London's Royal Albert Hall celebrates 150 years

Since 1871, London's Royal Albert Hall has been haunted (in a good way) by its history, hosting artists from Rachmaninoff to The Rolling Stones. Now, after having cancelled nearly 500 shows due to the pandemic, the 6,000-seat hall is reopening, filling a hole in Britain's cultural life. Correspondent Roxana Saberi reports.
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[@kikivolauvent1]

When we lived in the UK for some years (1997-2005), we took our elderly neighbour to a Christmas concert ... unforgettable experience, magic happened, this film just brought back those wonderful memories. Thank you

[@phillymouse2033]

I visited this marvelous place back in 1997, while attending a concert where the RAF put on a concert to salute the US Air Force on their 50th Anniversary. My late father, who served in the USAF, was thrilled beyond belief. It was a magical event and I cannot wait to go back again.

[@dennismurphy2979]

Now they know how many holes it takes to fill the Royal Albert Hall........

[@deliverancetwo]

What an amazing place to attend event and show. I would love to visit the Royal Albert Hall same day

[@DavidA-ps1qr]

It is wonderful, nowhere like it in the world. I've spent many, many happy hours there. Come to London and see for yourself, you'd be very welcome.

[@lewstone5430]

Love seeing stories with Roxana Saberi!

[@a697ag]

I was lucky to attend two Night At The Proms concerts at RAH and really treasure those memories. Amazing venue

[@ebybeehoney]

- I've always wanted to go to that.

[@Stopdoingstupidstuff]

Why was Eric Clapton not mentioned? He had played the Hall more than anyone else.

[@bobbyk1023]

I got to sit in the queens booth once while playing around during a sound check….

[@lewstone5430]

To the Tower of London with you!

[@oldnebster]

I remember going to see a Films of Tim Burton orchestral concert with Danny Elfman at RAH. One of the best venues I've ever experienced a show in.

[@alexandriaocasio-smollett5078]

I read the news today, oh boy 4000 holes in Blackburn, Lancashire And though the holes were rather small They had to count them all Now they know how many holes it takes to fill the…

[@jtlovescodelyoko]

Adele Concert special at Royal Albert Hall was amazing.

[@searchingforfoodonyoutube2500]

Wow you were there

[@jtlovescodelyoko]

@@searchingforfoodonyoutube2500 No, I have it on DVD

[@amarbrozovic3359]

It would have been nice if they mentioned this but Eric Clapton actually has the most concerts in the royal Albert hall history with over 200 concerts

[@davidj8658]

No “literally “ every famous person hasn’t played in this hall. When did we get so dumb ?

[@jeanashchuchinov6593]

Love this story

[@Douglasmoore-ny5fo]

No mention of the Beatles?

[@lewstone5430]

There's a picture or two of them in the piece like at 1:40.

[@ebybeehoney]

I wish that they had let the clip of Pavarotti finish. That was the most important part

[@lewstone5430]

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[@dianekerwin2555]

Does anyone know the name of the band playing on stage at the very end of this interview? The lead singer has a hat on and playing guitar. I love the song they are playing.

[@zinastanescu]

It was gorgeous, beautiful, Rick did it so amazing. I did enjoy a lot. Rick Astley is an amazing artist for his age .

[@adelaferreira4575]

What a place !

[@romstar]

Who?! Roger Daltrey,that’s Who!😝😘🙏😭

[@lewstone5430]

Yes, the budget Robert Plant.

[@bluespypup]

@@lewstone5430 except Roger is a much better singer

[@tomcarl8021]

Led Zeppelin modeled themselves on The Who. And Plant lost his voice in 1971, thank God. We didn't have to put up with his shreiking and caterwauling.

[@johnncon46]

Just a "For What It's Worth" . . . at the 01:31 moment in the video there is a mention of"ballet." The images shown were from a Tattoo with the Band of The Royal Marines. I took them out on tour in '85. I recognize the pith helmets.

[@broadwayking]

phantom of the opera needs to come back to royal albert hall

[@Ryan.C.Hallengren]

Coming soon, KISS.

[@astral_drive]

the performance happened last evening . it was a perfect re-opening/ 150th last night. bond composer david arnold wrote a special ten movement symphony for orchestra and choir with actors reading pieces about the history of the place. both moving and informative. the hall was originally built to promote progressive ideas in science and the arts. not the somewhat 'stuffy' image it now has. a beautiful night.

[@dankauffmanmusic]

Roger Daltrey says "we were banned" *shows Led Zeppelin

[@tomcarl8021]

We in NYC are stuck with the monstrosity that is Madison Square Garden. Even Carnegie Hall is an ugly building. Not impressive at all. Lincoln Center is very nice, though.

[@calienteelfriende5842]

WWF at Royal Albert Hall 1992 BABY WOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!

[@xs5783]

Cover Nai He Ye Meri Insult He--Front Street Mahboob K Banglows Se Zohaib Ki Rotiya Lagi Hen--Same As All Over Karachi

[@michaelhurley3171]

I don't think I want to see the queen's royal box😄😆😆😆

[@keithss67]

Roger daltry looks like that sweet old lesbian who lives down the hall from me

[@checkyourhead6467]

that is a very rude comment. what is your major malfunction?

[@keithss67]

@@checkyourhead6467 lol sounds like you need to get out more

[@keithss67]

Oh no, or is your life on line? 🥺

[@checkyourhead6467]

@@keithss67 I just got home from being out. I'ts too damn hot outside🔥

[@keithss67]

@@checkyourhead6467 so turn on the air

[@chriswright4677]

“pova-rarti”

[@keithss67]

Albert slept with his bedroom door locked because Victoria was constantly hot for his banana 🍌

[@jacobstopper3804]

First