Our Christmas Orchestral Adventure at the Royal Albert Hall

Bonjour lecteurs! Do you have any Christmas traditions as a family? A day out you have each year? A show you always go and see? Or even a movie you religiously watch? We have always kept it quite simple so far. Santa’s Grotto was our way to do it. But this year, we were lucky to be invited to the fabulous Christmas Orchestral Adventure at the Royal Albert Hall. And let me tell you, this is something I want to do each year!

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Christmas With The Royal Albert Hall

The so fameux concert hall in South Kensington has a lovely festive programme this year again.

If you are a music lover or fancy a lovely day out with your family, have a look at the performances still on until the start of January.

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Now, it is truly beginning to look a lot like Christmas, so get into a festive mood in one of the most stylish landmarks of the capital.

If you follow us on Instagram, you will have seen that we enjoyed the Christmas Orchestral Adventure at the Royal Albert Hall this weekend.

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We truly had a magical time. Let me tell you more.

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Our Christmas Orchestral Adventure

Christmas has begun for sure at the Royal Albert Hall. And we might have found a new family tradition to enjoy 🙂

The show is calling all Santa’ little helpers out there! Albert’s Orchestra were back this year again for you to enjoy some classical music with all the family.

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L’histoire was really sweet for the occasion. Indeed, Father Christmas has lost his map on a practice run of his delivery route… Oh, non!

So you need to help him to get it back to be ready for the big day!

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Are you ready for some adventure full of fun and music?

A Mini-Review

Do you like dancing and singing while being part of a show?

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Well, the Christmas Orchestral Adventure should be on your list for next year!

The show is fun and engaging. We were among a really excited audience taking part in some musical and singing challenges and we had such a lovely time!

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The symphony orchestra brought us into a festive world of adventures.

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Featuring a bear, some Christmas jumpers (they had to!) and lots of lovely Christmas tunes, the show was pure magic.

We danced, we clapped and enjoyed the view from the circle. We even went on a bear hunt!!! If that is not mega fun, what is it?

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The conductor and his team did a great job of getting the public to take part and I saw many little ones’ faces with sparkles in their eyes.

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Baba was well into it. No need to say that he had a blast!

After nearly 2 hours of fun and giggles, while singing along with the crowd (very badly in my case!), we left the concert hall with smiles on our faces. And ready to enjoy Christmas next week!

Christmas Orchestral Adventure – Le Verdict

I have been to many ‘grown-up’ shows at the Royal Albert Hall and it was always a great experience. The hall is always stunning, and it was clearly Christmas ready for the occasion.

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But, the Christmas Orchestral Adventure did not disappoint. The story is sweet and engaging for all the family to have fun.

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With the lights and the music, you are transported into some magical afternoon. If you want to start a new family tradition to get you ready for Christmas, this is for you.

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The Christmas Orchestral Adventure is marvellously sweet. Sit down and relax with a drink or take part in the fun and see your little ones dancing to some beautiful songs.

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Get ready to be enchanted within some sumptuous surroundings! Christmas in London with classical music for younger ones!

Such a great way to introduce children to the world of the orchestra…or l’excuse parfaite to be out in London with your family!

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Disclosure: With thanks to the Royal Albert Hall for inviting us to see the Christmas Orchestral Adventure for free.

 

 

 

 

107 Comments

  1. James Travis
    December 17, 2019 / 4:58 pm

    Looks like you had a fab time.

  2. lynn neal
    December 17, 2019 / 5:05 pm

    I am glad you had a great time, I made my first visit to The Royal Albert Hall earlier this year and I thought the building itself was wonderful!

  3. ashleigh allan
    December 17, 2019 / 6:05 pm

    Looks fab and very magical!

  4. Priscilla Stubbs
    December 17, 2019 / 6:56 pm

    Another amazing experience for you

  5. Rebecca Heminway
    December 17, 2019 / 8:18 pm

    It looks like such a beautiful venue – I’d love to visit at some point!

  6. December 17, 2019 / 8:29 pm

    I’ve never been but sounds brilliantly entertaining looks like you enjoyed it

  7. MARIA ROGERS
    December 17, 2019 / 8:38 pm

    That looks absolutely magical, what a fab experience!

  8. Julia Kerr
    December 17, 2019 / 11:56 pm

    This sounds like a truly magical experience, I’d love to go

  9. LORNA WIL
    December 18, 2019 / 12:02 am

    LOOKS spectacular!!!

