‘Lack of music education in schools widens gap between children’
A lack of music education in schools is widening the knowledge gap between advantaged and disadvantaged students, an expert has said.
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YouTube pranksters broke onto the Bafta red carpet and took selfies with stars
Four YouTubers broke onto the Bafta red carpet and took selfies with celebrities during Sunday night’s event.
Sarah Brightman to play first London headline show in 15 years
Sarah Brightman will return to London for a headline show for the first time since 2004 when she brings her world tour to the Royal Albert Hall for one night only.
In Pictures: Cirque du Soleil brings magic to Royal Albert Hall
Performers from Cirque du Soleil have taken to the arena at the Royal Albert Hall for a dress rehearsal of their show Totem, which gets under way on Saturday.
Channing Tatum praises Jessie J’s London performance amid dating rumours
Channing Tatum praised Jessie J’s Royal Albert Hall performance amid rumours they are dating.
Composer John Williams pulls out of concert after falling ill
John Williams has pulled out of a performance at the Royal Albert Hall and is in hospital after falling ill.
Singer Alfie Boe announces UK tour but misses the buzz of Les Miserables
Singer Alfie Boe has announced a UK tour and a new album, but says he misses being in Les Miserables and the buzz of the theatre.
Stephen Mangan and Lara Pulver join London cast of Guys And Dolls
Stephen Mangan and Lara Pulver are among the latest stars announced for the cast of the London production of Guys And Dolls.
Royal Albert Hall ‘not just classical music venue’ as it is set to turn 150
The chief executive of the Royal Albert Hall said the institution is “not just a venue for classical music” as icons of its history were honoured.
Roger Daltrey and Eric Clapton honoured at Royal Albert Hall
Roger Daltrey has been honoured at the Royal Albert Hall nearly 50 years after he and The Who were banned from the venue.
Royal Albert Hall chief warns classical instruments could face extinction
The Royal Albert Hall’s artistic director has warned that children could stop taking up classical instruments such as the oboe unless more effort is made to bring them to their attention.
Hamilton aims for record-breaking Olivier Awards night with 13 nominations
West End production Hamilton could be set for a record-breaking night at this Sunday’s Olivier Awards.
Free tickets for fans booking Star Trek concert tickets in Klingon
Star Trek fans are being offered free tickets to the upcoming concert events based on the films – if they order them in Klingon.
Def Leppard, Russell Howard and Nile Rodgers on Teenage Cancer Trust line-up
Def Leppard, Nile Rodgers and Chic and UB40 featuring Ali, Astro and Mickey will all headline shows at the Royal Albert Hall in aid of Teenage Cancer Trust, it has been confirmed.
North-east youngsters only Scots to take part in UK Dance Proms in London
They are only eight and 10 years old.
Three young musicians to star at legendary concert venue
Three young Moray musicians will perform at one of the UK's most legendary concert venues after being picked to play as part of the National Youth Orchestra.
‘I think I’m quite good at my job’
Victoria Wood has enjoyed a glittering career - and a heaving awards cabinet - over her four decades in showbusiness. But the much-loved comic wasn’t always confident in her abilities