Saturday 8th November, 2025, 19:00

The Pity of War

Benjamin Britten – War Requiem

Southwark Cathedral 

Saturday 8th November, 2025. 7pm 

The Pity of War

Benjamin Britten – War Requiem

Southwark Cathedral 

In collaboration with the Royal British Legion.

On the eve of Remembrance Sunday, we again join forces with the Outcry Ensemble, directed by James Henshaw, to perform Britten’s masterpiece his War Requiem. 

We are joined by an extraordinary line-up of soloists:

Elizabeth Watts, soprano
David Butt Philip, tenor
Leigh Melrose, baritone

There is also a pre-concert talk between 6-7pm with Dr. Rowan Williams.

Tickets are available from Ticketsource and are selling fast!