Sheffield International Concert Season 2026/27 - Halle Orchestra

The Hallé Orchestra returns with Mahler's heady Fifth Symphony and Rachmaninov's wicked Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini. The story goes that the 19th century violin virtuoso, Niccolo Paganini, sold his soul to Satan in exchange for his extraordinary talent. Rachmaninov's theme and variations on one off Paganini's compositions goes to prove that the devil really does have the best tunes. Russian pianist Alexi Volodin brings a galvanising vitality to this richly imaginative piece. After the interval, Mahler's Fifth Symphony takes centre stage. Beginning with a funeral march, this monumental work travels from a mood of hopelessness, through one of the composer's most beloved slow movements, to its unforgettably jubilant conlusion. Mahler specialist Kahchun Wong will bring his signature energy to this performance. Babies in arms (ages 0-2) are not admitted into the auditorium. All persons aged 14 and under must have a valid ticket and be accompanied by an adult over 18. A max of 8 tickets per person and per household applies. Tickets in excess of 8 will be cancelled. For customers buying stalls tickets, please note that Stalls seating is not tiered and customers may stand during the performance. Standing will NOT be permitted in the Circle or Balcony, due to Health & Safety reasons. Patrons who therefore do not wish to stand during seated concerts need to book tickets in this area. Featuring: Sheffield International Concert Season Promoter: ASM T.A SHEFFIELD CITY HALL Category: Arts & Theatre / Classical / Symphonic Accessibility: Wheelchair positions are for wheelchair users, accessible positions are for patrons with disabilities/conditions that are unable to use general area Seating/Standing but do not require a specific wheelchair space. Please contact the venue accessible team on 01142 56 55 93 to arrange tickets that suit your individual access requirements, including accommodations for Assistance Dogs, visual or hearing impairments, BSL Interpreter and other specific needs. You can also get in touch via Accessteam@utilitaarenasheffield.co.uk For Accessible information please click Ticket limit: Please note: There is a ticket Limit of 8 tickets per person and per credit card on this event Venue: https://www.ticketmaster.co.uk/sheffield-city-hall-oval-hall-tickets-sheffield/venue/435512 Official listing: https://www.ticketmaster.co.uk/sheffield-international-concert-season-202627-halle-sheffield-20-02-2027/event/350064ACAF742CD0 Public sale: 2026-06-05T09:00:00Z – 2027-02-20T19:00:00Z