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Motorpoint Arena Nottingham

Situated in the heart of Nottingham city centre and with a capacity of 10,000, Motorpoint Arena Nottingham hosts the biggest names in live music, comedy and sports. The East Midlands’ premier entertainment venue has hosted world-renowned musical stars such as Sir Elton John, Oasis, and Duran Duran and comedic legends such as Lee Evans and John Bishop.

What's On @ Motorpoint Arena Nottingham

Waterloo - The Best of ABBA

Waterloo - The Best of ABBA

23 Jan 2026 - 11 Dec 2026

The iconic lyrics composed by Benny and Bjorn are sung in wonderful, captivating harmony from the opening refrain to the final sing-along chorus of this two-hour spectacular, featuring a full live cast and band, stunning costumes and breath-taking choreography. From the iconic Waterloo, Mamma Mia and Voulez-Vous and so much more.
Peter Kay

Peter Kay

11 Dec 2025 - 8 Aug 2026

Peter Kay is one of Britain's best-loved comedians. His 2010 tour still officially ranks with the Guinness Book of World Records as the biggest selling comedy tour of all time.
Queen of the Night - A Tribute to Whitney Houston
Queen of the Night. A Tribute to Whitney Houston returns in 2026 for another show-stopping celebration, following sold-out tours across the UK. Established as the UK's biggest Whitney Houston tribute, this breath-taking production honours the music, legacy, and unmatched talent of the legendary Whitney Houston. Celebrate Whitney's remarkable musical repertoire in an electrifying production that pays homage to her timeless songs with sensational vocalists and a full live band. Prepare to be captivated by an extraordinary journey through three decades of all-time hits such as 'I Wanna Dance With Somebody', 'One Moment In Time', 'I'm Every Woman', 'I Will Always Love You', 'My Love Is Your Love', 'So Emotional', 'Run To You', 'Saving All My Love', 'How Will I Know', 'Million Dollar Bill', 'The Greatest Love Of All', and more. Join us for an unmissable evening filled with live music, captivating choreography, and powerful vocals, as we pay homage to the one and only queen of the night. Please note, this is a tribute production and not associated with the Estate of Whitney Houston.
Pete Tong Presents Ibiza Classics

Pete Tong Presents Ibiza Classics

10 Dec 2025 - 8 Aug 2026

DJ, broadcaster and global dance music legend Pete Tong has today announced that his critically acclaimed Ibiza Classics will return for a brand-new show in winter 2024. He will once again be joined by long time collaborator Jules Buckley and The Essential Orchestra. Special guest vocalists will be announced in the new year. Ibiza Classics has firmly cemented itself as part of the live music calendar becoming the world's most iconic orchestral electronic music event. Celebrating the legacy of dance music, the new live show will include a host of special guest DJs and singers showcasing stunning reimagines of timeless classic house tracks. Combining unique orchestration with unparalleled electronic production, ravers rejoice as it is set to be the party of the year reminiscent of the White Isle and its musical history!
Jason Manford - A Manford All Seasons

Jason Manford - A Manford All Seasons

13 Jan 2026 - 28 Mar 2026

Born in 1981, it took only 17 years for comedian, writer, actor, television and radio presenter Jason Manford to make his mark on the live circuit. Working as a glass collector at the Buzz Comedy Club in Manchester's suburban area of Chorlton, Manford stepped in when a scheduled performer failed to turn up. Just six live gigs later he claimed The City Life North West Comedian Of The Year award, launching a career that would cement him as a household name across the United Kingdom. Jason’s been busy since his last smash-hit stand up show but fans of his Absolute Radio show will know this nationally acclaimed comedian hasn’t changed a bit.
Jimmy Carr: Laughs Funny

Jimmy Carr: Laughs Funny

10 Dec 2025 - 3 Sept 2026

Jimmy tells jokes, and jokes are like magnets. Jokes attract people, but they can also repel. Some people are repelled by Jimmy's dark brand of comedy. This show is not for them. But if it's the kind of thing you like, then this is the kind of thing you’ll like.
Greg Davies: Full Fat Legend

