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Hexagon
The Hexagon is a multi-purpose entertainment venue in the heart of Reading, hosting an eclectic mix of entertainers from big name Comedians, Spectacular Musicals, Children's Shows, Classical Concerts, Opera, Pantomime, Theatre, Dance and everything in between.
Built in 1977 by Robert Matthew Johnson Marshall (RMJM) in the Brutalist style of modernist architecture, the venue's capacity varies from 1,200 to 1,686 depending on the programme.
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Classical Music Alive
Classical Music Alive in Reading is delighted to present orchestras, conductors, ensembles and soloists of the highest calibre at The Hexagon and The Concert Hall.
At The Hexagon, our Resident Orchestra, the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, will again present three fantastic concerts with the highest quality of music-making. The Concert Hall hosts a varied programme including pianists, Imogen Cooper and Jonathan Biss, violinist, Tasmin Little, the European Union Chamber Orchestra, The Sixteen and Red Priest and Concert Hall debut's by saxophonist, Jess Gillam and leading chamber group, the Galliard Ensemble.
We will have a treat for the young music fans too when our family concert Noisy Kids returns in February. Featuring music from The Greatest Showman, Carmen, Monty Python, Entry of the Gladiators and much more the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra invites you to come and experience all the magic of the circus in this fun-filled family concert.
Ticket Information
The Hexagon £28, £21, £17
Concert Hall Ensemble: £23.50, £20.50, £15.50
Concert Hall Recital: £21.50, £18.50, £13.50
Under 18s: £6
Students (18-25 year olds or NUS card holders of any age): £10
Schools: £6 plus 1 in 10 free* please call our Schools Booker on 0118 937 2011 for more details.
Groups of 10+: 15% off* Groups of 20+: 20% off*
*Full price tickets only, not available online, please call our Schools Booker on 0118 937 2011 for more details.
All concessions are available on Price Band B & C Seats only
All tickets prices shown are inclusive of ticket fees.
Tickets cannot be refunded or exchanged for another performance.
Ways to Save Money
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Book 3 Royal Philharmonic concerts for 15% off
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Book 3 or more Concert Hall concerts for 15% off
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Supersubscriber - Book all 11 concerts in the season and receive 15% off and a free programme for each concert. Super Subscribers also benefit from priority booking, invites to meet & greets and selected offers for other events *
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Buy a concert programme voucher in advance for £2 and save 50p. Simply add this merchandise item to your basket before checking out and a voucher will be sent in the post to you or can be collected from the box office on arrival. (free postage is available for merchandise items)
*For Super Subscribers booking all 11 concerts you do not need to add programmes to your order as these will be automatically sent at a later date along with your welcome pack.
Never been to a concert before? You can take advantage of our fantastic Test Drive offer and attend a concert for just £12 - see Test Drive for more details
RPO Noisy Kids
Royal Philharmonic Orchestra presents
Noisy Kids: CIRCUS CIRCUS
Roll up, roll up and see the amazing Royal Philharmonic Orchestra perform the greatest show in Reading.
Back by popular demand, the Orchestra invites you to come and experience all the magic of the circus in this fun-filled family concert. Bite-sized pices of well-known music introduce you to the orchestra, mixed with fun and games from your ringside seat!
Featuring music from The Greatest Showman, Carmen, Monty Python, Entry of the Gladiators and much more!
Pre-concert talks
Pre Concert Talks take place from 6.30pm until 7pm at the venue and are FREE to ticket holders for the concert.
Thursday 17 October - The Concert Hall
Imogen Cooper, Piano
Schubert's last piano works.
Pre Concert Talk - Chris de Souza
Thursday 31 October - The Hexagon *
Royal Philharmonic Orchestra
Jamal Aliyev play Elgar's Cello Concerto
Pre Concert Talk - Peter Avis
Wednesday 20 November - The Concert Hall ***
Tasmin Little, Violin
Including Lenehan & Little's beautiful 'Tchaikovskiana'
Pre Concert Talk - Peter Avis
Sunday 22 December - The Concert Hall **
The Sixteen & Harry Christophers
Featuring Britten's A Ceremony of Carols
Pre Concert Talk - Chris de Souza
Wednesday 29 January - The Concert Hall **
European Union Chamber Orchestra
Ben Goldscheider plays Mozart's Horn Concerto No.4
Pre Concert Talk - Peter Avis
Sunday 23 February - The Hexagon *
RPO Noisy Kids presents Circus, Circus
Fun Family Concert
Sunday 23 February - The Hexagon *
Royal Philharmonic Orchestra
Including Brahms' Double Concerto for Violin & Cello
Pre Concert Talk - Philip Hesketh
Tuesday 10 March - The Concert Hall ***
Jess Gillam, Saxophone
Works by John Harle, Michael Nyman and Kurt Weill.
Pre Concert Talk - Katy Hamilton
Thursday 16 April - The Concert Hall ***
Jonathan Biss, Piano
Beethoven Piano Sonatas
Pre-Concert Talk - Chris de Souza
Sunday 10 May - The Hexagon *
Royal Philharmonic Orchestra
Featuring Rachmaninov's Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini
Pre Concert Talk - Chris de Souza
Thursday 21 May - The Concert Hall ***
Red Priest
Truly, Madly, Baroque
Pre Concert Talk - Philip Hesketh
Tuesday 2 June - The Concert Hall ***
Galliard Ensemble
Works by Mozart, Briccialdi, Grainger and Patterson.
Pre Concert Talk - Katy Hamilton
Lunchtime Organ Recitals
Supported by The Berkshire Organists' Association
All recitals take place at The Concert Hall
Special Offer -You can now save time and money by booking your organ recital ticket in advance.
Advance Price: £4.50
On Doors: £5
Discount automatically applied at checkout
Advance tickets are available until midnight the day before the recital
Dates for 2019-2020
Monday 23 September 2019 - Edward Kemp-Luck, London
Monday 18 November 2019 - Benjamin Chewter, London
Monday 20 January 2020 - David Pether, Reading
Monday 16 March 2020 - A Student from Eton College
Monday 18 May 2020 - Jamie Rogers, London
Monday 20 July 2020 - David Quinn, Bradfield College
Berkshire Organists’ Association
Patron: Dame Gillian Weir
The Berkshire Organists' Association is proud to support the series of organ recitals on the historic Father Willis organ in the Concert Hall, ensuring that this important instrument is played and heard regularly.
Our association was formed in 1921 with the aims of promoting the art of organ playing, bringing the organ and its music to the public, and providing advice and support to players. We hold regular organ-related events monthly for members, including social gatherings and visits to churches, cathedrals and concert halls across Southern England. We also arrange public organ concerts in local churches.
New members, who need not be players, can be assured of a very warm welcome. We hope that anyone interested in the organ and its music will join us.
For further information please visit www.berkshireorganists.org.uk
