# Performances of Benjamin Britten’s War Requiem

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/performances-of-benjamin-brittens-war-requiem
> Updated: 2026-09-27T14:29:01.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2.

Various musical institutions are performing Benjamin Britten’s ‘War Requiem’ as part of their seasonal programming.

In The Hague, the Royal Conservatoire has scheduled performances of the work for October 17 and 18 at the Grote Kerk to mark its 200th anniversary. This production involves over 225 musicians and singers and is accompanied by a ‘Music for Peace and Justice’ program featuring lectures and workshops.

In London, the London Philharmonic Orchestra opened its 2026/27 season at the Royal Festival Hall with a performance of the same piece. Conducted by Edward Gardner, the performance featured multiple choirs and soloists, emphasizing the tension between the Latin Requiem texts and the war poetry of Wilfred Owen.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-27: London Philharmonic Orchestra opens season with Britten’s War Requiem

Edward Gardner conducted the London Philharmonic Orchestra in a powerful performance of Benjamin Britten’s ‘War Requiem’ to open their 2026/27 season at London’s Royal Festival Hall.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/london-philharmonic-orchestra-opens-season-with-brittens-war-requiem

### 2026-09-13: Royal Conservatoire to perform War Requiem in The Hague

The Royal Conservatoire will perform Benjamin Britten’s ‘War Requiem’ in The Hague this October, featuring over 225 musicians as part of its 200th-anniversary celebrations.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/royal-conservatoire-to-perform-war-requiem-in-the-hague

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