On Thursday 6 November, the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra made history by performing the first concert at the art deco Gaumont State Cinema, Kilburn, since 1978.
Joined by vocalists Anna-Jane Casey and Iain Mackenzie, and conducted by Ben Pope, the RPO delivered a vibrant programme to celebrate Kilburn’s rich musical heritage as part of the Kilburn Music Mile Festival.
Taking inspiration from the venue’s impressive history, the Orchestra performed hits from legendary artists who had visited the venue, including The Beatles, David Bowie and The Rolling Stones.
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'Was a great evening for an amazing cause! Well done to all 😊🙌' Instagram comment
This special concert was presented in partnership with Kilburn State of Mind, a local community charity dedicated to improving the wellbeing of Kilburn residents. The organisation’s mission is to offer community activities to combat social isolation and create an inclusive environment where individuals of all backgrounds can belong.
‘The celebration of Kilburn's five decades of music history got off to an incredible start.’
‘A comeback concert fifty years in the making.’
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'It was such an amazing evening! Thank you to everyone involved'
'Amazing amazing amazing'
'Thank you for being absolutely brilliant ❤️'
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