Relaxed concerts are particularly suitable for individuals or groups who feel more comfortable attending concerts in a relaxed environment. Everyone is welcome, including people who have sensory and communication impairments, learning disabilities, or who are neurodiverse. Suitable for over-5s.
These informal concerts take place on selected Fridays from 12.30pm to 1.15pm at LSO St Luke’s on Old Street. LSO musicians perform chamber music, and the concerts are presented by Rachel Leach. There is a chance to ask questions at the end of the concert.
Booking for Accessible Seating & Groups
Concerts are free to attend, and seated on a first-come, first-served basis. We recommend arriving in good time before the concert start time of 12.30pm. LSO St Luke’s opens at 11.30am, when The Crypt café opens.
If you require accessible seating or are attending in a group, please let us know so we can reserve your seats and ensure your visit is as smooth as possible. Please note that accessible seating is limited. For more information or to discuss access needs before you book, please email sophia.lyons@lso.co.uk.
Watch Online
If you prefer to watch from the comfort of your own surroundings, most of our Relaxed Concerts are streamed live for free on our YouTube channel, and are also available to watch on demand afterwards. You can ask questions during the Q&A using the Live Chat feature. There is BSL interpretation and live captions.
What to Expect
A relaxed attitude to noise.
An adapted BSL interpretation which will include more visual and gestural elements.
Accessible digital programme notes to download in advance or on the day.
Live captions provided (if watching online).
Friendly staff on hand to help welcome you.
Doors to the performance space remain open throughout, so you can leave and re-enter at any point.
A separate chill-out space.
A RevoLOO vehicle for change on site, the world’s first attended mobile toilet service with a hoist and changing bench. If you would like to make use of this, please bring along your sling.
Future Concerts
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Music workshops for adults with learning disabilities or who are neurodiverse.
Open Rehearsals
An opportunity for individuals and groups of adults with learning disabilities, their supporters and carers to hear the LSO rehearsing in the Barbican Hall.
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LSO Create is generously supported by Stavros Niarchos Foundation (SNF), 29th May 1961 Charitable Trust, Anthony and Elizabeth Mellows Charitable Settlement, Rothenberg Charitable Foundation, Andor Charitable Trust and the Worshipful Company of Fan Makers.
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