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Jeff Wayne's The War of the Worlds musical tour full casting announced

The show returns next spring

Casting has been announced for Jeff Wayne's musical version of H G Wells' The War of the Worlds , which will embark on a UK tour next year.

Wayne will conduct the piece, which features the Black Smoke Band as well as the 36-piece ULLAdubULLA strings ensemble. The experience will also feature a giant 30-foot tall martian robot, armed with dual fire cannons, alongside a giant 100-foot wide CGI wall. Liam Neeson will also play The Journalist as a 3D holograph.

Touted as "The Life Begins Again Tour", the piece will star Claire Richards making her debut as Beth, The Parson's Wife, alongside Kevin Clifton as The Artilleryman.

Joining them will be Nathan James as The Voice of Humanity, Blue's Duncan James as Parson Nathaniel, Justin Hayward as The Sung Thoughts of The Journalist and Anna-Marie Wayne as Carrie, The Journalist's Fiancée. Callum O'Neil will also appear as Wells himself.

The show toured the UK in 2014 before playing the Dominion Theatre in February 2016. It toured again in 2018.

The tour will open in Nottingham on 23 March 2022, before visiting Birmingham, Cardiff, Brighton, Bournemouth, Manchester, Glasgow, Leeds, Hull, Liverpool, Newcastle and London.

An immersive production will also open later this summer in London .

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Cast Announced for ‘The War of the World’s’ Musical, 40th Anniversary Tour

Jason Donovan, Adam Garcia, Carrie Hope Fletcher, Newton Falkner, Nathan James and Anna Marie-Wayne have all been announced for Jeff Wayne’s musical version of The War of the World’s 40th anniversary tour.

One of the most ground-breaking arena tours of all time,  Jeff Wayne’s Musical Version of ‘The War of the Worlds’ – Alive on Stage  is to make its return to arenas throughout the UK in 2018. Nearly 40 years on, based on HG Wells’ dark Victorian tale, the musical remains a firm favourite to millions around the world.

The show will again feature a stellar cast with Jeff Wayne returning to the podium to conduct the 9-piece Black Smoke Band and 36-piece ULLAdubULLA Strings, while Liam Neeson retains his role in 3D holography as The Journalist. Built around a huge arched bridge running through the centre of the arena brings the action closer to the audience for a most captivating and immersive experience.

Star of stage and screen Jason Donovan returns to the role of Parson Nathaniel alongside West End actress Carrie Hope Fletcher as Beth, his wife. Actor and theatre star Adam Garcia will debut as The Artilleryman, British singer-songwriter Newton Faulkner will perform The Sung Thoughts of The Journalist, Inglorious front man Nathan James will play The Voice of Humanity, with Anna-Marie Wayne reprising her role as Carrie, The Journalist’s Fiancée.

Jason Donovan commented;

“I am delighted to be re-joining the cast for this very special 40th Anniversary Tour. ‘The War of The Worlds’ has such enduring appeal and its fan base seems to grow and grow. With each tour, the scale, the drama and the special effects get more and more exciting, so I can’t wait to see what Jeff has planned for this spectacular celebration!

Carrie Hope Fletcher added;

“I’m absolutely delighted and honoured to be reprising my role as ‘Beth, Parson’s Nathaniel’s Wife’, alongside Jason Donovan, especially for this momentous 40th Anniversary year! Having grown up listening to the album, ‘The War of The Worlds’ holds a personal significance, and with the new ingredients, I can’t wait to see how this new production has evolved!”

Newton Faulkner said;

“I grew up listening to ‘The War of The Worlds’ and I’m playing The Sung Thoughts of The Journalist, alongside Liam Neeson and, as if that wasn’t enough, Jeff Wayne asked me really nicely. Also, it’s got giant Martian Fighting Machines in it! An actual MFM that shoots real flames out of its giant face! I’m very excited. 

In 2018 TWOTW will “ break through the fourth wall”.

This production, mixed live in Surround Sound, will once again feature:

• The iconic 3-tonne, 35-foot tall Martian Fighting Machine firing real flame Heat Rays at the audience.
• A 100-foot wide ‘Animation Wall’ with 2 hours of cutting edge CGI.
• A ground-breaking levitation effect.
• The incineration of a cast member in full view of the audience.
• Leaf drops over the audience.

Jeff Wayne said:  “In June 1978 when my original double album was released. I had no idea if it would vanish as quickly as one can say… “ULLAdubULLA!”  

But here we are today, celebrating its 40th Anniversary and seeing the newly re-mastered original double album sitting on top of the UK vinyl album charts.

And later this year I believe we’ll be performing the most exciting arena tour to date, with a most exciting cast, all of us getting ready to do battle with the Martians later this year.

No one would have believed…”

To start the year off, Sony Music reissued the original 1978 double 12” vinyl album which is currently number 1 in the vinyl chart. Stunningly remastered for a superior sounding audio experience, it also includes the original double gatefold with 16-page booklet containing the full script, lyrics, original paintings, and credits.

