Over 30 years ago, Yugoslavia, which consisted of 6 republics – Slovenia, Croatia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Serbia, Montenegro and Macedonia crumbled, the rise of ethno nationalism disbanding the six nations gradually post 1991, with each republic gaining independence and devastation resulting in the loss of lives. Bosnia and Herzegovina the victims of ethnic cleansing impacting the Bosnian Muslim population. Drawing on this harrowing part of the nation’s history, writer and Director Nebojsa Slijepcevic presents The Man Who Could Not Remain Silent, a short film based aboard a passenger train in 1993, travelling from Belgrade to Bar when tragically intercepted by paramilitary forces in an ethnic cleansing operation. The film focusing particularly on a man who ‘could remain silent’ or speak up against the autrocity. Currently shortlisted as an Oscar contender, Nebojsa tells us more about exploring this subject matter further and what he’s learned from creating the film.
The Bush Theatre today announces An Evening with Sir Lenny Henry, a fundraiser for the theatre which will take place at the west London venue for one night only on 25 January 2025.
Alongside many arts organisations, The Bush, despite its sold-out performances, two recent West End transfers, and a vital community of supporters, finds itself on a financial precipice due to rising costs, and real-terms shrinking funding.
Michael Harrison for Lloyd Webber Harrison Musicals and The Jamie Lloyd Company today announce Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Evita, directed by Jamie Lloyd, opening at The London Palladium. The production runs 14 June – 6 September 2025, with press night on Friday 27 June.
Full cast and creatives to be announced. Tickets to go on sale in 2025, dates to be announced. Sign up for priority booking here:www.evitathemusical.com
Michael Harrison said today, “It’s an honour to return to The London Palladium next summer, with my 14th production at the theatre. I’m even more delighted, alongside The Jamie Lloyd Company, to be presenting Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber’s glorious musical, Evita, and to be collaborating again with Jamie following Sunset Blvd.”
Following the release of his critically acclaimed album Timeless earlier this year and a string of sold-out performances across North America and Europe, Kaytranada is bringing his Timeless Tour to the UK and Europe in 2025. The genre-defying producer and DJ will perform two exclusive headline shows in the UK: Co-op Live, Manchester, on Wednesday, 23rd April 2025, and Alexandra Palace, London, on Friday, 25th April 2025.
Timeless has been hailed as one of 2024’s standout albums, with NPR describing it as “a gift” and SPIN praising it as “the sound of a master getting back into the groove.” The album features collaborations with Channel Tres, Anderson .Paak, Tinashe, Childish Gambino, and more, showcasing Kaytranada ability to effortlessly blend house, hip-hop, and R&B. The Timeless Tour promises a one-of-a-kind live experience, featuring a stunning visual production and a setlist packed with fan favorites and new tracks. Kaytranada will be joined by special guests Sango, Lou Phelps, and Pomo across all dates.
Multi-platinum, multi-diamond-selling, 3x Grammy-winning music superstar, entertainer, and entrepreneur Nelly is set to hit the road in 2025 with his highly anticipated Where The Party At Tour, celebrating the 25th anniversary of his debut studio album, Country Grammar. Featuring 54 dates acrossNew Zealand, Australia, Canada, Europe, and the United States, this marks Nelly’s return to headlining following his success as a special guest for Janet Jackson’s Together Again Tour.
The tour will feature an incredible lineup of special guests across its various legs. Fans can look forward to megawatt performances from Nelly’s collaborators and friends Eve, Fabolous, Jermaine Dupri and St. Lunatics for the U.K. and European leg of tour.
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Phil McIntyre Live are thrilled to announce that The New King of Las Vegas and award-winning musician Matt Goss will embark upon a brand new tour for 2025.
Matt Goss: The Hits & More will be a celebration of all Matt has achieved in his music career and beyond. Kicking off in Plymouth on the 7th March, Matt will take in a further 20 dates including a night at the London Palladium before concluding the tour in Leeds on 28th April.
Tickets will be available via Ticketmaster pre-sale on Wednesday 11th December fromwww.ticketmaster.co.uk. General on sale will take place on Friday 13th December viawww.mattgossofficial.co.uk.
This tour will mark an eagerly anticipated return to the live UK music scene for Matt following his smash hit tour in 2023. Matt, who has performed in the States for an astounding 11 years initially headed to the Palms Casino for one year only. The show became an instant success and he subsequently performed the show at the iconic Caesars Palace for the remainder of his Vegas residency. Whilst in the US, Goss performed in world renowned venues such as Carnegie Hall and Madison Square Garden and even officially hailed August 8th as Matt Goss Day in Las Vegas.
Today, Guns N’ Roses announced they will return to the road on a massive 2025 European and Middle East Tour, headlining stadiums and festivals throughout the summer with special guests Public Enemy, Rival Sons and Sex Pistols featuring Frank Carter on select dates. Kicking off on 23rd May, the 24 date tour will see the LA legends perform in Saudi Arabia, Georgia, Lithuania and Luxembourg for the first time. The 2025 dates also see the powerhouse rock band return to familiar stages in Bulgaria, Serbia, Turkey, Portugal, Spain, Italy, Czech Republic, Germany, UK, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, Finland, Poland, Hungary and Austria. For full tour schedule see below.
TICKETS: Tickets will be available starting Tuesday, December 10 at 9am local time with the band’s Nightrain Presale. Additional presales will run throughout the week ahead of the general on sale beginning Friday, December 13 at 9am local time on gunsnroses.com.
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‘Care’ is at the very foundation of our existence, without it, we’d lack the soul and compassion we need to navigate the day to day. With a greater awareness being brought to those who care for others, whether on a professional or personal level, it’s important to acknowledge the selflessness that caregivers embody. A reality brought to our screens thanks to multi-award winning director Dani Feixas, possible Oscar contender Paris 70 follows Jan’s story as he attempts to take care of his mother Angela who has succumbed to Alzheimer’s. Inspired by his own grandmother’s battle with Alzheimer’s and his mother taking care of her, we step into a socially aware era of short film. Ahead of Oscars long list announcements early next year, Dani tells us more about collaborating with a various organisations within the social and healthcare sector to create a work resonant for many.
Multi-PLATINUM singer-songwriter Riley Green has announced UK and Ireland dates for his extensive headlining run, Damn Country Music Tour. Beginning in London at O2 Forum Kentish Town on Thursday 11 September, Green will play shows in Birmingham, Manchester, Glasgow and Belfast before concluding in Dublin on Friday 19 September.
September
Thursday, 11th – London, O2 Forum Kentish Town
Saturday, 13th – Birmingham, O2 Academy
Monday, 15th – Manchester, Academy
Tuesday, 16th – Glasgow, O2 Academy
Thursday, 18th – Belfast, Waterfront Hall
Friday, 19th – Dublin, 3Olympia
Fontaines D.C. have announced their final UK 2025 headline outdoor show, taking place at the 10,000-capacity Exhibition Park in Newcastle on Sunday, 13th July. Fontaines D.C. are on a roll, hot off the back of a critically acclaimed sold-out UK arena tour and having sold out London’s 45,000 capacity Finsbury Park (5 July) over 8 months up front, with their recently announced Cardiff Castle show (30 July) also already sold out. Rolling Stone UK said, “A perfect early showing in an arena tour where Fontaines D.C. are hellbent on proving that these biggest of stages are where they truly belong”.
Fans eager to secure tickets can sign up to the mailing list before 5pm on Tuesday, 3rd December for early access to the pre-sale, which opens at 10:00am GMT on Wednesday, 4th December. Tickets go on general sale at 9:00am GMT on Friday, 6th December here.