Live performing arts are facing an existential threat from a range of potential global shocks unless there is significant and sustained investment in resilience planning, according to a new international study.

Climate-related emergencies, political unrest, economic pressures, and public health crises all threaten the viability of drama, dance, opera and other live events, as well as their benefits to society and community wellbeing.

This is the conclusion of research looking at the varied responses of the G7 nations to the COVID-19 pandemic, saying major lessons must be learned to safeguard the future of the sector.

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164 years since the prominent abolitionist Frederick Douglass spoke at Hope Hall (now the site of the Everyman Theatre), Liverpool Everyman has unveiled a plaque on the front of its building, designed by Liverpool born artist Vicki Opomu.

Featuring Douglass and the quote “Liberty is meaningless where the right to utter one’s thoughts and opinions has ceased to exist”, it will be a lasting physical reminder of the struggle for freedom and reform, and an inspiration for generations to come.

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Today, 3x GRAMMY and 7x BRIT Award-winning global pop powerhouse Dua Lipa has announced she will play a show at London’s iconic Royal Albert Hall on October 17th.

Fans can pre-order Dua’s new album here to receive first access for tickets on April 10th. General onsale will happen here on April 12th at 10am local time.

Last week, Dua released the first tour run with shows in Berlin, Pula and Nimes taking place in June, which sold out immediately.

On June 28th, Dua will make her Pyramid Stage debut as the Friday night headliner at this year’s Glastonbury Festival.

Dua’s new album, Radical Optimism, will be released May 3rd and consists of 11 songs including the euphoric club-ready track “Houdini” and recently released single “Training Season.”

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Today, international superstar Tiësto returns to Cardiff for a very special show on Sunday 25th August 2024 – his first in the city since 2010!  The special outdoor concert will take place at Cardiff Bay as part of the Cardiff Bay Series, now in its third year and previously headlined by Scooter and The Chemical Brothers.

This highly anticipated event is part of the Bay Series, a renowned concert series that showcases top-tier artists in a stunning waterfront setting with New Order and Becky Hill already confirmed over the Bank Holiday Weekend.

Tiësto is a pillar in electronic music and an artist that transcends beyond that – Tiësto is an experience. When you hear the name and hear his signature sound on the dance floor, you know you’re about to have the best night of your life. Throughout his unparalleled career, the GRAMMY® Award-winning, Platinum-certified, international icon has brought electronic music to the masses, first rising out of the underground scene to become one of the biggest and most influential DJ/producers of all time.

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Multiplatinum alternative-pop phenom Melanie Martinez has announced the eagerly awaited EU/UK leg of The Trilogy Tour, getting underway September 18 at Dublin, Ireland’s 3Arena and then visiting the UK, Belgium, the Netherlands, France, Spain, Germany, Poland, Czech Republic, and Italy through mid-October.  Men I Trust will support the UK shows exclusively in London, while Elita will accompany the entire tour.
Fans can visit TheTrilogyTour.com now to sign up for presale access. Artist presales begin Monday 25^thMarch at 10am (local) and general on-sales start Thursday 28^th March (local). For complete details and ticket availability, please visit WWW.THETRILOGYTOUR.COM.

Mastercard cardholders in the UK have special access to preferred tickets from Tuesday 26th^th March at 10am (Local) visit  www.priceless.com/music to find out more

Her most ambitious concert tour to date, The Trilogy Tour will see the evolution of Martinez’s alter ego “Cry Baby” performed live, featuring hits from all three of her groundbreaking Top 10 albums, Cry Baby, K-12, and Portals, which have together earned over 14B worldwide streams to date. The Trilogy Tourofficially gets underway May 10 at Seattle WA’s Climate Pledge Arena and then visits arenas across North America through late-June.

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Today, three-time, Grammy award-winning superstar Megan Thee Stallion formally announced the “Hot Girl Summer Tour,” a 31-city worldwide trek produced by Live Nation that will feature a special Chicas Divertidas VIP section and include domestic stops in the U.S. and international performances across Europe.

