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By bus Route RV1 stops on Belvedere Road (less than a minute’s walk away) Routes 1, 4, 26, 59, 68, 139, 168, 171, 172, 176, 188, 243, 521, N1, N68, N171 and N343 stop on Waterloo Bridge (a two-minute walk away) Routes 76, 77, 211, 341, 381, 507, N381, N76 and RV1 stop on York Road (5 minutes away)
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LondonWe believe art has the power to help create a better world for Eye everyone. That’s why we began in 1951 on the South Bank of Waterloo
M.I.A.'s Meltdown M.I.A. curates the 24th Meltdown. Sri Lankan-born and London-bred, she is recognised worldwide as a rapper, producer, director, visual artist and activist. Meltdown is one of the UK’s most anticipated music events each year, as an iconic artist curates their own personal festival, revealing their interests and influences through a series of one-off gigs and performances across 10 days.
Each headliner has their own individually ticketed show. The festival’s eclectic mix of music, art, performance and film brings together a diverse range of artists, resulting in unique collaborations and historic one-time-only events.
the Thames. Dreamed up after World War Two, the Festival of Britain gave the nation hope for a brighter future. Today, millions of people gather at our festivals to enjoy culture from around the world. We put on 5,400 concerts, gigs, exhibitions, Waterloo Station shows and debates each year, half of them for free. Our work can be seen on six continents and in 37 towns and cities across the UK. Come and see for yourself. Southbank Centre occupies a 17-acre site in the midst of London’s vibrant cultural quarter on the South Bank of the Thames. This includes Royal Festival Hall, Queen Elizabeth Hall, Purcell Room, and Hayward Gallery. We also curate the outdoor spaces along the riverfront and around our venues, providing free art for millions of people every year.
How to book tickets Online southbankcentre.co.uk* By phone 020 3879 9555* 9am – 8pm daily. In person Royal Festival Hall Ticket Office 10am – 8pm daily. * There are no transaction fees for in-person bookings or Southbank Centre Members and Supporters Circles. For all other bookings transaction fees apply: £1.75 online; £2.75 over the phone.
International Piano Series Boris Berezovsky
Boris Berezovsky pairs colossal works by Beethoven and Prokofiev with playful Chopin Impromptus.
Adventures in Moominland
Have you met the Moomins? Find out more about these worldfamous characters and their creator in an interactive exhibition.
Film Scorse Live Hitchcock Weekend
Encounter Bernard Herrmann's spine-tingling scores performed live at screenings of Hitchcock's legendary films.
While you’re here You’ll never be short of eating and drinking options at Southbank Centre – we’ve got everything from cafes and sandwich shops to fine dining and bars. Browse our shops for designer concessions, unusual gifts, furniture, jewellery and homeware. Jeppe Hein’s Modified Social Benches Take a seat on Jeppe Hein’s witty park benches, each one different from the next, across the site until Saturday 19 August. Queen Elizabeth Hall Roof Garden A green oasis atop concrete Brutalist architecture, this is one of London’s most beautiful gardens, open daily in the spring and summer months. Summertime specials Watch out for our summer food and drink pop-ups, including Bleecker Burger, Oh My Dog!, The Hop Locker Bar, Jimmy’s BBQ Club and the SNOG Bus. Southbank Centre Food Market Discover why our food market is a food lover’s destination, as our traders return with delicious street-food for every appetite. Friday, 12 noon – 8pm Saturday, 11am – 8pm Sunday, 12 noon – 6pm Bank Holiday Mondays, 12 noon – 6pm.
Access Southbank Centre is accessible to all and level access is available to all of our venues. Please see southbankcentre. co.uk/access for all access information.
Membership & Support Join as a Member to be first in line for tickets to over 4.500 events, or join our family of supporters to play your part in making culture for the many and not just the few, at southbankcentre.co.uk/support
Crystal Castles
Prepare to have your eardrums blasted as Crystal Castles bring their poppy, noisy electronica to Meltdown.
African Writing of the Future: Caine Prize Shortlist Readings Hear the stories emerging from the continent with the writers shortlisted for Africa's leading literary award, chaired by Bidisha.
Our Shared Future – Refugee Week
Live music from around the world heralds the beginning of Refugee Week 2017. Come and enjoy some outdoor tunes.
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