The Stoller Hall is a renowned concert venue situated in Manchester, United Kingdom, recognized primarily for its outstanding acoustic design and its role in enriching the city’s vibrant cultural landscape. Opened in 2017, the hall is part of Chetham's School of Music and stands adjacent to the historic Chetham's Library, a site well-known in its own right. While commonly mistaken as a nightclub due to the modernity of its architecture and the diversity of its programming, The Stoller Hall primarily serves as a concert hall, specializing in classical, contemporary, jazz, and occasionally crossover genres.
Its establishment was funded in large part by a significant donation from Sir Norman Stoller and the Stoller Charitable Trust, giving it not only its name but also a significant boost in amenities and prestige. The venue quickly developed a reputation for its exceptional sound quality and intimate atmosphere, housing up to 482 seats, and it has become integral to Manchester’s musical ecosystem, frequently collaborating with both local and touring artists, ensembles, and orchestras. Since its inception, The Stoller Hall has not undergone relocation, but the surrounding Chetham's campus has seen careful modernizations to integrate the hall seamlessly into the historic urban fabric of Manchester, respecting the adjoining medieval structures while offering state-of-the-art facilities.
Over its relatively short history, the hall has solidified its status as a cultural hub, attracting audiences not only for concerts but also for talks, recordings, and educational outreach, thereby amplifying its significance well beyond Manchester's music community.
Notable artists who have performed at The Stoller Hall include internationally celebrated musicians such as violinist Nicola Benedetti, pianist Stephen Hough, cellist Sheku Kanneh-Mason, and the acclaimed Brodsky Quartet. The venue has also hosted jazz luminary Courtney Pine, folk ensemble The Unthanks, and genre-defying artist Gwilym Simcock.
Local talents and rising stars have graced its stage as well, including graduates and students from Chetham's School of Music, Manchester Collective, and members of the Hallé Youth Orchestra. Through these diverse performances, The Stoller Hall continues to contribute a unique and vital voice to the UK’s contemporary and classical music scene.