RCM Symphony Orchestra
Ever wondered how a symphony orchestra rehearses? Want to have a peek behind the scenes?
Come and watch a short open rehearsal with the RCM Symphony Orchestra to get a unique insight into the rehearsal process. As part of the Great Exhibition Road Festival we are opening our doors for audiences to get a behind-the-scenes look at how orchestral musicians at the Royal College of Music prepare for their concerts.
Location Transport Food & drink Access
Royal College of Music
Prince Consort Road
London SW7 2BS
South Kensington: 0.5 miles
Gloucester Road: 0.6 miles
High Street Kensington: 0.8 miles
Paddington: 1.5 miles
Victoria: 2 miles
Santander Cycles docking station and public cycle locking facilities adjacent to RCM
The RCM provides light refreshments throughout the year. There is also a range of restaurants, cafés and other establishments nearby, most adjacent to South Kensington station.
The RCM Café serves barista-style coffees, sandwiches, snacks, salads and hot food. There is also access to outside seating in our new 1851 courtyard.
The main entrance to the RCM has eight steps up from the pavement and two inside the main doors. A lift is available for visitors with limited mobility. The lift is built into the smaller staircase to the left of the main entrance steps. There is an intercom button on the control panel, which can be seen and reached easily from the street. On arrival, press the buzzer to notify a member of RCM staff, who will come out to meet you and operate the lift for you.
All our event venues can be accessed by visitors with limited mobility via the lift at the main entrance.
Royal College of Music
Prince Consort Road
London SW7 2BS
United Kingdom
