Symphony Hall

Symphony Hall is a concert hall on Broad Street in Birmingham, known primarily for its exceptional acoustics. The main auditorium features wooden surfaces and advanced engineering solutions that create precise sound distribution throughout the space.

Percy Thomas Partnership designed this performance center, which opened in April 1991. The official inauguration took place in June of the same year, marking an important moment for the city's cultural life.

The City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra performs regularly in this hall, presenting classical masterworks and contemporary pieces throughout the year. Audiences experience the city's rich musical tradition in a space designed specifically for orchestral sound.

The box office opens Monday to Saturday between 10:00 and 14:00 for phone bookings, while in-person visits are possible from 11:00 until 16:00. The building sits in a central area of the city and is easy to reach on foot or by public transport.

The hall incorporates acoustic panels that adjust according to the type of performance, modifying reverberation times from 1.8 to 2.8 seconds. This flexibility allows the space to work equally well for chamber music and large orchestral works.

Location: Birmingham

Inception: April 15, 1991

Architects: Percy Thomas Partnership

Official opening: June 12, 1991

Website: http://thsh.co.uk

GPS coordinates: 52.47861,-1.91056

Latest update: December 5, 2025 22:29