Greg Davies: Full Fat Legend

5 Mar 2026 - 9 Dec 2026

Star of shows such as Taskmaster, The Inbetweeners, The Cleaner, Never Mind The Buzzcocks, Man Down and Cuckoo, this is Greg’s biggest live tour yet.
Bowling For Soup

Bowling For Soup

13 Dec 2025 - 5 Jul 2026

Texan princes of pop-punk Hailing from Wichita Falls, Texas, Bowling For Soup came together in the early ’90s. Buddies from school and local bands, they went through several iterations and names – including Folkadots, Slaw and Terminal Seasons – before landing on the original line-up of Jaret Reddick, Chris Burney, Erik Chandler and Gary Wiseman. Inspired by a bit on Steve Martin’s A Wild And Crazy Guy comedy album, they also decided to be called Bowling For Soup.
Michael Starring Ben

Michael Starring Ben

18 Jan 2026 - 12 Dec 2026

Take a journey back in time to remember Michael Jackson – the man, the music and the magic.  MichaelⓇ Starring Ben is a hit theatre production starring the UK's ultimate Michael Jackson tribute star, Ben Bowman. Not only does he look and sound like the King of Pop, but he's honed his routine so carefully that audiences truly believe they are watching Michael Jackson himself.  The show features a live band, dazzling costumes and the performer's iconic dance routines. It also showcases the greatest hits of Michael Jackson and also of The Jackson 5 including Beat It, Billie Jean, Thriller and Man in the Mirror.
The Wombats

The Wombats

10 Dec 2025 - 21 Aug 2026

Perky Scousers known for indie rock hits 'Let's Dance to Joy Division' and 'Moving To New York'.
That Night in Manchester

That Night in Manchester

21 Mar 2026 - 18 Jul 2026

A Nostalgic Journey Capturing the Spirit of Madchester. Relive the Madchester era with an electrifying show. Transport yourself back to the vibrant and exhilarating Madchester era with an electrifying tribute band that captures the essence of this pivotal period in music history. Combining the infectious energy and iconic sounds of bands like The Stone Roses, Happy Mondays, Inspiral Carpets, Oasis and many more. This show takes you on a nostalgic journey to the heart of the Madchester scene. With their impeccable performances, authentic style, and undeniable stage presence, as they bring the spirit of this influentialmovement back to life. The Madchester scene, which thrived in the late 1980s and early 1990s, was a melting pot of indie rock, dance music, and alternative culture. It was characterised by a unique fusion of baggy beats, catchy melodies, psychedelic vibes, and not to forget that unmistakable swagger. The band flawlessly recreates this distinctive sound, transporting audiences to those euphoric days of the Haçienda, acid house parties, and the iconic Manchester music scene.
Dr. Jordan Peterson

Dr. Jordan Peterson

13 Feb 2026 - 30 Mar 2026

Dr. Jordan Peterson comes to London’s Eventim Apollo – on his tour 12 Rules For Life: An Antidote To Chaos – in May. The renowned psychologist’s answer to this most difficult of questions uniquely combines the hard-won truths of ancient tradition, with the stunning revelations of cutting-edge scientific research.
James Arthur

James Arthur

31 Jan 2026 - 4 Jul 2026

Known for his warm brand of R&B-inflected pop, James Arthur initially rose to fame as the victor of the ninth season of the British version of The X Factor in 2012. Buoyed by his competition-winning rendition of the Shontelle ballad "Impossible," his self-titled debut reached number two in the U.K.
Madness

Madness

9 Dec 2025 - 18 Jul 2026

Nutty ska-revivalists and 80s pop titans led by the inimitable Suggs. Madness may have been at the forefront of the late ’70s ska revival, but the band quickly moved beyond the constraints of two-tone. By the time the ’80s were in full swing, their embrace of everything from Motown to pure pop had made them one of the biggest British bands of their time. Madness’s earliest days were as ska band The Invaders, formed in 1976 by Lee Thompson, Mike Barson and Chris Foreman. With the addition of Graham McPherson (aka Suggs), Mark Bedford, Dan Woodgate and Chas Smith, the band changed their name to Morris And The Minors before finally settling on Madness in 1978.
Bastille