This vinyl reissue is the first in a number of special releases planned throughout 2018 to mark the 40th Anniversary of Jeff Wayne’s iconic masterpiece. The reissue is available to order on  Amazon  now. The year will continue with a number of additional special releases to mark the 40th Anniversary of this iconic masterpiece.

TWOTW HISTORY

Jeff Wayne’s double album was originally released by CBS Records in 1978. It has enjoyed huge success and critical acclaim across the globe with over 15 million records sold and spending over 330 weeks in the UK Album Charts (to date) plus achieving two International hit singles – ‘Forever Autumn’ and ‘The Eve of The War’. It has been Top 10 in 22 countries and Number 1 in 11 of them.

The War of The Worlds has also won two prestigious UK Ivor Novello Awards, the US Best Recording in Science Fiction and Fantasy (the judges included Alfred Hitchcock, George Lucas and Steven Spielberg), as well as winning for Jeff, Classic Rock’s ‘Showman of The Year’ Award.

Jeff Wayne’s Musical Version of The War of The Worlds has grown into a true classic, acquiring new generations of devoted followers since its original release.

Tickets for  The War of the World’s  at the Brighton Centre can be found here. 

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Spirit of man.

One of the most trailblazing arena tours of all time, Jeff Wayne’s Musical Version of The War of The Worlds (TWOTW) returns to UK arenas in 2025 with a musical spectacular like none other. Based on HG Wells’ dark Victorian tale, the production remains a favourite to millions around the world, exciting audiences of all ages.

I hope you will delve further into our website and learn more about the True Story of The Martian Invasion that is my musical version of… ‘The War of The Worlds’.

- jeff wayne.

15th April 2024

Cast announcement.

The War of The Worlds team are so thrilled to announce our first two cast members performing on The Spirit of Man Tour, 2025… For the first time in Martian history, a real-life couple will be performing as the married pair: Max George as Parson Nathaniel and Maisie Smith as Beth.

Jeff said: “Being a couple in real life will add to their on-stage charisma and chemistry. Maisie has such a melodic but powerful voice, which compliments Max’s dramatic and soulful vocals wonderfully."

Click here to book your tickets for The Spirit of Man tour.

8th December 2023

The spirit of man tour - tickets on sale now.

"Listen... do you hear them drawing near?”

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It’s official, tickets for Jeff Wayne’s The War of The Worlds 2025 arena tour are on sale now!

The Spirit of Man Tour will see Jeff Wayne back on his podium conducting the 8-piece Black Smoke Band and 36-piece ULLAdubULLA Strings. Liam Neeson returns in 3D Holography as The Journalist and an all-star cast to be announced next year!

4th December 2023

The spirit of man tour 2025.

Jeff Wayne and The War of The Worlds team are thrilled to unveil the grand return of our iconic arena production! Brace yourselves as our 35-foot Fighting Machine with its flame-firing Heat Ray conquers stages across the UK and Ireland in March and April 2025.

Fan pre-sale: Wednesday 6th Dec 2023, 10AM (via TWOTW social media + mailing list)

General on-sale: Friday 8th Dec 2023, 10AM

6th November 2023

The immersive experience extends for another 2 years.

In June of this year, we announced that The War of The Worlds: The Immersive Experience would be relocating to a new London venue, however, soon after our announcement, we had the wonderful and unexpected opportunity to remain at Leadenhall Street for a further two years, which we couldn’t say ‘no’ to. The licensing deal will not only see the experience remain at the original venue but also, as part of the evolving partnership, the production is receiving upgrades including new music sequences and sound design originated by Jeff Wayne, seamlessly integrated into new visual moments in the show. Originally planned for a 3-month run, here we are, almost five years later, and heading for seven. No one would have believed!

18th November 2021

Life begins again release.

Jeff Wayne's The War of The Worlds is very proud to announce the release of 'Life Begins Again', a song for the times, performed by the cast of the 2022 arena tour:

Strictly Come Dancing's Kevin Clifton , Blue's Duncan James, Steps' Claire Richards , Inglorious' Nathan James, Stage & Screen's Anna-Marie Wayne and The Moody Blues' Justin Hayward.

But why a song for the times? Well, while the world has faced many challenges in recent years, commitment and faith remain at the heart of our chance for the future.

Life can, and will, begin again.

Watch the video here.

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Jeff Wayne’s The War of The Worlds: The Immersive Experience

EXPERIENCE A REAL MARTIAN INVASION IN LONDON

LAUGH, SCREAM, AND SURVIVE TOGETHER!

300 FOOT MARTIAN FIGHTING MACHINES

JEFF WAYNE’S MUSICAL WORK COMES TO LIFE

What people think about the experience ⭐ 4.8/5 stars

What an AWESOME experience! Fantastic actors, clever sets and mind-blowing virtual reality combine to make this truly spectacular! Can't wait to visit again!

A fantastic afternoon. The actors were brilliant; they built the atmosphere and told the story wonderfully.

