This fall and winter, London's musical scene is set to dazzle with a series of captivating events celebrating the genius of Kurt Weill. From the charismatic tenor at Wigmore Hall on September 15th to the festive magic of 'The Rat Pack at Christmas' at Cadogan Hall, music lovers have much to look forward to. Don't miss the grand finale with Shostakovich’s ‘Leningrad’ Symphony at the Royal Festival Hall in April, featuring Weill's stirring 'Four Walt Whitman Songs'.

Celebrate Kurt Weill in London: An Extravaganza of Song and Symphony

As the year draws to a close, Cadogan Hall in London becomes a hub of festive and musical celebrations, offering a diverse lineup of events in December 2024. From the harmonious revival of The Puppini Sisters' swing melodies to the majestic performances by the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, these events promise to kindle your holiday spirit. With performances ranging from classical masterpieces like Handel's Messiah to the timeless charm of The Rat Pack, this season at Cadogan Hall is set to be a symphony of nostalgia, celebration, and innovation.

A December to Remember: Unmissable Events at Cadogan Hall

Stephen Triffitt

Mark Adams

George Daniel Long

Cadogan Hall

A roaring, soaring musical for brave little dragons everywhere! Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s classic, feel-good story is brought to life in this delightful musical for children.

Zog is the keenest dragon in Madam Dragon’s school.  He’s also the most accident-prone, flying into trees, and even setting his own wing alight. Thankfully, a kind girl comes along to patch up his scratches and scrapes – but can she help him with his biggest challenge yet, so that he can finally win a golden star?

This charming smash-hit show, from the producers of Stick Man and Zog and the Flying Doctors and featuring joyful songs by Joe Stilgoe with beautiful puppets by Little Angel, is a treat for children and adults alike.

ZOG – Live on Stage

Brothers in Harmony brings the Philharmonia Orchestra together with brothers Kevin and Carey Tan for a distinctive evening at Cadogan Hall, pairing two of the most celebrated piano concertos in the repertoire with bold, original symphonic works.

The programme features Beethoven’s ‘Emperor’ Piano Concerto and Rachmaninov’s Piano Concerto No. 2, performed by pianist Kevin Tan, alongside two large-scale symphonies by award-winning composer Carey Tan: The Cries of War and The Rise & Fall of AI Humanity. Carey Tan also joins the orchestra on marimba in his own symphonies, adding a vivid colour to the orchestral sound world.

Brothers in Harmony: Where Beethoven & Rachmaninov Meet New Voices

Todd Rundgren performs at Cadogan Hall on his Damned If I Do tour, promising a night packed with fan favourites. As he puts it himself: “It’s always a challenge for me because my audience is so diverse, I never know what they’re in the mood for. I want to make sure we have all the musical ammunition we need to satisfy the spectrum.”

A mercurial performer, writer, producer and technological trailblazer, Rundgren has spent more than five decades redefining what an artist can be. His innovations span broadcast, graphics, video, VR, online music and interactive media – a catalogue of genuine firsts.

Todd Rundgren

Cadogan Hall 

Experience the majestic music of the legendary Lord of the Rings films in a breathtaking concert that will transport you into the heart of Tolkien’s universe.

Howard Shore’s iconic soundtrack has captivated millions across the world – and now, RedEvents brings it to life in a spellbinding performance that includes vocal music inspired by Elvish songs, ancient folklore, and the poetic spirit of Middle-earth.

Performed by the modern orchestra Mystery Ensemble, this immersive evening guides you through a journey where elves sing, hobbits dance, and the shadows of Mordor loom in the distance. Alongside the orchestra, live vocals by Josephine Shaw embody the voices of Tolkien’s world – from ethereal Elvish laments to the haunting chants of ancient realms.

The Music of The Lord of The Rings

The opening night of the second Polish Jazz Festival in London brings together two of the most interesting stars of the Polish jazz scene, each performing a separate set.

The critically acclaimed, award-winning ensemble, EABS, comes as a breath of fresh air on the Polish jazz scene. Constantly redefining the meaning of modern jazz, EABS are a leading voice of the new generation of masterful jazz mavericks.

EABS & Wojtek Mazolewski Quintet

Polish Jazz Festival presents the legendary vocalist, composer, lyricist, and producer, Kayah, one of the most recognisable and acclaimed artists in Poland.

Since her debut release in 1995, followed by 11 Gold and Platinum LPs (Skała, Kamień, Transoriental Orchestra), Kayah has established herself as the most unique and prominent Polish female singer/songwriter.

