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Stephen Hough plays Beethoven's Emperor Concerto with the MPO: Tickets, Venue & Where to Stay

What is it? The acclaimed British pianist joins the Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra for Beethoven's Piano Concerto No. 5, the Emperor. Titled 'A Regal Evening with Stephen Hough': an orchestral concert, not a solo recital.

Saturday 24 October 2026 at Dewan Filharmonik Petronas. This guide covers the official ticket and information sources, how to get there from central Kuala Lumpur, and where to stay nearby.

About Stephen Hough plays Beethoven's Emperor Concerto with the MPO

The acclaimed British pianist joins the Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra for Beethoven's Piano Concerto No. 5, the Emperor.

• Titled 'A Regal Evening with Stephen Hough': an orchestral concert, not a solo recital
• Programme: Beethoven Piano Concerto No. 5 'Emperor' and Symphony No. 4
• MPO conducted by Junichi Hirokami
• Separate Stephen Hough piano masterclass on Thu 22 Oct 2026, 6–8pm

Tickets & how to attend

Tickets are sold through DFP Box Office (DFPTickets / ticketsearch), priced at RM249–RM399; suites RM449–RM499 per seat. Buy only from the official seller: resale and unofficial tickets may be refused at the gate. Attendance: Ticketed. Children under 8 not admitted. Smart casual dress code.

Getting to Dewan Filharmonik Petronas from Cormar Suites

• On foot: about 15 minutes from Cormar Suites to the Petronas Twin Towers. The concert hall is inside the towers, above Suria KLCC.
• By Grab: about 5 minutes, depending on traffic. Ask for drop-off at Suria KLCC.
• After the show: KLCC is busy at night, so the walk back is often quicker than waiting for a car.

Why stay at Cormar Suites for Stephen Hough plays Beethoven's Emperor Concerto with the MPO

• You can walk to the concert and back, with no parking and no surge pricing after the show.
• Spacious serviced apartments, from studios to two-bedroom suites, with a kitchen, living area and fast WiFi. Better than a hotel room for groups and longer stays.
• Parry Road Café is downstairs for coffee and breakfast before you head out.
• Rooftop infinity pool with views of the KL skyline.
• Central location: KL Tower, KLCC, KL City Walk and Bukit Bintang are all close by, and the Monorail is about a 10-minute walk.
• Book direct for our best available rate. Event dates sell out fast, so book early.

Frequently asked questions

When and where is Stephen Hough plays Beethoven's Emperor Concerto with the MPO?

Stephen Hough plays Beethoven's Emperor Concerto with the MPO takes place on Saturday 24 October 2026 at Dewan Filharmonik Petronas.

How do I get tickets for Stephen Hough plays Beethoven's Emperor Concerto with the MPO?

Tickets are available from DFP Box Office (DFPTickets / ticketsearch): https://DFPTickets.sales.ticketsearch.com/sales/salesevent/155017

Where should I stay for Stephen Hough plays Beethoven's Emperor Concerto with the MPO?

Cormar Suites at 10 Jalan Perak, central Kuala Lumpur, is about a 15-minute walk from Dewan Filharmonik Petronas. Its serviced apartments have kitchens and living space, and there is a rooftop infinity pool. Book direct for the best available rate.

How do I get to Dewan Filharmonik Petronas from central Kuala Lumpur?

From Cormar Suites it is about a 15-minute walk. See the 'Getting there' section on this page for step-by-step directions.

Official sources

• mpo.com.my/season-2026/a-regal-evening-with-stephen-hough
• mpo.com.my/season-2026
• malaysia.travel/index.php/events/a-regal-evening-with-stephen-hough

Information checked on 11 October 2026 from the official sources above. Event details can change, so always confirm with the organiser. KL Visit is a guide by Cormar Suites and is not affiliated with the event organisers.