BBC Proms: Under African Skies - The Songs of Graceland
Royal Albert Hall, SW7 2AP , [Venue Details]Celebrate the 40th anniversary of Graceland – Paul Simon’s Grammy Award-winning, era-defining album, in a concert featuring Simon’s original collaborators Ladysmith Black Mambazo (making its Royal Albert Hall Proms debut) and special guest artists.
Defying Apartheid-era restrictions, Graceland not only featured Black South African musicians but also introduced global audiences to the country’s music. Forty years on we trace the album’s influences and echoes.
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Admission: To be confirmed
Event Type: seated
Seating: Reserved
Performer name: Ladysmith Black Mambazo
Other key names: Nu Civilisation Orchestra, Peter Edwards - director
Doors open: 9:45 pm
Age restriction: Not recommended for U5's
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BBC Proms: Under African Skies - The Songs of Graceland
Wednesday, 5 Aug 2026 @10.15pm
Royal Albert Hall, SW7 2APMore Information
Celebrate the 40th anniversary of Graceland – Paul Simon’s Grammy Award-winning, era-defining album, in a concert featuring Simon’s original collaborators Ladysmith Black Mambazo (making its Royal Albert Hall Proms debut) and special guest artists.
Defying Apartheid-era restrictions, Graceland not only featured Black South African musicians but also introduced global audiences to the country’s music. Forty years on we trace the album’s influences and echoes.
Admission: To be confirmed
Event Type: seated
Seating: Reserved
Performer name: Ladysmith Black Mambazo
Other key names: Nu Civilisation Orchestra, Peter Edwards - director
Doors open: 9:45 pm
Age restriction: Not recommended for U5's
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