FUNharmonics: Stan and Mabel and the Race for Space

The music

Paul Rissmann Stan and Mabel and the Race for Space
And more fun music!

Join music-loving Stan and Mabel for an orchestral adventure for all the family.

Stan the dog and Mabel the cat are troubled by the treatment of all the animals in their city. After being captured and thrown into the School for Wild and Dangerous Animals and then forced into jobs, Stan, Mabel and their animal friends embark on an epic escape! Will they find a safe place to call their home? Presented by Polly Ives, this lively, interactive story with music by Paul Rissmann and words and illustrations by Jason Chapman will delight audiences aged 5+ and their grown-ups. With other orchestral treats to enjoy and lots of ways to join in, it’s the perfect day out for all the family.

Children must be accompanied by adults and be seated together.

Sun 17 May 2026, 12.00pm

London, Royal Festival Hall

Tickets £8 - £24

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What is a FUNharmonics concert?

The London Philharmonic Orchestra’s FUNharmonics family concerts are the perfect way to introduce the joy of classical music to the whole family. Concerts start at 12 noon, are one hour long, and are especially designed for children. Each concert is fast-paced and includes a presenter on stage, who breaks down the music or tells a story to keep our youngest audience members engaged and enthralled. There is also a big screen showing images projected behind the Orchestra, and plenty of audience participation to get everyone joining in!

Make a day of your visit

Your concert ticket includes the opportunity to take part in a fabulous array of free musical activities in the foyer spaces at the Royal Festival Hall before the concert begins, so the whole family can make a day of your visit. This could include drop-in interactive workshops exploring the themes of the concert, fun singing workshops, and our extremely popular ‘Have a Go’ sessions, where children can try out instruments of the orchestra. Keep an eye on event listings for updates on the details of foyer activities.

Activities take place from 10.00–11.45am and are free to concert ticket holders.

Workshops suitable for any age; Have a Go suitable for 6+

All pre-concert activities are subject to availability. We recommend arriving early to avoid the longest queues.

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