Under 14 year olds to be accompanied by an adult.

A maximum of 6 tickets per person £37 | £30.50 | £24.50 (incl £2 fee*) Book Tickets

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*A booking fee of £2 per ticket applies to phone and online transactions. Tickets bought in person at the Box Office by debit or credit card are subject to a 2% booking fee. No fee applies to tickets bought in person and paid for by cash or cheque.

The Bridgewater Hall

Coming Soon Jack Jones: Jack Sings Frank A Celebration of 100 Years of Frank Sinatra Sunday 7 February 7.30pm

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BBC Philharmonic

Leningrad: Music from the Front Line Juanjo Mena conductor Dejan Lazićpiano

Anton & Erin ... just gotta dance

Anton du Beke & Erin Boag Richard Balcombe conductor Lance Ellington star vocalist Six World Class Ensemble Dancers Manchester Concert Orchestra Sunday 20 March 3.00pm & 7.30pm Book Tickets

Saturday 13 Feb 7.30pm Bartók Piano Concerto No.3 Shostakovich Symphony No.7 in C major, ‘Leningrad’ Book Tickets

The Hallé Valentine’s Day Concert Stephen Bell conductor Natalya Romaniw soprano David Butt Philip tenor Sunday 14 February 7.30pm Book Tickets

International Concert Series

Adrian Chandler violin/director Peter Whelan bassoon Friday 19 February 7.30pm

Anton & Erin

La Serenissima The Four Seasons

Vivaldi Concertos for Violin ‘in tromba marina’ in D & G; Concertos for Bassoon in G & B-flat; ‘Four Seasons’ (Manchester version) Concertos for Violin and Strings

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The Bridgewater Hall

Guided Tours

Your chance to see behind the scenes at The Bridgewater Hall.

Our entertaining tour guides will tell you about the history of Manchester’s iconic international concert hall, and take you on a tour to parts of the building not usually open to the public.

Tuesday 3 November 1.30pm | Sunday 15 November 2.30pm | Saturday 21 November 1.30pm | Thursday 10 December 1.30pm | Tuesday 29 December 1.30pm Tuesday 19 January 1.00pm| Saturday 30 January 2.00pm £5.00 (£4.00 concessions)

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Tickets available from the Box Office or book online.

To arrange a private tour for a group of 20 or more (tickets £4.00 per person), please contact the Group Bookings Coordinator on 0161 907 9010. Please note sometimes tours take place when the Hall is otherwise closed.

Festive Picnics for Two John Rutter’s Christmas Festival Saturday 5 December 7.30pm

Christmas With Aled Jones Monday 21 December 7.30pm Enjoy a Festive Picnic for Two before the show in the comfort of one of our dining spaces, which you can also return to during the interval.

Each Festive Picnic for Two includes a glass of Prosecco each plus a bottle of wine to share. View the full tempting menu in the concert listing online. To book, please contact the Box Office on 0161 907 9000. Please inform us of any allergens or other dietary requirements.

The Bridgewater Hall offers a unique and creative environment for a diverse range of conferences and events.

The Hall offers the perfect space for intimate meetings, conferences, exhibitions, dinners, wine tastings or private parties; whatever the occasion The Bridgewater Hall can accommodate your needs and requirements.

T: 0161 950 0000 E: conferences@bridgewater-hall.co.uk www.bridgewater-hall.co.uk

Booking Information Online Visit www.bridgewater-hall.co.uk where you have the option to select your own seat or choose the best available.

You can also add gift and car park vouchers to your order.

If you select your own seat, you can see at a glance which seats are available.

By phone 0161 907 9000

In person

Facilities for disabled patrons

Box Office, The Bridgewater Hall, Lower Mosley Street, Manchester M2 3WS

The Bridgewater Hall is fully accessible for disabled patrons. For full information please visit www.bridgewater-hall.co.uk or call the Box Office.

By post

Jurys Inn

To the Box Office at the address above

Box Office opening hours* 10.00am – 6.00pm Monday to Saturday (8.00pm on concert nights) Sunday (concert nights only) 12.00 noon – 8.00pm Closed on non-concert Sundays * As at September 2015. Please phone the Box Office or visit www.bridgewater-hall.co.uk to check for changes in opening times.

Mastercard, Visa, Maestro and Delta all welcome

Booking Fees A booking fee of £2 per ticket applies to telephone and online transactions. Tickets bought in person at the Box Office using a debit card or credit card are subject to a 2% booking fee. No fee applies to tickets bought in person and paid for by cash or cheque or purchased as part of a fixed or flexible subscription.

