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Symphony Hall

Broad Street, Birmingham B1 2EA, England (Ladywood)
0121 780 3333
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Ranked #1 of 174 attractions in Birmingham
Type: Symphonies
Owner description: Birmingham's world-famous acoustically refined 2262 capacity concert hall presents a diverse programme of jazz, world, folk, rock, pop and classical... more » Owner description: Birmingham's world-famous acoustically refined 2262 capacity concert hall presents a diverse programme of jazz, world, folk, rock, pop and classical music concerts, organ recitals, spoken word, dance, family, educational and community performances each year, as well as conferences, graduation ceremonies, business meetings and major broadcasts.Symphony Hall is managed alongside sister venue Town Hall, by the registered charity Performances Birmingham Ltd, and is home to the Birmingham International Concert Season and the City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra. « less
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Sutton Coldfield, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2013 NEW

Raul Malo [and all the other Mavericks] had the Symphony Hall "bouncing" to their music last Saturday night. We had all waited 10 years or more for the band to reform and there was no room for disappointment. There were quite a few Americans in the audience to make them feel "at home" but the reception from Brummagem was all... More

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Wolverhampton
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2013 NEW

A really good place to see a concert - we were seeing a rock band but it was a really nice place to see a band. The acoustics were really good although if I had a quibble our seats were almost underneath the stage to one side - so try not to choose rows AA or BB. There was a... More

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Atherstone, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2013 NEW

Brilliant. Amazing Sound. Wonderful atmosphere. Facilities good. Drinks a little expensive. My son enjoyed the interval where he had the chance to try a violin.

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Warwick
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2013 NEW

Awesome show, the ushers were a little over zealous chasing us down the corridor yelling! Some of the seats need fixing, mine was leaning too far forward was kinda uncomfortable, but all in the place is amazing. A bottle of water is expensive, and Starbucks closes early!!

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Brixham
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013 NEW

Great venue for a concert, wonderful acoustics and the staff were absolutely wonderful and are a credit to the venue.

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Widnes, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013 NEW

Came here on Saturday to see the Mavericks and it was fantastic! the show was amazing and the Symphony Hall is beautiful building.

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Wolverhampton, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 NEW

Went to see several shows last year, my favourite being Sing along Christmas, had an incredible time, it is the best venue in town

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Birmingham, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013

I love going to the Symphony Hall, no matter where I have sat I've always had a good view of the stage and it has a great atmosphere :)

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Birmingham, England, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013

Internationally recognised as the best concert hall outside of London, the acoustics in this place are excellent and no matter where you sit, you're guaranteed a great view.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013

I've been several times to concerts and once on a tour. Fascinating, atmospheric place. They do Birmingham proud!

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