Amazing day great cast even made my son aged 10 feel part of it

What an amazing experience- the actors were so brilliant and the whole experience was absolutely thrilling!!! Would highly recommend this!!!

Everything was amazing from start to finish. The highlight of my trip to London. Amazing sets, plot and all round great acting from all the cast. The whole experience was incredible

Great fun from beginning to end

Brilliant experience full of humour from the actors. Would recommend to friends

Great acting, full of surprises, a cool mix with VR technology!! Hope to do it again someday, and definitely get involved, ask questions with the actors. It makes for a memorable time!!

A really amazing experience. All the actors were really good. Good food too 👍😃

Impressed from start to finish very interesting experience

Excellent evenings entertainment that I would highly recommend, I have been a fan since I bought the Album in 1978 and was intrigued to see what could be done, I was not disappointed.

We had a great time. The VR and special effects were amazing, felt like we were really there. The actors were brilliant and involved us all the way through. The music was true to Jeff Wayne's original album, a great day out.

THE SPIRIT OF MAN BAR & RESTAURANT

Enjoy delicious pre or post-show meals, cooked to order and prepared from fresh ingredients in the Martian themed Spirit of Man Bar & Restaurant. The menu includes salads, burgers, nachos and pizzas, with vegetarian and vegan options, as well as a range of tempting desserts.

There's also a wide selection of beers, wines, Prosecco and Champagne, hot drinks, and our specially themed cocktails, hand-crafted by our skilled bartenders.

This experience is produced by Layered Reality™ – a multi award-winning entertainment company who've won 9 awards including a THEA award (the Oscars of the industry) for Jeff Wayne's The War of The Worlds: The Immersive Experience.

LONDON’S #1 IMMERSIVE NIGHT OUT*

8 AWARDS WON!

TOP 10% IN THE WORLD

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• Date: Currently open!
• Time: Select your date & time directly in the ticket selector.
• Duration: The experience is 1 hour 50 including a 20 minute interval.
• Price: A range of tickets available.
• Accessibility: For more information, please check the FAQS.
• Location: 56 Leadenhall Street, London, EC3A 2BJ
• Parking: There is no designated parking at the venue. The closest NCP car park is Whitechapel High Street, E1 7RA.

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THE EXPERIENCE

• On the Fever App, available on Google Play and Apple Store .
• On the Fever website .
• Entry to the experience.
• An exclusive theatre programme.
• A Red Weed cocktail during the interval.
• A delicious meal and house drink.
• A £10 voucher to spend on merch.
• A printed souvenir photograph.

If you require assistance throughout the experience, you can apply for a free pass for your Personal Assistant/Support Worker. Please contact Fever with proof of needing a carer ticket. Once this is received, they will then provide you with the code of a voucher, that you can use to purchase your free Carer ticket. Please keep in mind that you will be required to show this, along with your tickets, to enter the venue. Each Carer ticket will need to be purchased with at least one other full price ticket.

Here are a few of the documents Fever accept:

• Middle or Higher rate DLA for care and/or mobility. Receipt of Personal Independence Payment (PIP).
• Evidence of being severely sight impaired.
• CredAbility Access Card – + 1 category requirement.
• A recognised Assistance Dog ID Card.

CAST & CREW

You’ll meet a cast of 17 characters with 12 live actors and digital cast led by West End star Carrie Hope Fletcher (Les Miserables, Heathers ), Tom Brittney (Grantchester, Make Me Famous) and Anna-Marie Wayne (The War of The World’s Live).

Eddie House

Eddie graduated from Mountview with a Masters in acting in 2022. His theatre credits include: Biosphere (The Pleasance), Girls Like That (Leeds Playhouse), The Cold Approach (Bread and Roses). His screen credits include: Stable (LFS), Lord of Wolves (Dark Motion Pictures), Not Half Bad (SF), Just Don’t (WYCA).

Emily Henry

Emily graduated from Italia Conti in 2022. Theatre credits include: Pygmalion and A Christmas Carol (Malvern Stage Company) Credits whilst training include: There is a War, A Small Family Business, The Welkin.

James Lavender

Theatre credits: Macbeth, As You Like It, An Enemy Of The People, Hamlet, The Tempest, Sense & Sensibility (Aquila Theatre); Dick Whittington (Hounslow Arts Centre); Henry V (Antic Disposition); Sleeping Beauty, (Rhodes Arts Complex); Twelfth Night, Comedy Of Errors, The Importance Of Being Earnest (Oxford Shakespeare Company); Peter Pan, Cinderella, Jack & The Beanstalk (Sheringham Little Theatre); Much Ado About Nothing (Lord Chamberlain's Men); Philoctetes (BAM); Macbeth (Judson Theatre, NYC); Adventures in Wonderland, Supermarket Shakespeare (Teatro Vivo); Aladdin (Hazlitt Theatre); The Taming of The Shrew, As You Like It (Groundlings Theatre); Jack and the Beanstalk (Millfield Theatre); Headlines (BAC); Sleeping Beauty (Georgian Theatre Royal); The Jungle Book (Birmingham Stage Company); The Two Gentlemen of Verona (Greenwich Playhouse); Plebians Rehearse the Uprising (Arcola Theatre). James trained at Rose Bruford.

