Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain Ignites Amberg: Live Concert at the Stadttheater

Event: The Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain – Stadttheater Amberg in Amberg on 11. February 2026

Date and Time

11. February 2026 19:30

Artist

Location

Bäckerei Hiltner GmbH
Regensburger Str. 116, 92224 Amberg, Deutschland

About this Event

Concerts

Mood

Energetic

Venue Type

Inside

Ukuleles, Wit, and World Class: The Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain in Amberg

Since 1985, the Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain has astonished concert halls – now the legendary ensemble brings its unmistakable mix of British humor, virtuosic orchestration, and pop culture to the Stadttheater Amberg. An evening where pop, rock, classical, and film themes shine anew on four strings, and the live atmosphere crackles from the very first chord.

Sound Colors on Four Strings

Seven musicians, many ukuleles – from soprano to bass: The orchestra unfolds a surprisingly broad sound palette that does without drums and backing tracks. Instead, precise synchronization, fine dynamics, and multi-part singing carry the arrangements; well-known songs take an intelligent twist between post-punk performance and chamber music parody.

From ABBA to ZZ Top – Reinvented

The repertoire spans from Tchaikovsky to Nirvana, from bluegrass to Broadway. With dry moderation and perfectly timed delivery, moments arise where audience mood, lighting dramaturgy, and the pointed acoustics of the hall merge into a concert experience.

Four Decades of Cult Status

Founded by George Hinchliffe and Kitty Lux, the formation has developed into a frequently cited British institution – celebrated on stages from the Royal Albert Hall to Carnegie Hall and regularly praised by serious media. Remaining independent, the ensemble tours worldwide and releases its own recordings – always with unmistakable direction of its own aesthetic.

Visitor Information

The venue is the Stadttheater Amberg at Schrannenplatz: central location, parking options nearby, and regulated ticketing with price classes according to seating areas. Please note: The building is only partially accessible; a designated wheelchair space is available upon request.

Conclusion

Expect a charming, musically brilliant program with a wink – an evening that dusts off earworms and quotes classics without ever appearing didactic. Experience it live now and secure your tickets in time.

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