Friday 19 February 2027, 7.30pm
- Saffron Hall
- Good availability
- Tiered seating
The Hallé
Presented by Saffron Hall
From the foreboding of its solo trumpet opening, Mahler’s symphony exerts a taut grip and never lets go. Visceral, tender, garish and finally exultant, it seems to teeter on the precipice between delirium and despair.
Even by Mahler’s standards, it’s an all-encompassing, tumultuous creation, with that famous Adagietto, his love-song without words, at its heart, and a whooping, hollering finale – perhaps the most uncomplicatedly joyous music he ever wrote. Though not without its darker undercurrents, Rachmaninov’s showstopper variations are vibrant and big-hearted, shot through with dazzling piano virtuosity and an impish wit.
'the refinement of Wong’s approach provided lightness and limpidity for each of Mahler’s deep shadows.' The Guardian on the Hallé’s Mahler
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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
Please note that in the event of an emergency, the Saffron Hall balcony lift will not operate. If you require the lift to access your seat and are unable to use the stairs, we recommend booking seats in the lower lever seating to ensure all our customers are able to exit the building safely.
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Programme and performers
Programme
- Rachmaninov Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini 22 mins
- Mahler Symphony No.5 68 mins
Performers
- Hallé Orchestra
- Kahchun Wong conductor
- Alexei Volodin piano
Information for your visit
Friday 19 February 2027, 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
To be confirmed
Post-show shuttle bus
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
Cloakroom
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