There’s plenty on the programme which spans many genres and here’s some of the highlights. For the full line up and tickets see www.sunderlandculture.org.uk
9. The Rocket Man - A Tribute to Sir Elton John, October 28
The Rocket Man - A Tribute to Sir Elton John is on October 28. This is the world’s favourite celebration to a musical icon, taking you down the Yellow Brick Road with two hours of glorious Elton hits, including, Saturday Nights Alright, Crocodile Rock, I’m Still Standing, Philadelphia Freedom, and many, many more. Tickets from £22. Photo: Stu Norton
10. Fastlove – The Tribute to George Michael, December 13
Fastlove – The Tribute to George Michael is on December 13. Direct from London’s West End, this is the world’s favourite George Michael celebration, performing tracks such as Wake Me Up, Too Funky, Father Figure, Freedom, Faith, Knew You Were Waiting, Careless Whisper and many more. Tickets from £22. Photo: submitted
11. The Magic of Motown, December 18
Seen by over a million people since its debut in 2005, it’s no surprise that this show is one of the biggest success stories in British theatre history. It features all the Motown classics from artists such as, Marvin Gaye, Diana Ross, Stevie Wonder, The Temptations, The Supremes, The Four Tops, Martha Reeves, The Jackson 5, Smokey Robinson, and many, many more. Tickets from £22. Photo: submitted
12. Legend: The Music of Bob Marley, January 19
Legend: The Music of Bob Marley will be performed on January 19. It features Could You Be Loved, Is This Love, One Love, No Woman No Cry, Three Little Birds, Jammin’, Buffalo Soldier, Stir It Up, Get Up Stand Up, Exodus, Waiting in Vain, Satisfy My Soul, Iron Lion Zion, I Shot the Sheriff and many more. Tickets from £20. Photo: submitted