The Simon Balle Big Band Evening will take place on Saturday 14th March 2026 at 7.30pm in the main Secondary Hall.
Doors will open at 7pm, and seating will be first come, first served. This is a very popular event!
If you need lift access, please contact music@simonballe.herts.sch.uk
How do I buy tickets?
Tickets are now available via the Parent Portal.
If you are attending both: A Night at the Proms and An Evening with the Simon Balle Big Band, please purchase a discounted Festival Ticket!
Go to Make a Booking, then Music Events. Please select the correct event! Tickets are sold on a first come, first served basis and are unreserved. You will receive an email confirmation.
https://simon-balle-payments.co.uk/
Tickets will also be available on the door (cash payment, no cards), but we encourage you to purchase in advance please. Performers and school-age brothers and sisters do not need to purchase a ticket, but very young children may have to sit on a lap. Please remember that this is a performance where we are celebrating what our musicians are achieving, so may not be suitable for all young children.
Tickets will be available through the parent portal and will be on sale until the day before the performance:
Rehearsals on the Day
Students will have a sound check and mini rehearsal on the day, please see timings below:
| 4 pm | Rhythm Section & Singers Rehearsal (in hall) |
| 5 pm | Big Band Rehearsal with Strings (in hall) |
| 6 pm | Year 13 Portraits (in hall) |
| 6.15 pm | Big Band II Rehearsal (in Rehearsal Room) |
What do performers need to wear?
Big Band performers are to wear formal dress attire in the form of Black tie. Jackets, bow ties, black trousers, black dresses, and black shoes (not trainers). Do ask if you require clarification of this!
Musicians in Big Band II are also given the option to dress in formal dress attire.
What do I need to bring?
There will be a licensed PSA bar so please make sure you purchase drinks from here. The bar will be open throughout the evening and will feature a selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks.
Bring your own snacks to eat at your tables. Please be aware that this will be a nut free environment, ensure you do not bring food items containing nuts.
