The Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain

Performers:

The Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain
Hester Goodman, concert ukulele
Laura Currie, concert ukulele
Peter Brooke Turner, soprano ukulele
Leisa Rea, soprano ukulele
Guy Hargreaves, soprano ukulele
Ben Rouse, tenor ukulele
Laurie Higgins, bass ukulele

With wit, charm and ukulele
Whether at a private concert of the Queen in Windsor Castle, at the BBC Proms or in New York's Carnegie Hall: the Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain never leaves a dry eye in the house. With the four strings of their instruments and their presentations, peppered with British humor, they have been providing first-class musical entertainment for forty years now. Once again, they embark on a fast-paced journey through the genres, from ABBA to ZZ Top, from Tchaikovsky to Nirvana, from bluegrass to Lady Gaga - all plucked on the »bonsai guitar«, the ukulele. And on the occasion of its 40th anniversary, it is also declaring war on the seriousness of life with plenty of humor and music.

Place

Wiener Konzerthaus – A Temple of Music and Culture

The Wiener Konzerthaus is one of Europe's most prestigious concert venues and a cornerstone of Vienna’s vibrant musical scene. Since its opening in 1913, it has stood for musical excellence, stylistic diversity, and artistic innovation. With four magnificent halls – the Great Hall, Mozart Hall, Schubert Hall, and Berio Hall – the Konzerthaus offers exceptional acoustics and accommodates up to 1,865 guests.

From classical music and opera to jazz, world music, and contemporary compositions, the Wiener Konzerthaus is renowned for its diverse programming, featuring both international stars and emerging talents. Alongside the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra, world-class orchestras, soloists, and ensembles grace its stage, making it an essential destination for music lovers.

Getting There by Public Transport

The Wiener Konzerthaus is centrally located in the 3rd district and easily accessible by public transport:

Subway:

• U4 Stadtpark station – about a 5-minute walk
• U3/U4 Landstraße (Wien Mitte) station – about a 10-minute walk

Tram:

• Lines 2, 71, D (stop Schwarzenbergplatz) – about a 3-minute walk

Bus:

• Line 4A (stop Schwarzenbergplatz)

Train:

• Wien Mitte/Landstraße (connection to CAT, S-Bahn, and subway) – about a 10-minute walk

With its excellent transport connections, the Wiener Konzerthaus is easily reachable for both locals and international visitors.
Wiener Konzerthaus – A World-Class Musical Experience.

As one of Vienna’s most important cultural institutions, the Wiener Konzerthaus seamlessly blends tradition and modernity, offering unforgettable concerts in one of the world’s most beautiful concert halls.