For details of ticket exchange, group discounts, concessionary and standby tickets, please visit www.bridgewater-hall.co.uk or call the Box Office.

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Parking Discounts A limited number of guaranteed spaces are available to Bridgewater Hall patrons at Park Avenue car park (see map) for £6.00. Spaces must be booked with the Box Office or online at least a week before the concert and are valid from 5.30pm (or otherwise stated) on the date indicated. Patrons can also save money on evening NCP parking at Manchester Central Car Park (formerly G-Mex), Great Northern Phase 1 & 2 and Oxford Street.

Validate your ticket at the Hall for a discounted rate.

Jurys Inn is conveniently situated across the road from the Hall. Ask about special room rates for Bridgewater Hall patrons on 0161 953 8888 or jurysinnmanchester@jurysinns.com

Sonic Manchester Student Discounts Sonic Manchester is a free network for students run by BBC Philharmonic, Manchester Camerata, the RNCM and The Bridgewater Hall. It gives students the opportunity to buy discounted tickets for a diverse range of events when they show a valid student ID. Sign up to Sonic Manchester to find out about all current offers: facebook.com/sonicmanchester

Getting Here The Hall is in the centre of Manchester, easily accessible by public transport and by road.

Metrolink tram passengers should alight at Deansgate-Castlefield. St Peter’s Square Metrolink stop is now closed.

The nearest bus stops for major routes into the city centre are St Peter’s Square/Portland Street or Deansgate.

The nearest rail stations are Deansgate and Oxford Road.

The nearest car parks are Park Avenue, NCP Manchester Central, NCP Great Northern or NCP Oxford Street.

Remember you can book Park Avenue parking when you buy your concert tickets. If travelling by car, please allow plenty of time for your journey.

The Bridgewater Hall Lower Mosley Street Manchester M2 3WS

Coaches can drop off and pick up outside the main entrance on Lower Mosley Street.

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Eating, Drinking & Shopping Make the most of your evening by enjoying a relaxing drink or a pre-concert meal in The Charles Hallé Restaurant or Stalls Café Bar. You can also indulge in a little retail therapy in our shop.

The Charles Hallé Restaurant Enjoy Head Chef Marco Tedde’s mouth-watering supper in our award-winning restaurant. We offer the best value, quality cuisine in Manchester, with a fixed price menu du jour at £21.95 for two courses and £27.50 for three courses, inclusive of coffee and petits fours.

The Bridgewater Hall Shop

Take time out during your visit to browse the beautiful and unique jewellery, contemporary gifts, CDs and unusual greetings cards in the shop. When there is an advertised artist signing, CDs can be purchased from the shop before the concert or in the interval. If you’re looking for a gift that little bit more special, you’re bound to find inspiration in The Bridgewater Hall Shop!

The Shop is open Monday – Friday 11.00am – 3.00pm and from 6.00pm on concert nights.

Pre-concert dining from 5.30pm. Reservations required.

Stalls Café Bar Ideal for morning coffee or lunch, Stalls Café Bar combines excellent quality with value for money with lunch prices from £4.35. Open for lunch Monday to Friday from 11am – 3pm (last orders 2.30pm).

Stalls also offers a more casual pre-concert dining experience within the lively atmosphere of the Stalls bar area. Pre-concert dining is available from 5.30pm with main courses typically from £9.95. Reservations required for pre-concert dining.

For pre-concert dining, please reserve tables through the Box Office or online at www.bridgewater-hall.co.uk.

Please note a £5.00 per person deposit is required for reservations; this is non-refundable in the event of cancellation with less than three days notice. For informal dining options, please visit our website.

Ice Creams Award-winning Criterion Ices have been selected

by The Bridgewater Hall for their delectable ices, for sale during the interval. Delicious flavours include Belgian Chocolate, Stem Ginger, Gold Medal Vanilla, Stawberries and Cream, and Lemon Sorbet.

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Candles above from the Alusi range, stocked at The Bridgewater Hall Shop

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Thank you Season Sponsor Bridgewater Hall Concert Club Platinum Brother Edmundson Electrical Ltd Endress + Hauser Green Contract Services Laing O’Rourke Construction North Manchester Airport PwC LLP

Community Education Trust Sponsors Duchy of Lancaster Benevolent Fund New Charter Housing Trust Youth Music

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