Grammy-nominated artist GloRilla will serve as a special guest on the “Hot Girl Summer Tour,” which will mark Megan’s first-ever, headlining tour in arenas across the globe. The Memphis-born hitmaker, who has delivered award-winning hits such as “Tomorrow 2 (feat Cardi B),” “FNF” and “Yeah Glo!,” will join Megan on the domestic leg of the tour.

The tour will kick off on May 14 in Minneapolis and make stops at several major cities across the United States – including New York City, Los Angeles, Chicago, Philadelphia, a hometown performance in Houston and many more – before wrapping up in Las Vegas on June 22. The international leg of Megan’s tour will begin in Glasgow, Scotland on July 4 with additional shows in England, France, Germany and Ireland.

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Today, the Royal Court Theatre and Nimax Theatres announce an extension to the current limited run of For Black Boys Who Have Considered Suicide When The Hue Gets Too Heavy for a further 4 weeks due to public demand and renewed critical acclaim. Tickets are now on sale for performances up to 1 June 2024.

The hit show welcomed six new cast members for its West End return: Tobi King Bakare, Shakeel Haakim making his professional debut, Fela Lufadeju, Albert Magashi, Mohammed Mansaray and Posi Morakin yowho starred in the iconic roles of Onyx, Pitch, Jet, Sable, Obsidian and Midnight respectively.

Directed by Ryan Calais Cameron, the brand-new ensemble garnered renewed critical acclaim for their performances, bringing their own interpretation and lived experiences to their respective roles. All six have infused a fresh dynamic and energy to this transformative theatrical experience which uniquely mixes music, movement, storytelling and verse.

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Today, acclaimed musician and activist Moby announces his first live dates in over a decade, performing his greatest hits in Europe in September.

September 19 – London, England / The O2
September 21 – Antwerp, Belgium / Sportpaleis
September 22 – Berlin, Germany / Velodrome
September 23 – Düsseldorf, Germany / Mitsubishi Electric Hall
September 24 – Paris, France / Le Zenith

Tickets will be available as follows:
Wed 20^th March – Artist presale – 10am GMT / 11am CET
Friday 22^nd March – General sale – 10am GMT / 11am CET
Mastercard cardholders in UK have special access to preferred tickets from Friday 22^nd March at 10am GMT / 11am CET. Visit www.priceless.com/music to find out more.

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The National Theatre has partnered with the NHS to give 400 NHS workers free tickets to watch a live performance of Nye – Tim Price‘s (Teh Internet is Serious Business) new play directed by Rufus Norris (Small Island), charting the life of Aneurin ‘Nye’ Bevan and his battle to create the NHS, playing in the Olivier theatre.

To celebrate Nye as the 100^th release from National Theatre Live, the National Theatre in collaboration with Vue has also invited 1000 NHS workers nationwide to watch the live broadcast in cinemas on 23 April, extending its commitment to share impactful stories that inspire and unite people.

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USHER today announces his 10th and final show at London’s O2 Arena for March 29th, 2025.  Already sold out over an incredible 9 nights at the venue, the multi-platinum, 8-time GRAMMY award-winning global entertainment icon had already extended the European dates for his massive tour USHER: Past Present Future. 

Now he will be a resident for 10 shows at the iconic UK venue for the hottest shows of 2025, confirming his status as one of the most in demand stars on the planet.

This follows Usher’s powerhouse Apple Music Super Bowl LVIII Halftime performance, his incredibly successful two year, 100 sold out shows, My Way: The Las Vegas Residency run, and the now legendary 8 night residency at Paris’ La Seine Musicale.  Aside from that 2023 Paris run, these will be his first European shows since the 2015 ‘UR Tour’.

USHER says, “Y’all not playing games!! I’ve added a 10th and final show in london due to incredible demand – can’t wait to bring Usher: Past Present Future to The O2 on 29th March.

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