Relaxed Performance

Imagine an orchestra concert that welcomes everyone – where fidgeting is fine, chill-out spaces are ready, and the musical joy knows no boundaries.

The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra invites you to a musical afternoon designed to delight all families and friends. Whether you have a wiggly toddler, a child with additional needs, a loved one with dementia, or simply want a wonderfully inclusive concert experience – this is your musical celebration. Our brilliant presenter and incredible musicians are coming together to create a concert where you can move, dance, or sit quietly as you wish. No shushing. No stress. Just music that welcomes every single person exactly as they are.

‘Chill out’ spaces will be available for anyone needing some quiet time before re-entering the auditorium. At the end of the concert, you will be invited to take part in optional activities offering a range of musical interactive experiences led by the RPO musicians.

This performance is kindly supported by The Austin and Hope Pilkington Trust, The Marchus Trust, and Arts Council England

Timeline for the day:

Pre-concert Sensory Tour - 1.15pm – 1.45pm

Performance start time - 2pm

Audience breakout activities - c.2.45 – 3.30pm

Event end time - c.3.45pm

Latecomers allowed at any point.

Wheelchair space: 

Please select a 'Wheelchair Space' ticket for anyone in your group using a Wheelchair space and book the relevant ‘General admission’ tickets above for all other members. We will still sit your party together.

General admission - with or without a chair:

Audiences are invited to choose the most comfortable seating option for their group. Mats will be provided for those wishing to spread out on the floor during the performance. Here is an image which shows you what the floor mats will look like.

Image by Hannah Graham Story Teller