the Albert Hall
/ði ˌælbət ˈhɔːl/
/ði ˌælbərt ˈhɔːl/
(also the Royal Albert Hall)
- a large round concert hall in west London, which holds 8 000 people. It was built in 1868-71 in memory of Prince Albert. Various musical and sporting events take place in it, but it is best known as the concert hall where the Proms are held.