Joe Cushley

Joe was born in Scotland. His acting career spans over 35 years, but he has also been a journalist, editor and music consultant. Theatre includes Samuel Pepys for Red Shift, several stints at Polka Children’s Theatre, and national tours of Charlie & The Chocolate Factory, Midnight by Jacqueline Wilson and the award-winning, Dreams of Anne Frank. He was Captain Harry Bryant in Secret Cinema’s Blade Runner, and has appeared in EastEnders, Bodger & Badger and Chandler & Co on TV. Joe worked for BBC Radio 2 for several years, and is also a DJ on Resonance FM in London.

Josh Dowden

Joshua is a Northern actor, writer and director. He studied BA Acting at East 15 and recently directed Springbok’s “Our 1972”. He will also be appearing in Roland Grace Productions’ feature film, ‘Worm’.

Kelsey Short

Kelsey trained at Rose Bruford. Theatre credits include: Jane in Jane Eyre (National Tour/Blackeyed Theatre), Hedda in Hedda Gabler (Fish Don't Matter), Rosie in As Real As Anything (Thursday Theatre), Class (Spur Of The Moment), Between a Man and a Woman & F*cking Life Mate (Fish Don't Matter), Interrupted (JW3), Teeth, Shoes (Theatre 503) Screen credits include: B*tches (Mintfaced Productions), Between a Man and a Woman & Chip (Fish Don't Matter).

Orla O’Sullivan

Orla graduated from the Guildford School of Acting in 2018. Her stage credits include IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE and POTTED PANTO (Reading Rep), AND WE’LL CATCH STARDUST, YES WE WILL (The Vaults). Her film credits include WARHOL (Ditto Films) and THE NIGHT IN (BoxFly Media). Orla also writes and directs; she has worked with the BBC and Camden People’s Theatre.

Rosie Connolly

Roseanna is an actor, stand up comedian, director and writer from Essex. Represented by LP ARTIST MANAGEMENT Roseanna has credits in various genres of theatre including NANCY in The remarkable Tale of Oliver Twist, as a performer,writer and director in the off west end NEWSREVUE, and also has many successful Edinburgh fringe shows under her belt. TV credits include CALL THE MIDWIFE. Roseanna’s biggest achievement so far is her cats. She is mad about cats. We just thought you should know.

Rupert Sadler

Rupert Sadler originates from London and trained at both Drama Centre London and the Boris Schukhin Institute in Moscow. Theatre Includes: Jekyll & Hyde (National Theatre), The Odyssey (Jermyn Street Theatre), A Midsummer Night’s Dream (Australian Shakespeare Company, Kew Gardens), Bard in the Yard (Middle Temple Hall) and the Good Landlord (Arcola, VAULTS Festival). Film & Television Includes: Ted Lasso (Apple TV), My Phone Genie (ITV), The Agency (Visual Abundance) and Le Dejeuner (Infinitum).

Sam is an actor and musician from Nottingham. He trained at East 15 Acting School, graduating in 2020. Since moving to London in 2021, he has been involved in numerous immersive performances, with recent credits including The Crystal Maze Live Experience and Mr Fogg's Murder Mysteries.

Tafadzwa Philip Madubeko

Tafadzwa Phillip Madubeko is a Zimbabwe-born British Actor raised in Newham, London. He attended Identity School of Acting in 2021 having transitioned into Acting from a corporate background. His first Acting debut came in a 2021 short film Power To Make a Change where he played Darnell. This was followed by a period of theatre work in 2022. First in The Manic Monologues playing multiple roles and then performing at Edinburgh and Wanstead Fringes in Dark Comedy A NON-EMERGENCY where he played Adam, an Ambulance Care Assistant. This role led to Tafadzwa signing with his agency RBMACTORS. Tafadzwa has since featured in short film Love Locs, as Marcus, winning, along with his Co-star, the Black Film Summit 2023 Award for Best Ensemble – Short Film.

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Jeff Wayne's The War of the Worlds musical Tour tour

Currently touring until 20 April 2025

One of the most trailblazing arena tours of all time, Jeff Wayne's Musical Version of The War Of The Worlds returns to UK arenas in 2023 with The Life Begins Again Tour.

Jeff Wayne’s musical version of The War of the Worlds is hitting the road for a new arena tour in 2025.

Based on HG Wells’ dark Victorian tale, the extravagant updated production – titled The Spirit Of Man Tour – features surround sound, lighting, pyrotechnics and otherworldly special effects.

