George Benjamin Tickets

George Benjamin, born in London in 1960, is celebrated as one of Britain's foremost contemporary composers and conductors. His work blends intimate vocal writing with sweeping orchestral textures, earning international acclaim and a string of prestigious awards. As a performer and collaborator, Benjamin brings a compelling understanding of live interpretation, shaping performances with clarity and expressive depth. This artist/performer page highlights his biography, key operas, notable discography, and upcoming touring and residency engagements.

Benjamin’s career has been marked by landmark operas such as Into the Little Hill, Written on Skin, Lessons in Love and Violence, and Picture a day like this. His honors include the Golden Lion at the Venice Biennale (2019), the Ernst von Siemens Music Prize (2023), and the Ivor Novello Award for Outstanding Works Collection (2022). In 2025 he premiered Divisions for piano four hands with Pierre-Laurent Aimard at the Boulez Saal in Berlin and announced a 2025/26 touring schedule in London, Washington DC, and New York. He is Composer-in-Residence with the London Philharmonic Orchestra for 2025/26. His discography features recent releases such as Picture a day like this (Nimbus, 2024) and Shadowlines (Avie, 2024). Benjamin performs with ensembles like Ensemble Modern, the LPO, and the LSO, at major European venues. For fans looking to secure performances, we’ve got you covered with reliable, straightforward ticket access and up-to-date event details.