Bastille

11 Jun 2026 - 28 Aug 2026

Founded as a solo project by singer-songwriter Dan Smith, Bastille took root in London in 2010. After arriving home from university and having nothing much to do, his mum came across a flyer for drum lessons. The teacher turned out to be drummer Chris “Woody” Wood who agreed to join Smith at some gigs. The pair soon decided to bring keyboardist Kyle Simmons and bassist Will Farquarson on board. Their name came from Bastille Day, which not only marks the start of the French Revolution but also happens to be Smith’s birthday.
Motionless In White

Motionless In White

5 Feb 2026 - 14 Feb 2026

In 2006, Motionless In White materialized out of Scranton, PA with an inimitable conjuration of sharp metallic rock, nocturnal industrial, magnetic melodies, and larger-than-life visual imagery. The quintet—Chris Motionless [Vocals], Ricky Olson [Guitar], Ryan Sitkowski [guitar], Vinny Mauro [drums], and Justin Morrow [bass]—quietly clawed their way to the forefront of hard rock, gathering nearly half-a-billion cumulative streams and views to date.
The Simon & Garfunkel Story

The Simon & Garfunkel Story

11 Dec 2025 - 18 Jan 2027

The Simon & Garfunkel Story continues to stun audiences across the globe, making it a must-see international sensation. Using huge projection photos and original film footage, the international hit show also features a full live band performing all the hits including Mrs Robinson, Cecilia, Bridge Over Troubled Water, Homeward Bound and many more.
Harlem Globetrotters

Harlem Globetrotters

24 Feb 2026 - 26 May 2026

The Harlem Globetrotters, known for their international basketball skills, perform some of their best tricks and slams. The originators of basketball style, influencers on today’s game, and skilled athletes of the highest order, the world famous Harlem Globetrotters have showcased their iconic talents in 124 countries and territories on six continents since their founding in 1926. Proud inductees into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame, their mission to spread game and bring entertainment to the world continues to drive them today. The Globetrotters are innovators of the game who popularized the jump shot, slam dunk, and the half-court hook shot. For nearly a century, the Globetrotters have exhibited Black excellence on and off the court, entertaining, inspiring, and advancing the racial progress of today. The Harlem Globetrotters International, Inc. is a subsidiary of Herschend Enterprises, the largest family-owned themed entertainment company in the U.S.
Lewis Capaldi

Lewis Capaldi

27 Jun 2026 - 22 Aug 2026

Lewis Capaldi is an indie musician from Scotland. From humble beginnings filling pubs to headlining arena tours, sold out in seconds, astonishingly all of which happened before the release of his debut album, ‘Divinely Uninspired To A Hellish Extent’.
The Prodigy

The Prodigy

15 Apr 2026 - 30 Aug 2026

One of the most successful electronic groups of all time, The Prodigy, was formed in 1990, they’ve had 18 UK Top 40 hits and five number one albums. They’ve won numerous awards, including two Brit Awards and had two Grammy nominations.
Stereophonics

Stereophonics

9 Dec 2025 - 18 Dec 2025

Welsh four-piece rock band The Stereophonics achieved chart success for the first time in 1996 with Local Boy in the Photograph. Since then they have become one of the most successful alternative rock bands from the UK, with albums Word Gets Around, Performance and Cocktails, Just Enough Education to Perform and You Gotta Go there to Come Back all achieving notable success.
Alter Bridge

Alter Bridge

25 Feb 2026 - 5 Mar 2026

Alter Bridge is an American rock band formed in Orlando, Florida in 2004 by former members of Creed: Mark Tremonti, Brian Marshall, and Scott Phillips, along with Myles Kennedy, formerly of The Mayfield Four, as the lead vocalist and guitarist. They are known for their powerful, melodic hard rock sound, and have released several critically acclaimed albums.
The Celine Experience