Jeff Wayne’s The War of the Worlds musical tour dates and venues 2025

• Hull , Connexin Live 28 March 2025 Book tickets ➤
• Aberdeen , P & J Live 1 April 2025 Book tickets ➤
• Glasgow , Ovo Hydro 2 April 2025 Book tickets ➤
• Leeds , First Direct Arena 3 April 2025 Book tickets ➤
• Newcastle Upon Tyne , Utilita Arena 5 April 2025 Book tickets ➤
• Manchester , Co Op Live Arena 6 April 2025 Book tickets ➤
• Sheffield , Utilita Arena Sheffield 8 April 2025 Book tickets ➤
• Liverpool , M&s Bank Arena 9 April 2025 Book tickets ➤
• Nottingham , Motorpoint Arena 10 April 2025 Book tickets ➤
• Brighton , Brighton Centre 12 April 2025 Book tickets ➤
• Bournemouth , Bournemouth International Centre (BIC) 13 April 2025 - 14 April 2025 Book tickets ➤
• Cardiff , Utilita Arena Cardiff 16 April 2025 - 17 April 2025 Book tickets ➤
• Birmingham , Resorts World Arena 18 April 2025 Book tickets ➤
• London , The O2 Arena 20 April 2025 Book tickets ➤

Meet the cast

The Wanted’s Max George and Eastenders star Maisie Smith will star in the upcoming tour.

The real-life couple, who met and fell in love on the 2020 series of Strictly Come Dancing, will be playing the married couple Parson Nathaniel & wife Beth.

Further casting is to be announced.

About Jeff Wayne’s The War of the Worlds tour

Jeff Wayne’s iconic Musical Version of The War of The Worlds is set to embark on a grand 17-date UK and Ireland arena tour, celebrating 130 years since the original publication of H.G. Wells’ gripping Victorian narrative.

The new tour in 2025 will be conducted by Jeff Wayne himself and will feature the remarkable Liam Neeson in 3D holography, portraying The Journalist who narrates the harrowing tale of the Martian invasion of 1898.

Renowned as one of the most innovative arena tours ever, Jeff Wayne’s Musical Version of The War of The Worlds continues to captivate audiences worldwide with its unique blend of music, theatre, and technology. Since its initial stage debut in 2006, when it was already at the forefront of theatrical production with its six-truck convoy, the show has continually evolved.

By 2025, marking nearly two decades of live touring, the production will have doubled in scale to 12 trucks, promising an array of new elements and special effects designed to thrill and engage audiences like never before.

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THE 'LIFE BEGINS AGAIN’ TOUR

JEFF WAYNE’S MUSICAL VERSION OF

‘THE WAR OF THE WORLDS’ ALIVE ON STAGE!

THE MULTI-AWARD WINNING MASTERPIECE RETURNS IN 2022.

STRICTLY COME DANCING'S KEVIN CLIFTON as The Artilleryman

BLUE'S DUNCAN JAMES as Parson Nathaniel

STEPS' CLAIRE RICHARDS as Beth, The Parson's Wife

INGLORIOUS' NATHAN JAMES as The Voice of Humanity

ANNA MARIE WAYNE as Carrie , The Journalist’s Fiancée

AND THE MOODY BLUES’ JUSTIN HAYWARD as The Sung Thoughts of The Journalist

LIAM NEESON as The Journalist in 3D Holography

Composer JEFF WAYNE Conducting

One of the most trailblazing tours of all time, Jeff Wayne’s Musical Version of ‘The War of The Worlds’ - Alive on Stage! returns to arenas throughout the UK in 2022.

Featuring a stellar cast with Strictly Come Dancing and Stage star Kevin Clifton as The Artilleryman, Blue’s Duncan James as Parson Nathaniel, Steps’ and stage star Claire Richards as Beth, The Parson’s Wife, and returning are Inglorious’ front man Nathan James as The Voice of Humanity,  and Anna-Marie Wayne as Carrie, The Journalist’s Fiancée, PLUS The Moody Blues’ Justin Hayward reprising his original role as The Sung Thoughts of The Journalist.

Liam Neeson retains his role in 3D holography as The Journalist while Jeff Wayne again conducts the 8-piece Black Smoke Band and symphonic ULLAdubULLA Strings.

This is a rescheduled event.  All tickets purchased for previously the advertised date (11th April 2021) remain valid.

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Cast announced for Jeff Wayne’s War Of The Worlds

Jason Donovan, Adam Garcia and more will star in the 40th anniversary tour.

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Jeff Wayne’s musical version of The War Of The Worlds – Alive On Stage will star Jason Donovan, Carrie Hope Fletcher, Adam Garcia, Newton Faulkner, Nathan James, and Anne-Marie Wayne.

The arena tour, reaching the UK at the end of 2018, marks 40 years of Jeff Wayne’s The War Of The Worlds, based on HG Wells’ dark Victorian tale.

Jeff Wayne will return to the podium once again to conduct the 9-piece Black Smoke Band and 36-piece ULLAbdubULLA Strings, with Liam Neeson retaining his role in 3D holography as The Journalist.

