Schubert Winterreise: An Immersive Journey
Audience members experience Schubert's song cycle Winterreise staged in the round, with the musicians performing in the centre of the hall surrounded by listeners. Baritone Roderick Williams and pianist Paul Cibis bring the story of a heartbroken wanderer's journey through a bleak winter landscape to life. Two separate performances are presented, with one sung in German and the other in English.
What to Expect
Recital performed in the round by Roderick Williams and Paul Cibis.
Event Details
Duration
1 hour and 20 minutes, with no interval.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Classical music and song-cycle enthusiasts
Vibe
Immersive and reflective
Energy Level
Low
Budget
££
Photo Friendly
Low
Weather Sensitivity
None
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: Premium Seating £45; Price Band A £40; Price Band B £30. A limited number of £8 tickets are available through the free under30s scheme. An 8% booking fee applies to online and phone bookings; ticket prices on the booking page include the fee. No booking fee for tickets bought in person from the box office, including on the door before the event, subject to availability. – Get tickets
- Hours: 3.00pm and 6.00pm.
- Parking: On-street paid and residents’ parking is available in the area; two parking bays in Smith Square are reserved for disabled badge holders. The venue is within the Congestion Charge Zone and Ultra Low Emission Zone.
- Accessibility: Wheelchair seats and access companion seats can be booked by contacting the Box Office.
Tips & Advice
- Choose the German or English performance before booking, since each is sung in a different language.
- Book soon if you want to attend; ticket listings show limited availability for both performances.
- Under-30s can sign up to the free scheme to access a limited number of discounted tickets.
- For wheelchair or access companion seating, contact the box office before booking.
- Consider public transport: Westminster, St James’s Park, and Pimlico underground stations are within walking distance.
Special Events & Promotions
- Eligible visitors can sign up for the free under30s scheme to access a limited number of £8 tickets.
- The 3pm performance is sung in German; the 6pm performance is sung in English.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is distinctive about the performance?
The concert is staged in the round, with the performers in the centre of the Hall and the audience surrounding them.
Are the two performances sung in the same language?
No. One performance is sung in German and the other in English.
How long does the concert last?
It lasts 1 hour and 20 minutes, with no interval.
How can I book a wheelchair seat or access companion seat?
Contact the box office by email or telephone to arrange a wheelchair seat or access companion seat.
Can I buy tickets at the door?
Tickets may be bought in person at the box office before the event, subject to availability. Online listings show limited availability for both performances.
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