  10. Michelle Lewis-Robertson
    December 18, 2019 / 8:23 am

    Wow, what an amazing event. Your boy look like he had a great time

  11. December 18, 2019 / 8:39 am

    What a lovely experience for you all – one of the advantages of living in or very close to the capital. Sadly, here where I live, there’s nothing remotely similar, but our tradition is to take the boys to a local panto each year, be it professional or put on by their school. There’s always good fun to be had. “Oh, yes there is!”….

    • Laura Wells
      December 18, 2019 / 1:49 pm

      This looks like a great experience and I agree that it is a good way to introduce children to the world of the orchestra

  12. Rebecca Heminway
    December 18, 2019 / 9:45 am

    It’s so lovely that the conductor got the audience to take part where they could – it must make it feel super magical!

  13. Nadia Josephine
    December 18, 2019 / 9:47 am

    Wow that looks spectacular! The Royal Albert Hall is such an incredible venue!

  14. Margaret Gallagher
    December 18, 2019 / 12:20 pm

    What a magical experience for all – would love to see too

  15. charlotte isobelle
    December 18, 2019 / 3:20 pm

    this sounds lovely, ive always wanted to go see something there!

  16. Fiona jk42
    December 18, 2019 / 9:20 pm

    This sounds like a great Christmas experience for children.

  17. December 19, 2019 / 8:59 am

    I also think it’s a great idea to introduce children to ‘proper’ music from the earliest possible age. If they’re used to hearing classical music at home, all well and good. But if they’ve been brought up on a diet of pop music and children’s songs, it’s good to let them know there are other sorts of music out there too.

  18. Rebecca Heminway
    December 19, 2019 / 10:14 am

    I love Baba’s adorable reindeer Christmas jumper and little boots! So cute 🙂

  19. Andrea Fletcher
    December 19, 2019 / 2:05 pm

    This sounds amazing, sounds like you had a great time.

  20. Laura Wells
    December 19, 2019 / 4:10 pm

    Looks like you had a great time and experience

  21. Joanie S
    December 19, 2019 / 7:54 pm

    Looks like a wonderful evening

  22. Joanie S
    December 20, 2019 / 5:51 am

    Looks beautiful, bet it was a great atmosphere, lots of fun for the little ones

  23. maria b
    December 20, 2019 / 10:27 am

    That looks amazing, what a venue!

  24. Anthea Holloway
    December 20, 2019 / 4:12 pm

    Wow – this looks wonderful and so festive too!

  25. Tracy Higgs
    December 20, 2019 / 8:57 pm

    We all go shopping and everyone chooses a new decoration for the Christmas tree.

  26. Elizabeth Cooke
    December 21, 2019 / 10:52 am

    Wow looks magical, and so nice to have events like this that are child friendly.

  27. Jeanette Leighton
    December 21, 2019 / 12:46 pm

    Wow fantastic looks amazing bet it was great to be there

  28. Laura Wells
    December 21, 2019 / 1:16 pm

    This looks a wonderful venue so it must have been a great experience for you both.

    • Joanne Heath
      December 27, 2019 / 4:00 pm

      Wow it looks breathtaking. Glad you made memories.

  29. belinda porter
    December 21, 2019 / 6:17 pm

    lovely looks like you had an amazing time and lasting memories

  30. Alice Gilkes
    December 21, 2019 / 7:34 pm

    Great blog post. Looks fun.

  31. Joanie S
    December 22, 2019 / 7:33 am

    what a lot of fun, looks very spectacular

  32. Emma England
    December 22, 2019 / 9:06 am

    We have Christmas Eve and Christmas Day traditions but nothing else. Id love to take my little boys to something like this Or a show but I’m worried they wouldn’t sit still or pay attention.

  33. Sue Carter
    December 22, 2019 / 11:18 am

    This experience will install a lifetime love of music

  34. Susan B
    December 22, 2019 / 2:29 pm

    Yes, the Albert Hall is stunning. I had no idea that they put on shows like this for children. Looks amazing so will keep in mind for next year. Thankyou.

  35. Theresa THomas
    December 22, 2019 / 9:49 pm

    It looks like you have been enjoying the festivities, hope you have a good Christmas

  36. Rebecca Sutton
    December 22, 2019 / 11:51 pm

    looks like a great day out !