Stage and screen star Jason Donovan returns to the role of Parson Nathaniel, with Carrie Hope Fletcher playing his wife, Beth. Adam Garcia will debut as The Arilleryman, British singer-songwriter Newton Faulkner will perform The Sung Thoughts of The Journalist. Nathan James will play The Voice of Humanity, with Annie-Marie Wayne returning as Carrie, The Journalist’s Fiancee.

“I am delighted to be re-joining the cast for this very special 40th Anniversary Tour,” Jason Donovan announces. “The War of The Worlds has such enduring appeal and its fan base seems to grow and grow. With each tour, the scale, the drama and the special effects get more and more exciting, so I can’t wait to see what Jeff has planned for this spectacular celebration!”

This year, the production is set to break the fourth wall, with a huge arched bridges running through the centre of the arena. This brings the action closer to the audience for a more immersive experience.

It will once again feature the iconic three tonne, 35-foot tall Martian Fighting Machine with real flame Heat Rays. Fans can also expect a 100 foot wide Animation Wall, groundbreaking levitation effects, and many more surprises.

“In June 1978 when my original double album was released. I had no idea if it would vanish as quickly as one can say… ‘ULLAdubULLA!’,” says Jeff Wayne.

“But here we are today, celebrating its 40th Anniversary and seeing the newly re-mastered original double album sitting on top of the UK vinyl album charts.”

“And later this year I believe we’ll be performing the most exciting arena tour to date, with a most exciting cast, all of us getting ready to do battle with the Martians later this year.”

“No one would have believed…”

Jeff Wayne’s double album was originally release in 1978. It has enjoyed huge success and critical acclaim across the globe, with over 15 million records sold and spending over 330 weeks in the UK album charts (to date), plus achieving two International hit singles Forever Autumn and The Eve of The War. It has been Top 10 in 22 countries and No.1 in 11 of them.

Nearly 40 years on – and based on HG Wells’ dark Victorian tale – Jeff Wayne’s Musical Version of The War of The Worlds remains a firm favourite to millions around the world and has grown into a true classic, acquiring new generations of devoted followers.

Here are those UK tour dates:

30 November 2018 – SSE Hydro Arena, Glasgow 1 December 2018 – Metro Radio Arena, Newcastle 2 December 2018 – Manchester Arena, Manchester 4 December 2018 – First Direct Arena, Leeds 5 December 2018 – Echo Arena, Liverpool 7 December 2018 – Motorpoint Arena, Nottingham 8 December 2018 – Genting Arena, Birmingham 9 – 10 December 2018 – Motorpoint Arena, Cardiff 12 – 13 December 2018 – Bournemouth International Centre, Bournemouth 15 December 2018 – The O2 Arena, London (including matinee show) 16 – 17 December 2018 – Brighton Centre, Brighton

Tickets for The War Of The Worlds are on sale now through Ticketmaster.co.uk .

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Based on HG Wells’ dark Victorian tale, the production remains a favourite to millions around the world, exciting audiences of all ages.

In 2006, TWOTW was already considered a cutting-edge production with six trucks filled to the brim. By 2022, which marks 16 years of live touring, the production will be up to 12 trucks, with a host of ingredients and special effects to challenge and excite the senses.

In addition to a stellar cast (still to be announced), audiences can expect to see Liam Neeson in 3D holography as journalist George Herbert and the 35-foot-tall Martian Fighting Machine firing real flame Heat Rays, along with the nine-piece Black Smoke Band and ULLAdubULLA symphonic string orchestra.

Some of the new updates and additions include a giant arched bridge running from the lip of the stage out over the audience to the front of house desk, three panoramic screens with two hours of cutting-edge CGI and the incineration of a cast member in full view of the audience.

There will also be surround sound, lighting, pyrotechnics and otherworldly special effects – plus a ground-breaking levitation effect, the release of deadly black smoke from the Martian Fighting Machine and  The War Of The Worlds’  author himself, HG Wells, appearing in sight and sound.

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Special guest vocalists: Max George as Parson Nathaniel & Maisie Smith as Beth

Jeff Wayne's Musical Version of The War of The Worlds is back with a monumental new 17-date (19 shows) UK and Ireland arena tour, including a show at 3Arena on  Sunday, 30 March 2025 arriving just in time to celebrate 130 years since the publication of HG WELLS’ dark Victorian tale. Conducted by Jeff Wayne and features Liam Neeson in 3D holography as The Journalist, who recounts his story of survival from the Martian invasion of 1898. With special guest vocalists Max George as Parson Nathaniel and Maisie Smith as Beth.

The tour will again feature an exciting new cast to be announced over the coming months. 

One of the most trailblazing arena tours of all time, Jeff Wayne’s Musical Version of The War of The Worlds (TWOTW) returns with a musical spectacular like none other, with the production remaining a favourite to millions around the world, exciting audiences of all ages. 

In 2006, TWOTW was already considered a cutting-edge production with six trucks filled to the brim. By 2025, marking 19 years of live touring, the production will be up to 12 trucks, with a host of new ingredients and special effects to challenge and excite the senses.

