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The Royal Festival Hall is closed to the public on Tuesday 16 June. It will reopen for Harry Styles & Jules Buckley Orchestra ticket holders only at 5pm.

A diverse group of people, including elderly women, joyfully dance together indoors, wearing green scarves, in a lively, well-lit setting

The Clore Ballroom

An open space for dancing, music and coming together

This large, open space on Level 2 of the Royal Festival Hall hosts many of our free events – from performances by our Resident Orchestras, to joyful social dances where everyone is invited to take part.

Even when there are no events taking place, you’re welcome to visit The Clore Ballroom whenever the Royal Festival Hall building is open. Take a moment here to catch up with friends, relax with a book or enjoy a coffee and a bite to eat from the Ballroom Cafe. And there’s plenty of room for little ones to run around and make some noise.

On now & coming up

More info for Duckie: Why Do Benders Love Divas?
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Performance & dance

Duckie: Why Do Benders Love Divas?

David Hoyle, David McAlmont and Rupert Smith chat about the fierce queer connection to women icons
The Clore Ballroom
Tickets Free
More info for THIS IS MY LIFE: Duckie Salutes Shirley Bassey
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Performance & dance

THIS IS MY LIFE: Duckie Salutes Shirley Bassey

Drag, singalongs, musical chairs, boogie bingo and boas await at this dance club and variety show
The Clore Ballroom

For your visit

The Clore Ballroom Southbank Centre

The Clore Ballroom is open six days a week.

Tuesday, 10am – 6pm*
Wednesday – Sunday, 10am – 11pm
Monday, closed.

*If we’re hosting a performance, the building will stay open until the event ends.

While you’re with us