  37. Mrs Rachael Sexey
    December 23, 2019 / 9:45 am

    This looks like an amazing experience. Hope you all had a brill time. Merry Christmas

  38. Laura Wells
    December 23, 2019 / 3:28 pm

    I like the idea that the conductor got everyone involved and made it a more fun evening

  39. paula cheadle
    December 24, 2019 / 12:17 am

    It looks amazing, I have never been

  40. Kirsteen Mackay
    December 24, 2019 / 8:36 am

    Wow! What an experience! It looks so magical, enchanting and a perfect way to get into the Christmas spirit.

  41. Jeanette Leighton
    December 24, 2019 / 12:00 pm

    Looks like a great day out , looks like you had a great time

  42. Rebecca Heminway
    December 24, 2019 / 4:13 pm

    The lighting looks like it adds to the whole thing making it feel magical!

  43. Rachel Craig
    December 24, 2019 / 11:56 pm

    A lovely treat for you. The Royal Albert Hall looks great. The acoustics likely wonderful. Orchestral music, a truly wonderful treat, and suitable for all ages. Allows for a great family event, building beautiful, happy memories.

  44. Sian Buckingham
    December 25, 2019 / 1:38 am

    It looks like you had an absolutely wonderful time! Merry Christmas!

  45. Joanie S
    December 25, 2019 / 8:10 am

    Lovely photos, wishing you all a very merry Christmas

  46. Tracy Higgs
    December 25, 2019 / 12:35 pm

    Looks like an amazing event.

  47. paula cheadle
    December 25, 2019 / 12:47 pm

    Looks like an amazing place

  48. natalie s
    December 25, 2019 / 2:50 pm

    Hope you had a great time!

  49. Justine Meyer
    December 25, 2019 / 7:37 pm

    Looks like a fab time was had

  50. Sara Holt
    December 26, 2019 / 2:18 am

    That looks and sounds absolutely amazing!
    What a view!!

  51. sarah morris
    December 26, 2019 / 8:29 am

    Looks so wonderful great memories made

  52. claire woods
    December 26, 2019 / 9:13 am

    Lovely Christmas treat thing to do.

  53. Eve H Ogden
    December 26, 2019 / 2:56 pm

    Looked great and that you all had a amazing time

  54. Gemma Hendry
    December 26, 2019 / 7:26 pm

    This sounds like it would be magical to hear and see

  55. Justine Meyer
    December 26, 2019 / 7:50 pm

    This looks fab we love going to the theatre

  56. Tracey Hallmark
    December 26, 2019 / 9:49 pm

    Sounds absolutely amazing and something different to do with the family at this magical time of year thanks for the review

  57. sandy lynn ralph
    December 26, 2019 / 10:40 pm

    wow this really looks amazing fun

  58. Briony Jones
    December 26, 2019 / 10:44 pm

    That sounds exactly like my kind f thing. Love classical music, love the theatre and I definitely love Christmas… Nice to see you had loads of fun. I think I might just book to go next year, a little treat to myself. X

  59. Georgie Wright
    December 26, 2019 / 10:45 pm

    Wow it looks like you had a great time!

  60. Nicki Simpson
    December 26, 2019 / 10:49 pm

    If we lived closer to london this is something we would want to do every year too x

  61. Alica
    December 27, 2019 / 12:53 am

    Looks like a fantastic time!

  62. Mel Pennie
    December 27, 2019 / 10:36 am

    Looks amazing and so magical with all the lights and decorations. Not somewhere I have ever thought about going to but will certainly have a look at what’s on next year!

  63. Hannah Rowley
    December 27, 2019 / 4:58 pm

    Looks like you had a lovely time!

  64. Jessica Barber
    December 27, 2019 / 5:39 pm

    This looks like such a magical, memorable experience for adults and little ones alike!

  65. Amy Jo McLellan
    December 27, 2019 / 7:26 pm

    This sounds wonderful! What a great experience.

  66. Wendy C
    December 27, 2019 / 8:14 pm

    I have never been to The Royal Albert Hall but have seen it on TV many times and it is a stunning building. I imagine it will be 10 times better actually being there.

  67. Maddalena Dalton
    December 27, 2019 / 8:34 pm

    Looks magical

  68. Suzanne Walkingshaw
    December 27, 2019 / 9:37 pm

    Never been to the Royal Albert Hall, looked great!

  69. Terrie-Ann Wright
    December 27, 2019 / 11:39 pm

    Looks like you had an amazing time. It has to be the traditional pantomime for us each year, as it’s always so much fun.