Jeff Wayne’s Musical Version of The War of The Worlds – a musical experience not to be missed. 

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Jeff Wayne's Musical Version of The War of The Worlds is back with a monumental new tour, arriving just in time to celebrate 130 years since the publication of HG WELLS’ dark Victorian tale. Conducted by Jeff Wayne and featuring Liam Neeson in 3D holography as The Journalist, who recounts his story of survival from the Martian invasion of 1898. 

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One of the most trailblazing arena tours of all time, Jeff Wayne’s Musical Version of The War of The Worldsreturns with a musical spectacular like none other, with the production remaining a favourite to millions around the world, exciting audiences of all ages.

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Get tickets for Jeff Wayne’s War of the World’s arena tour at SSE Hydro Glasgow on Saturday 2 April 2022.

The new touring arena show production features an incredible cast.

Claire Richards of Steps fame will be taking the role of Beth, the parsons wife, with Kevin Clifton from Strictly Come Dancing a The Artilleryman.

Liam Neeson appears as the journalist using the latest 3D holography and you’ll be amazed at the arrival of the flame throwing, 35ft tall Martian Fighting Machine.

The music is performed by the live nine piece rock band Black Smoke Band accompanied by the ULLAdubULLA symphonic string orchestra, conducted by Jeff Wayne himself.

With lasers, pyrotechnics and incredible stage lighting effects as well as astounding audio effects, this will be one memorable event.

Tickets are on sale now for Jeff Wayne’s War of the World’s arena tour at the SSE Hydro Glasgow with Ticketmaster here:

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Jeff Wayne’s The War of The Worlds is coming to Manchester – with a Liam Neeson hologram

The virtual Neeson takes the role of The Journalist, who recounts his story of survival from the Martian invasion of 1898.

Jeff Wayne’s The War of The Worlds will be coming to Manchester as part of a monumental new arena tour.

The much-loved musical spectacular, based on the dark Victorian tale by H. G. Wells, will feature a 3D hologram of Liam Neeson.

The Spirit of Man Tour will also see the stage filled with a 35-foot fire-breathing Fighting Machine, alongside the eight-piece Black Smoke Band and 36-piece ULLAdubULLA Strings.

The rest of the new cast and further details will be announced in the coming months.

The War Of The Worlds will be at the new Co-op Live arena in 2025, as part of the 17-date, 19-show tour of the UK and Ireland.

Its arrival in Manchester will coincide with the 130th anniversary of the world-famous production.

And after 19 years of live touring, the enormous musical experience has grown to mind-blowing proportions.

It was already considered a cutting-edge production in 2006 with six trucks filled to the brim – these days, it will be up to 12 trucks to bring the phenomenal special effects to life.

Tickets for The War of the Worlds in Manchester will go on sale at 10am on Friday 8 December via myticket.co.uk/artists/jeff-wayne-s-the-war-of-the-worlds .

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• Fri 28 March Hull Connexin Live
• Sun 30March 3Arena Dublin, Ireland
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• Sun 06 April Manchester Co-op Live
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• Sat 12 April Brighton Centre – matinee & evening
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Smash-hit musical Kinky Boots is heading out on a tour of the UK next year, and the talented cast will be stopping off here in Manchester.

The Broadway and West End phenomenon, which is based on a true story and is an adaptation of a 2005 film of the same name, has become known and loved by musical theatre fans all across the globe since its stage debut back in 2012, and has scooped up several Tonys, Olivier Awards, and GRAMMYs along the way.

And now, it’s set for a revival starring Strictly Come Dancing ‘s Johannes Radebe, and the production will be touring the UK and Ireland from January 2025.

Kinky Boots The Musical features a score by Cyndi Lauper and a book by Harvey Fierstein, and this new production will be directed by Artistic Director, Nikolai Foster – who has famously helmed productions of The Wizard of Oz and Billy Elliot , to name a few – as well as starring the fan-favourite Strictly pro as Lola, alongside and rising star Dan Partridge as Charlie Price.

In case you’re unfamiliar with the Kinky Boots story, here’s brief rundown.

After inheriting his family’s failing shoe factory and with a relationship on the rocks, life is proving to be very challenging for Charlie Price, but that is until he meets Lola – a drag queen whose “sparkle and unsteady heels” might just hold the answer to saving the struggling business.

The 2025 revival production is already being billed as “guaranteed to raise you up” and “celebrate everybody’s individuality” when it arrives here in Manchester next February.

👢 On sale to ATG+ members 👢 Kinky Boots The Musical, is strutting back to Manchester in a new production starring Strictly Come Dancing’s Johannes Radebe and rising star Dan Partridge. 📅 4 – 8 Feb 2025 🎟️ https://t.co/Zkj2wURAkx General sale: This Friday @ 10am pic.twitter.com/LeYifQkoYi — Palace & Opera Mcr (@PalaceAndOpera) April 11, 2024

“Kinky Boots is one of the things I’m proudest of in my career,” commented Cyndi Lauper, on the musicals return to the road across the UK.

