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Russell Watson

Russell Watson

12 Oct 2025 - 19 Nov 2025

World-famous tenor who has won four Brit Classical Awards and is still the only artist to top the UK and US classical charts at the same time.
Vivaldi Four Seasons by Candlelight - Piccadilly Sinfonietta
Experience Vivaldi’s iconic masterpiece The Four Seasons as you’ve never heard it before. A cornerstone of classical music, this vivid and revolutionary work captures the essence of nature with breathtaking virtuosity and emotional power. Its influence continues to echo through centuries of music-making, and remains one of the most beloved compositions in the classical canon. This captivating programme, performed by the celebrated Piccadilly Sinfonietta and leading violinist to be announced, promises an evening of elegance and inspiration. With over 200 performances annually, this acclaimed ensemble—featuring some of the UK’s most gifted virtuosi—has become a mainstay on the British classical scene. The evening's programme will contain Vivaldi's 'Four Seasons' with a selection of other, renowned classical masterpieces.
Defying Gravity - West End Women

Defying Gravity - West End Women

25 Oct 2025 - 22 Oct 2026

Defying Gravity - West End Women is a celebration of women who have made their mark on the West End Stage. Featuring the best loved songs from the West End and Broadway, performed by a cast of incredible vocalists and an all female band, this is a must-see for anyone who loves musical theatre. Starring Sharon Sexton (Bat Out of Hell, Mamma Mia, Billy Elliot), Michelle Pentecost (Wicked, Wonderland, Evita), Maggie Lynne (Wicked, Hairspray, Grease) and Tasha Sheridan (School of Rock, Mamma Mia, Carousel) alongside musical director Ellie Verkerk (SIX, The Color Purple). With songs from Wicked, Les Miserables, Mamma Mia, Waitress and more, join us for an unforgettable evening of stunning vocals, backstage anecdotes and fascinating insights into the world of our West End Women. Cast subject to change.
Boney M. Live in Durham Cathedral

Boney M. Live in Durham Cathedral

24 Oct 2025 - 24 Oct 2025

Pop-Disco powerhouse BONEY M. will be performing live inside the incredible Durham Cathedral on Friday 24th October 2025! Tickets are limited for this very special show - Secure yours now before its too late
Boyzlife

Boyzlife

24 Oct 2025 - 1 Apr 2026

Irish pop duo featuring ex-members of Westlife and Boyzone. Brian McFadden and Keith Duffy perform pop hits by their former bands. There are few acts that accomplished the level of success that Boyzone and Westlife respectively achieved. As two of the defining groups of 90s and 00s boyband era, both boybands together scored an incredible 21+ UK No.1 singles and can consider countless millions of audience members performed to worldwide.
G4 Christmas

G4 Christmas

6 Nov 2025 - 30 Dec 2025

Gather to celebrate the most wonderful time of the year with G4's most extensive Christmas tour ever in the most awe-inspiring cathedrals, priories, minsters, halls and abbeys across the UK. G4 bring glad tidings of great joy this festive season as they welcome the incredible Michael Conway into the fold for his debut G4 tour alongside Jon, Mike and Duncan, taking you on a breath-taking musical journey with beautifully blended voices, within an idyllic sacred setting. Step into G4's world of vocal enchantment with their extraordinary and unique renditions of traditional carols, sacred contemplations, classical favourites and modern festive hits including Silent Night, O Holy Night, All I Want for Christmas, Walking in the Air, When a Child is Born and their iconic 12 Days of Christmas. With mesmerising harmonies and impeccable showmanship it's no wonder this hotly anticipated tour sells out year after year, where the guys leave you with chills of delight and a heart full of Christmas cheer. After the show you'll dash, dance and prance your holly jolly way all the way home, having no doubt experienced something more precious than gold, frankincense and myrrh! Make this Christmas a G4 Christmas!
Collabro: The Harmonies Tour

Collabro: The Harmonies Tour

5 Feb 2026 - 28 Feb 2026

Collabro are BACK! To celebrate their famous harmonies, the boys are touring the UK’s most beautiful cathedrals for stunning, intimate, piano-led concerts. Featuring songs from their past albums, from your favourite musicals, and from their never-performed-before choral album, Be Still My Soul, this promises to be a special evening with one of the most decorated vocal groups in the world – fans won’t want to miss it!
Rachmaninov 2nd Piano Concerto by Candlelight
The exceptional musicians of the Piccadilly Sinfonietta perform Rachmaninov's much-loved Second Piano Concerto with renowned concert pianist Warren Mailley-Smith, along and other magnificent works in a beautiful candlelit setting. A hugely appealing programme designed to help you celebrate the weekend in style!
Piccadilly Sinfonietta: Vivaldi's Four Seasons at Christmas
Enjoy a magical Christmas concert by candlelit in a number of beautiful UK locations this December. The exceptional musicians of the Piccadilly Sinfonietta will perform masterpieces by Chopin, Corelli and Vivaldi, including the epic Four Seasons for a festive evening to remember! Featuring The Piccadilly Sinfonietta Warren Mailley-Smith (Piano) Violin soloists to be confirmed Programme Pachelbel - Canon in D Corelli – Christmas Concerto Chopin - Piano Concerto No.1 in E minor INTERVAL Vivaldi – Four Seasons Since its formation in 2017, the Piccadilly Sinfonietta have become a regular feature on the UK concert scene, giving up to 100 performances a year in some of the country’s most beautiful and prestigious venues. The ensemble comprises some of the most prodigious musical talent and performs exclusively with leading virtuoso soloists. The group performs under the artistic direction of its founder, concert pianist Warren Mailley-Smith and focuses on the virtuoso concerto repertoire of the baroque, classical and early romantic periods.
Valentines Vivaldi by Candlelight

