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Stockholm's theater and opera season runs from September through May. Both Dramaten (the National Theater) and Operan (the Royal Opera) shut down in the summer months. When it comes to popular music, big-name international acts frequently come to Stockholm in summer while on their European tours. Artists of this type always play at one of the Stockholm Globe Arenas south of the city center.
The Stockholm Visitors Board website www.visitstockholm.com) lists the month's events in both English and Swedish.
This large venue plays host to a wide range of concerts by the Swedish Radio Symphony Orchestra, the highly regarded Swedish Radio Choir, and guest performers. There are also occasional chamber music performances and concerts by other classical music orchestras.
The home of the Royal Stockholm Philharmonic Orchestra since 1926, the city's main concert hall also hosts other Swedish and international classical music performances.
This historic concert hall on the quay at Nybroviken hosts a wide variety of international classical music, jazz, and musical fusion concerts. The helpful website lists all concert dates.