“I’m so excited that audiences will get to see it again, in a new production, as it’s like a happy pill, and we could all use some of that right now, so I can’t think of a better time or place to relaunch this special show in its place of origin.”

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Kinky Boots The Musical will be taking to the iconic Manchester Palace Theatre stage from 4-8 February 2025, and tickets are set general

You can grab your tickets when they go on sale here .

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One of the best-loved musicals of all time is set to return to the stage in Manchester on its UK tour next year.

Two decades after the world premiere in Bristol, and subsequent record-breaking run of productions around the world ever since, it’s now been announced that Mary Poppins is set to fly back to Manchester next April.

Direct from the West End and stopping off in our city as part of a UK-wide tour, the classic multi award-winning musical will be landing on stage at the iconic Palace Theatre from 9 April – 17 May 2025.

Australian stars , Stefanie Jones and Jack Chambers, are both set to reprise their roles as Mary Poppins and Bert in the 2024/25 UK and Ireland tour, after having both received critical acclaim and nightly standing ovations for their performances in the recent Australian production.

Someone magical is RETURNING… ✨ Direct from the West End, #MaryPoppinsMusical will embark on 2024/2025 UK & Ireland Tour. ☂️ 📍 Palace Theatre 📅 9th April – 17th May 2025 Spit Spot and Sign Up for Priority Access to tickets 👉 https://t.co/eBB0as9XSw pic.twitter.com/wA4Sal75zp — Palace & Opera Mcr (@PalaceAndOpera) March 7, 2024

This award-winning West End musical comes from the legendary theatre producer Cameron Mackintosh, and the Disney Theatrical Group.

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The show is set to be “more magical than ever before”, and will feature dazzling choreography, incredible effects, and all the unforgettable songs we know and love.

The production has original music and lyrics by Richard M. Sherman and Robert B. Sherman, with new songs and additional music and lyrics also featuring too.

The book comes from Julian Fellowes, dance and vocal arrangements are by George Stiles, co-choreography is by Matthew Bourne and Stephen Mear, sound design is by Paul Gatehouse, lighting is by Hugh Vanstone, and the set and costume designs are by Bob Crowley.

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Mary Poppins will be live at the Palace Theatre Manchester from 9 April – 17 May 2025, and tickets are set to go on general sale next Monday (18 March) at 10am.

Grab tickets when they go on sale here .

Featured Image – Daniel Boud (via Supplied)

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Max George & Maisie Smith Confirmed To Play Parson Nathaniel & Beth In Jeff Wayne’s The War of The Worlds

Love blossomed on Strictly, now Max & Maisie become the first ever real-life couple to play married pair in iconic musical

Jeff Wayne's Musical Version of The War of The Worlds is back with a monumental new UK and Ireland arena tour, arriving just in time to celebrate 130 years since the publication of HG WELLS’ dark Victorian tale. Conducted by Jeff Wayne and featuring Liam Neeson in 3D holography as The Journalist, who recounts his story of survival from the Martian invasion of 1898. 

One of the most trailblazing arena tours of all time, Jeff Wayne’s Musical Version of The War of The Worlds (TWOTW) returns with a musical spectacular like none other, with the production remaining a favourite to millions around the world, exciting audiences of all ages. 

In 2006, TWOTW was already considered a cutting-edge production with six trucks filled to the brim. By 2025, marking 19 years of live touring, the production will be up to 12 trucks, with a host of new ingredients and special effects to challenge and excite the senses.

Further details to be announced over the coming months.

Jeff Wayne’s Musical Version of The War of The Worlds –a musical experience not to be missed. 

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Manchester’s Co-op Live announces Jeff Wayne’s The War of the Worlds 2025 tour date - ticket details

J eff Wayne’s worldwide hit production of The War of the Worlds is coming to Manchester in 2025. The hit show will be landing at the new Co-op Live on Sunday April 6. 

The show will return on tour bigger and better than ever. The 2025 tour is to mark 130 years since the publication of HG Wells novel about the Martian invasion of 1898. 

The show on this tour will also feature a 3-D hologram of Liam Neeson. He will be performing the role of the journalist who tells the story of how he survived the invasion. 

In 2006, TWOTW was already considered a cutting-edge production with six trucks filled to the brim. By 2025, marking 19 years of live touring, the production will be up to 12 trucks, with a host of new ingredients and special effects to challenge and excite the senses.

In 2012 the double album was re-imagined. It featured Liam Neeson, Take That’s Gary Barlow, Joss Stone, Kaiser Chiefs Ricky Wilson and others. The musical has toured globally since 2006 performing arenas such as London’s O2 and Manchester Arena.

How to get tickets to Jeff Wayne’s The War of the Worlds at Co-op Live

Pre-sale tickets are available to Co-op members from 10am on December 6. General sale then gets underway at 10am on Friday December 8 via the Co-op Live website.