The Celine Experience

24 Jan 2026 - 25 Jul 2026

January Butler Presents the Ultimate Celine Dion tribute concert featuring a world class live band, directed by the industry legend Andy Mudd.  Starring incredible vocalist and world leading to Celine Dion, January Butler. With iconic replica costumes and breath-taking vocals this show will take you on a mesmerising ride through Celine's career of more than four decades.   Packed with platinum selling hits including ‘Think Twice', ‘My Heart will Go On', ‘It's All Coming Back To Me Now', ‘The Power Of Love', ‘River Deep, Mountain High' and many, many more.  With phenomenal powerhouse vocals and incredible live band accompaniment, this production really does have it all.   No other tribute to Celine Dion, comes as close to recreating the sound, look, feel and passion of this incredibly admired global megastar live in concert.
Biffy Clyro

Biffy Clyro

9 Jan 2026 - 3 Jul 2026

Biffy Clyro are a mainstream rock band which formed in Kilmarnock, Scotland in 1995 as an alternative rock band. The band consists of Simon Neil (vocals, guitar), James Johnston (bass, vocals) and his twin brother Ben (drums, vocals). Mike Vennart (additional guitar) and Richard A Ingram alias Gambler (Keyboard) both formerly of Oceansize are current touring members of the band.
Rick Astley

Rick Astley

10 Apr 2026 - 24 Jul 2026

In a career spanning over 30 years, Rick Astley has sold over 40 million records worldwide. His classic Never Gonna Give You Up has had over 1.2 billion views on YouTube alone. In 2016, Rick Astley surprised the world (and himself) with the release of his smash hit album, 50. The record soared to the top of the album charts, sold over 300,000 copies and was one of the biggest-selling releases of that year.
Gorillaz

Gorillaz

20 Mar 2026 - 20 Jun 2026

The ongoing saga of singer 2D, bassist Murdoc Niccals, guitarist Noodle and drummer Russel Hobbs continues with HUMANZ - the latest album from the planet’s Most Successful Virtual Act, Gorillaz. Since their first release in 2001, Gorillaz have proven to be one of the most unique and iconic pop acts around. A truly global phenomenon, they have achieved success in ways entirely ground-breaking in popular music. Their eponymous debut album sold some 6 million copies following its release in 2001, with hit singles ‘Clint Eastwood’ and ’19-2000’. 2005’s Demon Days was more successful still, properly breaking the band on a global level, with singles ‘DARE (feat Shaun Ryder), ‘Dirty Harry’ and the Grammy Award-winning smash ‘Feel Good Inc.’ becoming hits across Europe, America and beyond. It gave Gorillaz their first UK No 1 song with ‘DARE’ and was heralded as one of the year’s greatest records. Plastic Beach saw the band up their game once more, with hit chart success around the world (including the US and UK) and contributions from a stellar rollcall of talent including Kano, Mark E Smith, Lou Reed, Bashy and more. Accordingly, their live performances went from strength to strength, consistently breaking new ground in both scale and ambition. And the band have since toured the globe from Birmingham to Beiruit, picking up hundreds of millions of record streams along the way. On screen, Gorillaz have proven no less innovative. Their videos, probably the most complete manifestation of the Gorillaz character identity, have been viewed continually on heavy rotation and picked up numerous awards including the coveted Jim Henson Creativity Honor. The band opened the 2006 BRITs with a 100-piece children’s choir and dueted with a holographic Madonna at the Grammy Awards the same year, while bass-wielding nasty-face Murdoc found time to record an ‘Alternative Christmas Speech’ in 2005, broadcast while HRH Queen Elizabeth was addressing the nation. By the end of 2007, Gorillaz were that rare beast - culturally significant, critically admired and commercially successful - appealing to the broadest of demographics.
Alex Warren

