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Join the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, two star vocalists and a special guest presenter for its much-loved The Music of Bond show – live, for one night only, at the Royal Albert Hall.

Featuring influential classics from John Barry and David Arnold, to chart-topping hits by Paul McCartney and Adele – each timelessly depicting everyone's favourite Secret Service agent, 007.

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The Music of Bond

Royal Albert Hall

Join the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, star vocalists and a special guest presenter for its much-loved The Music of Bond show – live, for one night only, at the Royal Albert Hall.

On Sunday 24 August prepare to be swept away by the Royal Philharmonic Concert Orchestra, as they take you on a journey through the most memorable, thrilling, and poignant silver screen soundtracks of all time. Culminating in a magnificent fireworks finale, and all set against a wonderful summer’s evening in Battersea Park. 

Prepare to be astonished by the spectacular work of John Williams, Hans Zimmer, John Barry and more, retold by the 60-piece concert orchestra, performing soundtrack selections from movies such as Star Wars, Pretty Woman, James Bond, Love Actually, Inception, Ghostbusters, Wicked, How To Train Your Dragon and Pirates Of The Caribbean. The evening will be conducted by musical maestro Pete Harrison, with special guest singers to be announced. 

A Night at the Movies

Battersea Park

Celebrating the golden age of movies through the works of Irving Berlin, Cole Porter and George Gershwin, Britain’s most popular big band is back with the soundtracks of James Bond, Disney and MGM.

At The Movies with the LP Swing Orchestra

Cadogan Hall 

Celebrating the golden age of movies though the works of Irving Berlin, Cole Porter and George Gershwin. Britain’s most popular big band are back with the soundtracks of James Bond, Disney and MGM. Expect swinging renditions from the libraries of Sinatra, Ella and Basie courtesy of a 17-piece orchestra and 3 of the country’s finest singers.

Congress Theatre

9 to 5: the Musical, nominated for 4 Tony and 15 Drama Desk Awards, is based on the hit movie, features a vibrant Dolly Parton score, and tells the uplifting story of working women standing up for themselves against the male dominated management, and winning!

9 to 5

Wilmington Drama League

Christmas comes but once a year and here in Chelsea, there’s only one way to celebrate. The RPO’s annual Christmas Cracker is as much a part of the season as mulled wine, Elf on the Shelf and the King’s Road window displays! So join us in the festive splendour of Cadogan Hall for a real feast of Yuletide music, old and new. There’ll be well-loved songs, seasonal classics and a stocking full of tunes for the whole family, as conductor Stephen Bell and star vocalists Juliette Crosbie and Matt Ford launch the celebrations with a swing. And it’s all gift-wrapped by the luxurious symphonic sound of the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra – go on, treat yourself.

Christmas Cracker

Christmas comes but once a year and here in Chelsea, there’s only one way to celebrate. The RPO’s annual Christmas Cracker is as much a part of the season as mulled wine, Elf on the Shelf and the King’s Road window displays!

Join us in the festive splendour of Cadogan Hall for a real feast of Yuletide music, old and new. There’ll be well-loved songs, seasonal classics and a stocking full of tunes for the whole family, as conductor Stephen Bell and star vocalists Juliette Crosbie and Matt Ford launch the celebrations with a swing.

Royal Philharmonic Orchestra Christmas Cracker 2025

Gather your Valentines, your Galentines and your Palentines for a night of musical magic. Join us for a stroll down Broadway – a world where stories sing and feelings dance – for a spellbinding evening of unforgettable tunes, timeless favourites and absolute show-stoppers. Featuring songs from some of Broadway’s finest, including West Side Story, Anything Goes, Guys and Dolls and Wicked – come along and let the magic of musical theatre sweep you off your feet.

The Hallé – From Broadway, With Love

The Bridgewater Hall

The concert features classics including I’ve Got You Under My Skin and Come Fly with Me, performed in their original orchestrations, alongside hits from Sinatra's many films including Guys and Dolls and High Society.

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Matt Ford

Events

Upcoming events

Dec 6, 2025

Christmas Cracker · Royal Philharmonic Orchestra

Dec 6, 2025

Royal Philharmonic Orchestra Christmas Cracker 2025 · Cadogan Hall

Feb 14, 2026

The Hallé – From Broadway, With Love · The Bridgewater Hall

3 - 6 Jun, 2026

Celebrating Sinatra · The Grange Festival

Past events

Nov 26, 2025

The Music of Bond · Royal Philharmonic Orchestra

Nov 26, 2025

The Music of Bond · Royal Albert Hall

Future and recently performed repertoire

Vocal in Sleigh Ride by Anderson

Cadogan Hall

Vocal in Winter Wonderland by Bernard

Cadogan Hall

Vocal in The Christmas Song by Tormé

Cadogan Hall

Vocal in Jingle Bells by Pierpont

Cadogan Hall

Vocal in It’s Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas by Willson

Cadogan Hall

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