Philharmonia: Manfred Honeck and Emanuel Ax
About this event
Manfred Honeck conductor Emanuel Ax piano J STRAUSS II Overture, Die Fledermaus MOZART Piano Concerto No. 25, K. 503 R STRAUSS Elektra Suite (arr. Honeck and Ille) Emanuel Ax plays one of Mozart's greatest concertos, framed by music from two operas that couldn't be more different. You can almost hear the fizz of champagne in the overture to Die Fledermaus (The Bat). Johann Strauss's sparkling music sets the scene for a tale of friendship and frivolity, drinking, dancing and disguise, extra-marital flirtation and forgiveness. Next comes Mozart's Piano Concerto K. 503, acclaimed by a contemporary critic not just as one of his finest concertos, but "maybe the most magnificent of all the concertos which have ever been written." Multiple Grammy-winner Emanuel Ax, a leading light among pianists for over half a century, follows in Mozart’s footsteps as soloist. The world of Greek mythology is full of dysfunctional families, but Elektra's is one of the most dysfunctional of them all. At the opposite end of the emotional spectrum to Die Fledermaus, Richard Strauss's Elektra is a dark and gripping story of murder and revenge. Manfred Honeck's suite distils the opera into half an hour of orch
Event details
- Date
- Wednesday, 11 November 2026
- Start time
- 19:00
Getting there & venue info
De Montfort Hall, Granville Road, Leicester LE1 7RU.
Parking: For weekend and evening shows, pre-book venue parking via demontforthall.co.uk or 0116 233 3111 The nearest public car park is at Victoria Park, just off Granville Road
Accessibility: De Montfort Hall has dedicated areas for customers with specific access needs and/or wheelchair users. E-mail: dmh-office@leicester.gov.uk to book. Facilities: accessible toilets, changing places facility, lift, assistance dogs allowed, hearing loop. Parking: pre-book blue badge parking within the grounds with box office direct.
Venue rules: All tickets sold, whether direct with the venue or via an agent, are subject to De Montfort Hall’s terms and conditions. These are available at demontforthall.co.uk
Box office: Monday to Saturday: 10am - 6pm (open till 8pm on performance nights in person only) Sundays: one hour prior to performance start time e-mail: dmh-office@leicester.gov.uk
Good to know
What time does Philharmonia: Manfred Honeck and Emanuel Ax start?
Philharmonia: Manfred Honeck and Emanuel Ax is on Wednesday, 11 November 2026 at De Montfort Hall, Leicester. The listed start time is 19:00 (UK time).
What are the set times for Philharmonia: Manfred Honeck and Emanuel Ax?
Official set times for Philharmonia: Manfred Honeck and Emanuel Ax haven't been published. The listed start is 19:00. Running orders are usually confirmed by the venue or artist closer to the date, so check their social channels.
Where is De Montfort Hall?
De Montfort Hall is at Granville Road, LE1 7RU, Leicester.
Can children attend Philharmonia: Manfred Honeck and Emanuel Ax?
Age restrictions may vary from show to show so please check with the venue. Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult (over 18). No under 16s are permitted in the standing area.
Is there parking at De Montfort Hall?
For weekend and evening shows, pre-book venue parking via demontforthall.co.uk or 0116 233 3111 The nearest public car park is at Victoria Park, just off Granville Road
Is De Montfort Hall accessible?
De Montfort Hall has dedicated areas for customers with specific access needs and/or wheelchair users. E-mail: dmh-office@leicester.gov.uk to book. Facilities: accessible toilets, changing places facility, lift, assistance dogs allowed, hearing loop. Parking: pre-book blue badge parking within the grounds with box office direct.
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