Over the course of her illustrious solo career, which saw her collaborate with greats like Goran Bregović, Cesária Évora and Yasmin Levy, the artist has touched upon a multitude of genres such as pop, soul, jazz, funk, world, dance and even Jewish or Balkan music.

On top of countless awards, in 2007, Kayah was invited as the first Central and Eastern European artist to play an MTV Unplugged concert, which resulted in an album of the same name.

Kayah: ‘Jazzayah’

An Evening of Musical Stories celebrates the 90th anniversary of Prokofiev’s Peter and the Wolf in a gala concert supporting Brass for Africa – the charity transforming young lives through music in Uganda, Rwanda, and Liberia.

Actor Hugh Bonneville* narrates this much-loved tale, bringing its characters to life with warmth, wit, and storytelling flair. The piece is conducted by Gabriel Prokofiev, the composer’s grandson, offering a unique personal connection to this timeless work.

The London Musici, under Mark Stephenson, also performs Prokofiev’s effervescent ‘Classical’ Symphony, brimming with elegance and charm.

Distinguished baritone Patrick Dow joins the programme, bringing expressive artistry and a fresh contemporary voice. Musicians from Brass for Africa share joyful musical stories, highlighting music’s power to inspire and uplift communities.

Gala Concert of Musical Stories

Iconic and ever-innovating, dance company Rambert brings work from its centenary programme, This Is Rambert, to Cadogan Hall, in honour of its centenary year. As one of the world’s most diverse companies of dancers, Rambert transforms everyday spaces by making dance that is awe-inspiring, adventurous, dynamic, and relevant.

Rambert gave its first performances in 1926, and in 2026 they will become Britain’s first dance company to celebrate 100 years. Rambert today has the most far-reaching touring programme of any British contemporary dance company, presenting new, large-scale works of the highest standards, that encourage collaboration with other artforms, especially music and design, complemented by equally extensive education, outreach and participation work.

Rambert: This is Rambert

Having started her career in music in 1960, a remarkable 64 years of performing live, Elkie Brooks embarks upon her Long Farewell Tour.

A celebration of Elkie’s illustrious, award-winning career in music, performing some of her biggest hits including ‘Pearl’s A Singer’, ‘Lilac Wine’, ‘Fool (If You Think It’s Over)’, ‘Don’t Cry Out Loud’, and blues, rock and jazz as well as material from her eagerly anticipated new album. Joined, of course, by her incredible band.

Elkie Brooks

A world-class pianist and bold musical explorer, Możdżer has developed his own distinctive style – one built on impression, atmosphere, and a uniquely original performing language. His refined artistic vision, blending diverse musical influences, has made him the leading figure of a new generation of jazz artists in Poland. Today, he remains one of the country’s most celebrated and popular jazz musicians.

Following his sold-out performance at Cadogan Hall in 2025, Leszek Możdżer returns with a special project, An Evening with Komeda.

Leszek Możdżer plays Komeda

he UK premiere of a unique musical endeavour, Chopin Residue – a multidisciplinary project that explores the physical and conceptual boundaries of sound through a carefully controlled process of mechanical deconstruction.

The project begins with the reinterpretation of selected compositions by Fryderyk Chopin, which are transformed into experimental audio pieces emphasising texture, fragmentation, and abstraction.

Sonically, Chopin Residue navigates a landscape between experimental electronic music, ambient guitar work, free improvisation, and post-jazz sensibilities.

Chopin Residue by Mariusz Szypura

Featuring the music of Ella Fitzgerald, Frank Sinatra, Count Basie and Duke Ellington, Jazz At The Philharmonic and more, performed by the 17-piece Pete Long Orchestra.

1956 was an excellent year for jazz with many fantastic albums released – in this concert we’ll be revisiting five of the very best – Ella Fitzgerald’s Cole Porter Songbook, Count Basie’s April in Paris and The Atomic Mr Basie, Frank Sinatra and Nelson Riddle’s magnificent Songs for Swinging Lovers.

Plus Duke Ellington at Newport – his live album that captured the jazz highlight of the year when his orchestra made a dramatic comeback with a stunning performance that featured the extraordinary Diminuendo and Crescendo in Blue.

1956: A Jazz Jubilee

Direct from the West End, the original London cast returns to Cadogan Hall in its 22nd year of touring!

Back by popular demand and following sell-out performances across the globe, The Definitive Rat Pack brings you an evening of festive classics, including ‘White Christmas’, ‘Baby It’s Cold Outside’, ‘The Christmas Song’ and ‘Let It Snow’, plus all-time favourites including ‘Mack the Knife’, ‘That’s Amore’, ‘Mr Bojangles’ and ‘New York, New York’.

The Rat Pack at Christmas 2024

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