| Main Performers | Tara Fitzgerald,
Stephen Tompkinson,
Philip Jackson,
Mary Healey,
Melanie Hill,
Mark Herman,
Steve Gunn,
Steve Abbott - speakers |
| Orchestra or Band | Grimethorpe Colliery Band,
Royal Philharmonic Concert Orchestra |
| Set List | Talk (Cast, Writer, Producer)
INTERVAL
Film Screening - 'Brassed Off', dir. (Grimethorpe Colliery Band, Royal Philharmonic Concert Orchestra)
ENCORE
'William Tell Overture', Rossini (Grimethorpe Colliery Band) |
| Performance Notes | British classic Brassed Off comes to the Royal Albert Hall for a special screening with live accompaniment by the brass band that inspired the story.
This 1996 bittersweet comedy drama, written and directed by Mark Herman, stars Pete Postlethwaite as Danny, the devoted leader of the Grimley Colliery Band, who is determined to show the Tories we are not defeated. Ewan McGregor, Stephen Tompkinson and Tara Fitzgerald are stand-outs in an impressive ensemble cast.
Relive a piece of British cinema history as the Grimethorpe Colliery Band and members of the Royal Philharmonic Concert Orchestra perform the score live at the iconic venue at the films heart, alongside the film on the big screen.
This special screening will be preceded by an on-stage Q&A hosted by Jim Carter, with cast members including Tara Fitzgerald, Stephen Tompkinson, Philip Jackson, Mary Healey, Sue Johnston, Melanie Hill, Writer/Director Mark Herman and Producer Steve Abbott.
By arrangement with Film Four Limited and Prominent Features Limited
Grimethorpe Colliery Band were celebrating their centenary in 2017.
A red carpet was laid in the West car park and VIPs attending the event include Michael Palin (writer, presenter, actor), Sadie Frost (actress) and Gaby Roslin (presenter).
After the event Stepehen Tompkinson tweeted, "I've waited 21 years to hear the world renowned Grimethorpe Colliery Band to play the RAH. I couldn't be prouder. Simply the greatest x" (9 May 2017)
The Grimethorpe Colliery Band also tweeted:
"Following our performance at Brassed Off Live on Tuesday at the Royal Albert Hall, we have been absolutely blown away by all the messages of support, thanks and the general outpouring of love for the band. We can't adequately express our thanks to you all for coming along and being part of what was such a wonderful event. The roar that greeted us as we walked on to the stage was staggering, and the one that followed William Tell was even louder and quite overwhelming more akin to a winning goal at an FA Cup final than a Brass Band concert! A capacity crowd filling the Albert Hall with shouts and cheers are things that will stay with us forever. You reminded us all of what a special band Grimethorpe is and how lucky us players are to be a part of it. We also have the best fans and supporters anyone could ask for! Together we are Grimey!"
(12 May 2017)
Fine Dining Experience tickets were available for £189 per person, which included Arena seat, champagne, meal in the Coda restaurant, and souvenir programme.
Luxury Box Package tickets were available for £239 per person (Grand Tier Box, Loggia Box) or £229 (Second Tier Box), which included dedicated box waiter, programme, canapes, beverages and exclusive box hire.
Cinema Box Package tickets were available for £169 per person (Grand Tier Box, Loggia Box) or £159 per person (Second Tier Box), which included exclusive box hire, food and beverages. |
| Related Archival Material | Handbill (RAHE/6/2017/16),
Programme (RAHE/1/2017/28),
Digital Photographs |