How residents have been entertained at Sheffield City Hall for decades

Sheffield’s famous entertainment venue the City Hall has been entertaining audiences since 1932.
By Julia Armstrong
Published 28th May 2020, 10:00 BST
Updated 29th May 2020, 15:51 BST
Sir Winston Churchill at Sheffield City Hall, receiving the freedom of the city, on April 16, 1951. Notice the lions on stage that were famously hated by Halle Orchestra conductor Sir John BarbirolliSir Winston Churchill at Sheffield City Hall, receiving the freedom of the city, on April 16, 1951. Notice the lions on stage that were famously hated by Halle Orchestra conductor Sir John Barbirolli
Sir Winston Churchill at Sheffield City Hall, receiving the freedom of the city, on April 16, 1951. Notice the lions on stage that were famously hated by Halle Orchestra conductor Sir John Barbirolli

Hundreds of star performers have been through its doors and it’s also seen political events, comedy nights, university graduations and classical concerts, featuring the Halle Orchestra and other major ensembles.

As well as the main Oval Hall, the venue boasts the beautiful Art Deco Ballroom and the smaller Memorial Hall.

Let’s hope we can all enjoy music there again soon.

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