  70. Susan B
    December 28, 2019 / 9:59 am

    We’ve been checking out the Royal Albert Hall website since reading your post. The events for children and families are excellent and there is even useful information such as how to get there. Thank you for your post.

  71. Rich Tyler
    December 28, 2019 / 10:18 am

    What a lovely experience!

  72. Michelle Smith
    December 28, 2019 / 1:34 pm

    Looks like you had such a lovely day.

  73. natalie s
    December 28, 2019 / 5:32 pm

    Such a lovely thing to do with the kids. Hope they enjoyed 🙂

  74. Joanie Summers
    December 28, 2019 / 5:35 pm

    lovely photos – so colourful, looks like such a great event

  75. Natalie moore
    December 28, 2019 / 8:16 pm

    Wow looks amazing

  76. Jean Cassell
    December 29, 2019 / 9:49 am

    I’ve never been to the Royal Albert Hall, but it should be on my bucket list. The impact of hearing a full orchestra in there must be immense

  77. Jennifer Toal
    December 29, 2019 / 10:26 am

    That looks amazing special memories made there for you all

  78. Ali Fanstone
    December 29, 2019 / 10:45 am

    How very exciting for you and your family, looks like you had an awesome time

  79. Shannon rebecca wright
    December 29, 2019 / 11:11 am

    Looks like you had great fun! Special memories made for life

  80. Susan B
    December 29, 2019 / 11:40 am

    How lovely to see little ones dancing to beautiful music.

  81. Stacey Gahan
    December 29, 2019 / 12:31 pm

    Looks like an amazing day out

  82. Rebecca Heminway
    December 29, 2019 / 3:05 pm

    Will you make it a regular tradition to go to the theatre at Christmas now? 🙂

  83. Gemma Massey
    December 29, 2019 / 6:03 pm

    Looks like a great experience and venue x

  84. Sara Holt
    December 30, 2019 / 2:20 am

    Looks like a magical family outing. Can imagine the sound was fantastic

  85. Susan B
    December 30, 2019 / 2:34 am

    We always watch Home Alone and Elf and, if we can, Groundhog Day.

  86. Sheila Sloan
    December 30, 2019 / 4:07 am

    What a fantastic experience!

  87. Jackie L
    December 30, 2019 / 5:44 pm

    Looks like you had an amazing time.

  88. Tara Barker
    December 30, 2019 / 7:11 pm

    Looks amazing. Fun for everyone.

  89. Hannah wood
    December 30, 2019 / 8:15 pm

    Looks like you all had such a good time .

  90. Janis Mcalinden
    December 30, 2019 / 10:05 pm

    Sounds like you had an amazing time

  91. Hannah Rowley
    December 30, 2019 / 10:18 pm

    Looks fantastic!!

  92. Janis McAlinden
    December 30, 2019 / 11:08 pm

    Looks fabulous

  93. paula cheadle
    December 31, 2019 / 7:03 am

    I love seeing the photos and reviews that you put upon your website

  94. angie pickering
    December 31, 2019 / 8:33 am

    This looks amazing!

  95. paula cheadle
    December 31, 2019 / 12:43 pm

    Very colourful stage, glad to hear that you had a marvellous time

  96. Kristyn Harris
    December 31, 2019 / 1:17 pm

    Looks like an amazing way to get into the Christmas spirit! Fabulous!

  97. December 31, 2019 / 3:29 pm

    We love Royal Albert Hall. We saw Cirque du Soleil last year and now I can see they have a new show called Luzia starting next month. Can’t wait 🙂

  98. Victoria Easton
    December 31, 2019 / 4:01 pm

    I bet that the atmosphere was amazing! I love shows like that!

  99. paula cheadle
    January 1, 2020 / 3:37 am

    I think that it sounds magical

  100. Susan B
    January 1, 2020 / 6:40 am

    I see the Royal Albert Hall has some really good shows for children in 2020 including the Gruffalo. We hope to attend one.

  101. Samantha Butler
    January 1, 2020 / 3:53 pm

    Looks amazing

  102. Susan B
    January 3, 2020 / 5:29 am

    I notice there are some new words for children to learn – or new meanings to words they already know – such as circle, as well as having loads of fun. We will be visiting soon!

  103. Hayley Todd
    January 3, 2020 / 7:00 pm

    What an absolutely wonderful experience! The perfect family tradition.

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