Valentines Vivaldi by Candlelight

13 Feb 2026 - 14 Feb 2026

Treat your loved one to the ultimate Valentine's romantic experience and enjoy a stunning selection of classical pieces featuring Vivaldi's epic Four Seasons and other timeless works in the beautiful setting of St James' Piccadilly. Performed by the incredible musicians of the Piccadilly Sinfonietta, this sensational evening of candlelit music will be one to remember! Featuring The Piccadilly Sinfonietta Miriam Kramer (Violin) Programme Vivaldi – Concerto in A minor for 2 violins Vivaldi – Concerto for two trumpets Vivaldi – Concerto in A minor Vivaldi – Four Seasons
Valentines Moonlight Sonata by Candlelight
Celebrate Valentines night with an unforgettable evening of music in one of Durhams most romantic settings. Step into the timeless beauty of Durham Cathedral, the perfect stage for a night of passion and elegance.
Candlelight: A Tribute to Coldplay

Candlelight: A Tribute to Coldplay

6 Sept 2025 - 6 Feb 2026

Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring like never seen before in Cardiff. Seating is assigned on a first come first served basis in each zone. Programme - Clocks - Shiver - Speed of Sound - Trouble - Fix You Paradise - Something Just Like This - Yellow - My Universe - The Scientist - A Sky Full of Stars Performers - 31st January: Cambria String Quartet - 20th February: String Quartet - To be announced!
Candlelight: A Tribute to Ed Sheeran

Candlelight: A Tribute to Ed Sheeran

17 Jan 2026 - 17 Jan 2026

Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring like never seen before in Durham. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Ed Sheeran at Durham Cathedral under the gentle glow of candlelight. Seating is assigned on a first come first served basis in each zone. Guests are advised to wrap up warm for colder-than-expected evenings. If you would like to book a private concert or buy regular tickets for a large group (. 30 people). To treat your friends and family to a Candlelight gift card Programme “Bad Habits” “Perfect” “Lego House” “Galway Girl” “Thinking Out Loud” “Happier” “The A Team” “Beautiful People (feat. Khalid)” “Afterglow” “Castle on the Hill” “Photograph” “Shivers” “Shape of You” Performers String Quartet - Aurora Strings
Samantha Barks - Durham

Samantha Barks - Durham

21 Nov 2025 - 21 Nov 2025

She’s back—live, personal, and as radiant as ever. Samantha invites you to an intimate, soul-stirring evening of music and storytelling. The West End’s brightest star takes on some of the UK’s most spectacular cathedrals, lit by candlelight, in a setting unlike anything she’s done before. This Masked Singer champion trades in the spotlight to reveal the voice, the heart, and the journey behind it all. Stripped back. Deeply personal. Utterly unforgettable. This is Samantha Barks: The Cathedral Tour—a once-in-a-lifetime evening you simply can’t miss.
Candlelight: A Tribute to Adele

Candlelight: A Tribute to Adele

6 Sept 2025 - 13 Feb 2026

Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring like never seen before. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Adele under the gentle glow of candlelight. Seating is assigned on a first come first served basis in each zone. If you would like to book a private concert or buy regular tickets for a large group (30 people). Programme: - Hello - Rumour Has It - Make You Feel My Love - Water Under the Bridge - Oh My God - Someone Like You - Send My Love (To Your New Lover) - Chasing Pavements - Skyfall - When We Were Young - Set Fire to the Rain - Easy On Me - Rolling in the Deep Performers: Weddington Strings
Candlelight: Tribute to Queen

Candlelight: Tribute to Queen

25 Oct 2025 - 20 Feb 2026

Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring like never seen before in Essex. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Queen under the gentle glow of candlelight.
Candlelight: Hans Zimmer's Best Works

Candlelight: Hans Zimmer's Best Works

6 Sept 2025 - 21 Mar 2026

Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring never before used for this purpose in London. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Hans Zimmer's Best Works under the gentle glow of candlelight. Programme: - Time from Inception - This Land from The Lion King - Zooster’s Breakout from Madagascar - Supermarine from Dunkirk - Honor from The Pacific - A Dark Knight from The Dark Knight - Wonder Woman Suite - Cornfield Chase from Interstellar - Dune Suite - Gladiator Suite - Discombobulate from Sherlock Holmes - Pirates of the Caribbean Suite Performers: String Quartet - London Session Quartet

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