Alex Warren

20 Apr 2026 - 4 May 2026

Alexander Warren Hughes is an American singer-songwriter and comedic video creator on YouTube. He is also popular on TikTok and Instagram. He was previously a member and a co-founder of the collaborative TikTok group The Hype House.
Professor Brian Cox

Professor Brian Cox

10 Dec 2025 - 13 Nov 2026

Whether an avid science reader or a total novice, Professor Brian Cox Live will test the limits of our knowledge and make highly complex ideas accessible to all. Always captivating, continually surprising and forever pushing the boundaries, Professor Brian Cox takes science to a new dimension in this new stage show, plus get up close and personal with the man himself with an interview hosted by his The Infinite Monkey Cage co-host Robin Ince. Brian Cox is perhaps the world’s foremost communicator of all things scientific. His innate ability to make highly complex matters enormously entertaining and easy to contemplate has made his science television shows ground breaking in their audience reach and accessibility. Brian Cox OBE is a British particle physicist, a Royal Society University Research fellow. He works on the ATLAS experiment at the Large Hadron Collider at CERN, Switzerland and is a Professor at the University of Manchester. He is best known to the public as the presenter of a number of science programs for the BBC, boosting the popularity of subjects such as astronomy and physics.
Strictly Come Dancing: The Professionals
The BBC One's award-winning TV Show Strictly Come Dancing has spawned a glamourous live tour, following the phenomenal success of the dazzling 2019 UK tour, the pros will once again be quick-stepping their way around the UK in a glittering new tour. A huge hit with critics that regularly received standing ovations from audiences, there's no better atmosphere to enjoy the smooth moves and electrifying dance routines from these award-winning professionals. As always, the incredible talent of these world-class dancers is complemented with sensational live music, eye-popping costumes and the incredible Strictly production values. Directed by Strictly's Creative Director of Choreography Jason Gilkison, the show will feature a stunning line-up of pro dancers ready to race back to the dancefloor. The Pro dancer line-up for this tour includes Dianne Buswell, Nadiya Bychkova, Graziano Di Prima, Karen Hauer, Katya Jones, Neil Jones, Cameron Lombard, Gorka Marquez, Luba Mushtuk & Kai Widdrington.
James

James

3 Apr 2026 - 18 Apr 2026

James formed in Manchester in the early '80s and quickly earned a cult following with their jangly folk pop sound. The band was dubbed the next Smiths, even getting a thumbs up from frontman Morrissey who invited them to join The Smiths on tour. James scored their first big hit in 1991 with the single Sit Down and built on that success further with their critically acclaimed album Laid, produced by Brian Eno. The album became their biggest success in the US.
D-Block Europe

D-Block Europe

9 Dec 2025 - 19 Dec 2025

Young Adz and Dirtbike LB are ready to light up stages across the UK & Ireland — with audiences set to experience all the hits, brand-new tracks, and the unmatched chemistry that’s made DBE one of the most successful rap acts in British history.
The Original Harlem Globe Trotters

The Original Harlem Globe Trotters

25 Feb 2026 - 7 Mar 2026

This is a once-in-a-century celebration of 100 Years of Jaw-Dropping “No Way!” moves, 100 Years of “Wow!” and 100 Years Heart-Pounding Thrills! The Harlem Globetrotters are coming to your city with their most legendary tour ever. From gravity-defying dunks to game-changing tricks, experience the team that redefined basketball! This is history you can feel and a celebration of 100 years of over-the-top FUN with all-new surprises like the Golden Basketball by Spalding(R). This is a fan celebration from the moment you arrive with epic new pre-game magic, unforgettable post-game interactions, and the most fan-fueled experience in sports. This is your only chance to be part of The Harlem Globetrotters 100 Year Tour.
WWE Live

WWE Live

10 Jan 2026 - 18 Jan 2026

All your favourite WWE Superstars live in action WWE is known for the unique way it blends sport and entertainment, combining in-ring match action with both the drama of a soap opera and the energy of a rock concert.
Romesh Ranganathan: Hustle

