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List of classical music concerts with an unruly audience response

Riots at the Royal Opera House, 1763

There have been many notable instances of unruly behaviour at classical music concerts, often at the premiere of a new work or production. Audience members displayed unruly behavior for a variety of reasons.

18th century

19th century

20th century

21st century

See also

References

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