A meeting of two exceptional talents, as Irish fiddle master Martin Hayes and cellist Kate Ellis come together for a Songlines Encounters performance unlike any other, where tradition and contemporary exploration intertwine.
Following last year’s acclaimed performance at Kings Place, acclaimed Iranian composer Peyman Yazdanian returns with Adib Rostami for a special live accompaniment to the restored silent film masterpiece ‘Grass: A Nation’s Battle for Life’ (1925).
Janice Burns & Jon Doran are an award-winning Anglo-Scottish duo who came together after discovering a shared love of traditional music. Their songs tell vivid stories about the nature of life and our place in the world. In this special Future Folk show, they'll lead us into the festive season, presenting their brand-new festive album 'Great Joy to the New'.
A special evening of live music and visual art created through a collaborative project with University College London, exploring the experiences of younger people living with Parkinson’s.
This show is a meditation on the artist and the muse, past and present. Moving seamlessly through different eras, Olivia will perform new material and ideas, while revisiting beloved and lesser-known songs from her growing back catalogue.
With impeccable musicianship and an infectious ‘joie de vivre’, Kings Place welcomes back Genticorum, a band comprising some of the most distinctive voices in traditional Québécois music, seamlessly melding fiddle, flute, accordion, guitar, foot percussion and voices.
For thousands of years the Psalms have been sung and remembered – words of sorrow, joy and hope that have travelled across generations and cultures. Aurora Orchestra’s latest collaboration with the BBC Singers brings together three composers.
Join Benjamin, Henry and Mike of the Three Bean Salad Podcast for a night of rat-themed stories to honour the twelve days of Ratmas!
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‘Cailroe’ is a significant new venture of previously unknown works written by the highly acclaimed Irish Traditional composer and musician, John Dwyer. Hear it live for the first time, performed by a powerhouse lineup of celebrated folk musicians.
Celebrating 40 years of The Smiths' masterpiece. A special evening at Kings Place including stories, memories, behind-the-scenes insights, audience Q&A, video archive footage and memorabilia.
Following a hugely successful run of shows, Steve Knightley and the Winter Yards Band return in Autumn 2026. Best known as co-founder of revered folk phenomenon Show of Hands, Steve Knightley’s latest work blends poetic songwriting with a cinematic acoustic sound, a ‘folk noir’ style which has been winning audiences across the UK. With support from special guest Megan Henwood.
Kings Place Jazz Orchestra brings big-band swing to the festive season, as Callum Au directs the new resident ensemble in seasonal favourites with acclaimed jazz vocalist Atila. Kings Place Jazz Orchestra is a handpicked, project-based
Experience the captivating sounds of Kurdish and Anatolian folk music with siblings Dîlan Top and Erkan Top. Blending soulful vocals with virtuosic bağlama, their performances celebrate the rich musical traditions of their homeland while bringing fresh energy to timeless songs. A heartfelt evening of storytelling, heritage and extraordinary musicianship.
It’s time to get together for our annual Xmas Special at the end of an epic year… how did we get here and what will happen in 2027? Plus festive unreliable predictions, question time, and much more.
It’s time to get together for our annual Xmas Special at the end of an epic year… how did we get here and what will happen in 2027? Plus festive unreliable predictions, question time, and much more.
Often described as the “Irish Joni Mitchell,” singer-songwriter Gráinne Hunt is one of the standout voices in contemporary Irish folk. Her songs combine poetic storytelling with warmth and emotional honesty. As part of Irish Folk Nights at Kings Place, she is joined by San Diego musician Jules Stewart for an intimate evening of beautifully crafted songs and harmonies.
Are you ready? The Advent edition of Bach, the Universe and Everything asks a timeless question: how do we respond when we are challenged to change and grow?
Violinist Catherina Lee and pianist Miles Walter bring an adventurous programme to Kings Place, pairing masterworks by Mozart, Debussy and Franck with striking works by Kurtág and Dora Pejačević. An evening of rich musical contrasts, virtuosity and intimate chamber dialogue.
A midwinter’s evening of presence, featuring the wisdom of bestselling Irish writer Michael Harding interwoven with the haunting soundscapes of Fohn - set against a backdrop of slow-moving imagery to evoke the stillness and beauty of the winter landscape.