Friday 20 March 2026, 7.30pm
- Saffron Hall
- Good availability
- Tiered seating
The Hallé
The HalléPresented by Saffron Hall
By turns wild, witty and mysterious, Bartók’s spectacular showpiece for an orchestra of virtuosos is a thrilling ride.
It’s a celebration of all an orchestra can be and - with its folk-tinged melodies and ebullient dances – a tableaux of pictures in sound of his native Hungary. Viktoria Mullova is one of today’s superstar violinists - poised, lyrical and imaginative. They are qualities well suited to Brahms’ majestic concerto, with its lyricism and serenity bookended by the violin’s impassioned opening and the raucous gypsy dance of the finale. Wagner’s operatic overture – noble, voluptuous – is a work considered by the composer as “a musical artwork entire in itself.” The Hallè’s new Principal Conductor is causing quite a stir in Manchester, this is his first appearance at Saffron Hall.
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Performance information
Running time
Content warnings
Age Guidance 7+
This event is not recommended for children under 7 years old. Children under 5 years old will not be admitted to this performance.
Booking information
Seating style
This event has tiered stalls and balcony seating
Discounts
Programme and performers
Programme
- Wagner Tannhauser Overture 14 mins
- Brahms Violin Concerto 36 mins
- Bartok Concerto for orchestra 35 mins
Performers
- The Hallé
- Kahchun Wong conductor
- Viktoria Mullova violin
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Information for your visit
Friday 20 March 2026, 7.30pm
Schedule
All timings are approximate and will be updated closer to the show date. Please check the website on the day of the performance for up-to-date information.
Latecomers can usually be admitted at a suitable gap within the performance.
Pre-show shuttle bus
6.30pm - 7.30pm
Operating from Audley End Station to Saffron Hall. This service is free to use, with no need to book in advance.
When to arrive
6.30pm - 7.15pm
We have over 400 free parking spots for anyone driving.
Foyer opens
6.30pm
Enjoy a drink at the bar before the auditorium opens.
Auditorium opens
7pm
Get your tickets ready for checking, find your seats, sit back and relax.
Show starts
7.30pm
Interval
Interval (20 mins)
Show ends
9.20pm (approx)
Post-show shuttle bus
9.20pm – 10.20pm
Operating from Saffron Hall to Audley End Station
Content warnings
Age Guidance 7+
This event is not recommended for children under 7 years old. Children under 5 years old will not be admitted to this performance.
Location
Saffron Hall
Transport
Shuttle bus
Additional information
Drinks
Cloakroom
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