George Benson
Schedule
Wed Jul 03 2024 at 07:30 pm
UTC+01:00Location
First Direct Arena | Leeds, EN
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The legendary George Benson and ten-time Grammy Award winner, is proud to announce his highly anticipated UK shows in June/July 2024 including a return to the first direct arena. The live shows, which promises to be a musical journey like no other and will feature George Benson’s masterful guitar playing with his band. They will be performing classics from his impressive back catalogue which includes: Give Me The Night, Lady Love Me (One More Time), Turn Your Love Around, Inside Love , Never Give Up On A Good Thing, In Your Eyes and much more …
Benson's latest album, ‘Weekend In London’, is an electrifying live album capturing his 2019 performance at the intimate 250-seat Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Club. Benson, who was recently awarded the 2023 MJF Spirit award at the Montreal Jazz Festival - is currently working on new music, expressed his excitement about the upcoming tour “I can’t wait to return to the UK and share my music with my incredible fans. See you all soon!”
Opening act is Tony-nominated Broadway star, actor, singer and author Melissa Errico. (Les Misérables; Eliza Doolittle in ‘My Fair Lady’ and more). Her star quality performances have consistently garnered praise from critics and fans alike, leaving an indelible mark on every role she takes on. Beyond the Broadway lights, Melissa Errico talents have graced concert halls and music venues across the globe. Her mesmerizing interpretations of classic songs, as well as her original compositions, have garnered her a dedicated following. After starring in Michel Legrand’s musical ‘Amour’, she went on to make a symphonic album ‘’Legrand Affair – The Songs of Michel Legrand to critical acclaim.
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Where is it happening?
First Direct Arena, Arena Way, Clay Pit Lane,Leeds, United KingdomEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