Romesh Ranganathan: Hustle

7 Jan 2027 - 17 Apr 2027

The incredibly funny tongue-in-cheek comedian from Crawley Known for his trademark cynicism, Romesh Ranganathan is one of the UK’s most popular TV presenters and comics. He was born in West Sussex in 1978 as Jonathan Romesh Ranganathan and took an unusual route to stardom – via rapping and teaching. After delivering his first ever stand-up set at the age of nine at a holiday camp talent competition, Ranganthan spent his teen years focused on becoming a hip hop artist with the moniker “Ranga”. Ultimately, he became a maths teacher and worked for many years at a school in Crawley, where he met his wife Leesa, who taught drama. They married in 2009 and around that time, Ranganathan found his way back to comedy by doing gigs in pubs as a hobby.
Lily Allen

Lily Allen

2 Mar 2026 - 7 Jul 2026

The remarkable Lily Allen, whose new album West End Girl has received rave reviews, will play her first dates for 7 years when she tours the UK in March 2026. The show - Lily Allen Performs West End Girl - will see the singer/songwriter play her brand-new album in its entirety, in the order the songs appear on the record. Lily has chosen the theatre venues specially to showcase her new material.
Squeeze

Squeeze

12 Nov 2026 - 5 Dec 2026

One of the best post-punk pop acts, helmed by the songwriting duo Glen Tilbrook and Chris Difford.
Jeff Dunham: Disorderly Conduct

Jeff Dunham: Disorderly Conduct

25 Mar 2026 - 29 Mar 2026

Jeff Dunham is an award-winning ventriloquist and a stand-up comedian. He has performed on numerous comedy shows, including Comedy Central Presents in 2003. His usual puppets include a woozle named Peanut, a bitter old man named Walter, a dead terrorist named Achmed and Jose Jalapeno - a talking jalapeno pepper on a stick. His first DVD, Jeff Dunham: Arguing With Myself, was released in April 2006.
Jane McDonald

Jane McDonald

28 Aug 2026 - 26 Sept 2026

One of the nation’s most loved entertainers will tour the UK in her brand new show. A must see event, not to be missed, packed full of phenomenal songs and arrangements featuring Jane’s exceptional musicians and singers. Jane is excited to be introducing Memory into her act, after receiving 5 star reviews for her performance as Grizabella in Cats. Be sure also to expect new amazing medleys, old fan favourites and some exciting additions guaranteeing you will be on your feet time after time. And, at last, by popular demand, Jane is finally introducing full versions of some of her own songs including Some You Win (from her platinum Number One album), The Hand That Leads Me (written for her mother) and of course her most recent composition, The Singer Of You Song (written for her fans). Get ready to make some memories and see Jane McDonald’s best show yet!
Bill Bailey: Vaudevillean

Bill Bailey: Vaudevillean

6 Nov 2026 - 12 Dec 2026

Enthralling family fun, to divert and transport from the tribulations of daily life! Bill Bailey returns with a show that celebrates this great tradition, as the versatile multi-instrumental, multi-lingual, purveyor of humour and musical prowess, who could lay claim to being perhaps the foremost practitioner of this great tradition… An entertainer, a performer, a modern Vaudevillean!
Kevin Bridges: Here If You Need Me

Kevin Bridges: Here If You Need Me

14 Aug 2026 - 12 Dec 2026

Kevin Bridges cut his comedy teeth in Glasgow after leaving school at the age of 17. From there, the young comedian began performing around the UK. Bridges made his TV debut at 18, taking part in Channel 5’s So You Think You’re Funny competition at the Edinburgh Fringe. By 2006, Bridges performed his first full-length solo show at the Glasgow International Comedy Festival, his first of many performances at his hometown festival. With his star quickly rising, Bridges started to become a regular face on comedy TV series like Michael McIntyre’s Comedy Roadshow, Live at the Apollo, 8 out of 10 Cats, and Mock the Week.

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