This autumn sees a wonderful a wonderful mix of much-loved favourites, candlelit classics, iconic film music and exciting new concerts at The Bridgewater Hall, the jewel in Manchester’s crown.
Last Night of the Autumn Proms
This concert filled with uplifting favourites such as Tchaikovsky’s Swan Lake Finale and Elgar’s Nimrod features a Great British Proms finale filled with flag-waving and Proms classics such as The Dam Busters March, Nessun Dorma, Rule, Britannia! and Land of Hope and Glory.
Saturday 12 October, 7.30pm
Licence to Thrill – The Music of Bond
From Goldfinger to Skyfall and beyond, nobody does it better than the world’s most famous secret agent. Experience the thrills, kills and loves of James Bond through this hit show of iconic music performed by a powerhouse live orchestra. Includes music from Goldfinger, Diamonds Are Forever, From Russia With Love, Skyfall, Live And Let Die, For Your Eyes Only, Moonraker, The Man With The Golden Gun, A View To A Kill and many, many more.
Friday 18 October, 7.30pm
Space Spectacular
It’s The Bridgewater Hall, Jim, but not as we know it. Back by popular demand, feel the force of a full 75-piece symphony orchestra in this sensational concert of your favourite music from deep space and beyond in a galaxy of sight and sound. Featuring the iconic works of Holst, Strauss, John Williams and many more.
Saturday 16th November, 7.30pm
Now That’s What I Call The 80s
Now That’s What I Call The 80s is one of the best-selling compilation albums in chart history. For the very first time, sing, dance and party along to all your favourite hits in a live concert celebration of the ultimate iconic 80s album, performed by a powerhouse live band with sensational singers. Presented by Gary Davies and featuring all your 80s favourites including Africa, Take On Me, Red Red Wine, Uptown Girl, Come On Eileen, Livin’ On A Prayer, Girls Just Want To Have Fun, (I’ve Had) The Time Of My Life, Wake Me Up Before You Go-Go, Sweet Dreams (Are Made Of This), Everybody Wants To Rule The World, and I Wanna Dance With Somebody.
Sunday 17th November 2019, 3pm
The Four Seasons By Candlelight
Vivaldi’s The Four Seasons has become one of the most celebrated pieces of classical music ever written and remains as popular today as when it was first performed. The verve and virtuosity of the 18th century is brought to life in this enchanting concert staged in an elegant candle-lit style setting with an evocative programme including Bach’s Air on the G String and Mozart’s Eine Kleine Nachtmusk, crowned by Vivaldi’s sublime masterpiece.
Sunday 1st December 2019, 3pm