ShareDue to overwhelming popular demand, celebrated British tenor Russell Watson is set to embark on a highly anticipated tour across the UK this autumn. The Magnificent Buildings Tour will see Russell performing twenty shows in some of the country’s most stunning and historic abbeys and cathedrals, beginning at Exeter Cathedral on September 20th and culminating in a special Christmas show at Liverpool Cathedral on December 14th.
Following a series of sold-out performances over the last year, this tour promises to offer fans an unforgettable experience. Accompanied by his pianist and arranger, Mike Moran, Russell will perform a selection of his most beloved hits, spanning his illustrious career.
This autumn, Russell will also release his highly anticipated autobiography, Encore, on September 19th. The book provides a raw and moving account of his incredible journey to rehabilitation after battling two brain tumours. It showcases the self-determination and resilience that enabled him to defy the odds, learn to sing again, and return to the stage.
Russell is also currently recording a brand-new album at the legendary Abbey Road Studios which is set for release later this year.
Reflecting on the upcoming tour, the tenor shared, “Performing in these magnificent venues is truly a dream come true. Each location has its own unique charm and history, which adds a magical element to every performance. No two shows are the same which makes it incredibly exciting and humbling to be able to sing in these incredible settings!”
As Russell Watson approaches the 25th anniversary of his debut award-winning album, The Voice, he continues to captivate audiences around the world. His exceptional talent has earned him numerous awards, including four Classical Brit Awards, and high praise from critics. The New York Times once described him as a performer “who sings like Pavarotti and entertains the audience like Sinatra.”
Throughout his career, Russell has released ten critically acclaimed studio albums, sold over seven million albums worldwide, and performed for distinguished figures such as Her Majesty The Queen, The Pope, and two US Presidents. His enigmatic and entertaining live performances continue to enchant audiences globally.
TOUR DATES 2024
September
| Date | Venue |
|---|---|
| Fri 20th | Exeter Cathedral |
| Sat 21st | Bath Abbey |
| Mon 23rd | Truro Cathedral |
| Tue 24th | Christchurch Priory |
| Fri 27th | Stoke Minster |
| Sat 28th | St Nicolas Newbury |
November
| Date | Venue |
|---|---|
| Sat 2nd | Hexham Abbey Northumberland |
| Fri 8th | Ely Cathedral |
| Sat 9th | St Mary’s Church Southend |
| Fri 15th | Dorchester Abbey |
| Sat 16th | St Mary’s Church Warwick |
| Fri 22nd | Shrewsbury Abbey |
| Sat 23rd | Shrewsbury Abbey |
| Thu 28th | All Saints Church Ryde Isle of Wight |
| Sat 30th | Southwell Minster Nottinghamshire |
December
| Date | Venue |
|---|---|
| Sun 1st | St Nicholas’s Chapel Kings Lynn |
| Fri 6th | Hull Minster |
| Sat 7th | Halifax Minster |
| Thu 12th | Bents Warrington |
| Sat 14th | Liverpool Cathedral |
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