Purcell Room
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The smaller of the South Bank Centre's concert halls, the Purcell Room hosts a variety of debut recitals and is an ideal venue for seminars or small conferences. The also have a fully licensed bar and restaurant facility. Reduced tickets are available for the elderly and children. There is also a gift shop.Purcell Room Address
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South Bank
Southwark
London
SE1 8XX
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| Telephone: | +44 (0)20 7960 4242 |
Events at Purcell Room
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48 Preludes & Fugues Book 2
Concert19 Mar 2010 to 19 Mar 2010
The second book of Bach's Well-Tempered Klavier is a step forward in modernity, making it perhaps even more remarkable than it's predecessor. Acclaimed keyboard player James Johnstone introduces and performs a selection from these exquisite masterpieces. An informal atmosphere is encouraged and drinks can be taken into the auditorium.
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Akademi: Daredevas
Performance24 Nov 2009 to 25 Nov 2009
Daredevas is a showcase for up and coming dancers around London and the United Kingdom, featuring the brightest young talents in contemporary Indian dance.
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Beethoven Study Day
Workshop28 Feb 2010 to 28 Feb 2010
The Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment's annual study day focuses on Beethoven's Symphonies. The 11am session looks at the historical context of the symphonies - the events, politics and culture of Beethoven's time, before going on to look at how Beethoven's music responded to the events around him. The 2pm session examines how a period instrument ensemble such as OAE performs Beethoven's music as well as looking at other approaches to it, and day ends with an in-depth analysis of Symphony No.3, Eroica. The morning session is suitable for everyone, no musical knowledge required, while for the afternoon session some musical knowledge would be beneficial.
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Benya Krik + Live Piano Accompaniment
Concert29 Nov 2009 to 29 Nov 2009
Rarely screened Russian silent thriller set in the seamy Jewish underworld of Odessa in the 1920s. Murder is a way of life for Benya and his gang. They profit from their criminal activities until the Russian Revolution when the local commissar gives them special responsibilities, making them part of the revolutionary movement. But this new post backfires for Benya as he finds himself ensnared in a Bolshevik trap.
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