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Jeff Wayne’s The War Of The Worlds to return in 2021

Musical version of War Of The Worlds – Alive On Stage to return in 2021

The stage version of Jeff Wayne ’s musical War Of The Worlds is set to return to the UK in 2021.

War Of The Worlds – Alive On Stage begins on March 31 in Nottingham and winds up in London on Apr 31. It marks the 15th anniversary of the show's original staging.

Says Wayne: "For over four decades now I’ve lived out a dream of bringing the true story of HG Wells dark Victorian tale to listeners and audiences from around the world, while pushing technology to the limit both sonically and visually as time has moved on. 

“In 2019 we launched The War of The Worlds: The Immersive Experience in Central London, combining, immersive theatre, virtual and augmented realities, holograms and other cutting-edge technology; giving audiences the chance to live through the Martian invasion of 1898. 

“Now our newest arena production combines these elements within the live performance, for an even more unique, emotional and at times, scary experience.”

Tickets go on general sale on Friday 6 Mar 2020 at 9am via Live Nation . An exclusive fan club presale will also take place from 9am on Friday 28 Feb 2020.

War Of The Worlds – Alive On Stage 2021 tour dates

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Jeff Wayne’s The War of The Worlds to tour in 2021

The global phenomenon returns with brand new and updated features.

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The multi award-winning Jeff Wayne’s Musical Version of The War of The Worlds is set to return to the UK next year.

Based on HG Wells’ dark Victorian tale of an alien invasion, the show, which has been seen by millions of people of all ages across the globe, will commence a brand new run at Nottingham’s Motorpoint Arena on 31 March 2021, before taking in stops in Birmingham, Cardiff, Brighton, Bournemouth, Manchester, Glasgow, Leeds, Hull, Liverpool, Newcastle and London.

Jeff Wayne’s Musical Version of The War of The Worlds 2020 UK tour dates

31 March 2021 – Motorpoint Arena, Nottingham (20:00) 1 April 2021 – Arena Birmingham (20:00) 3 April 2021 – Motorpoint Arena, Cardiff (15:00) 3 April 2021 – Motorpoint Arena, Cardiff (20:00) 5 April 2021 – Brighton Centre (15:00) 5 April 2021 – Brighton Centre (20:00) 6 April 2021 – Bournemouth International Centre (20:00) 7 April 2021 – Bournemouth International Centre (20:00) 9 April 2021 – Manchester Arena (20:00) 10 April 2021 – The SSE Hydro, Glasgow (20:00) 11 April 2021 – First Direct Arena, Leeds (20:00) 13 April 2021 – Bonus Arena, Hull (20:00) 14 April 2021 – M&S Bank Arena, Liverpool (20:00) 15 April 2021 – Utilita Arena, Newcastle (20:00) 17 April 2021 – The O2, London (15:00) 17 April 2021 – The O2, London (20:00)

2021 will mark 15 years since The War Of The Worlds began touring, and since its debut, the scale of the production has grown exponentially with 12 trucks required to haul around the special effects that have captured the imaginations of those who have witnessed the show.

Returning to the production in 2021 will be: Liam Neeson in 3D holography as journalist George Herbert, the iconic 35-foot-tall Marian Fighting Machine firing real flame heat rays at the audience, the nine-piece Black Smoke Band and ULLAdubULLA symphonic string orchestra, leaf drops over the audience and the show will be mixed live in surround sound.

Updated features for 2021 include: The giant arched bridge now runs from the lip of the stage out over the audience to the front of house desk, three panoramic screens with two hours of cutting-edge CGI and the incineration of a cast member in full view of the audience.

The 2021 production will also feature brand new lighting, pyrotechnics and otherworldly special effects; a ground-breaking levitation effect, and the release of deadly black smoke from the Martian Fighting Machine.

Jeff Wayne’s double album was originally released in 1978, enjoying huge success across the globe with over 16 million records sold.

His musical version of The War Of The Worlds has grown into a modern live phenomenon, having been seen by millions of fans across the globe.

Jeff comments: “For over four decades now I’ve lived out a dream of bringing the true story of HG Wells dark Victorian tale to listeners and audiences from around the world while pushing technology to the limit both sonically and visually as time has moved on.

“In 2019 we launched The War of The Worlds: The Immersive Experience in Central London. combining, immersive theatre, virtual and, augmented realities, holograms and other cutting-edge technology; giving audiences the chance to live through the Martian invasion of 1898.

“Now our newest arena production combines these elements within the live performance medium, for an even more unique, emotional and at times, scary experience.”

Casting for the production will be announced soon.

Tickets to see Jeff Wayne’s Musical Version of The War of The Worlds, taking to arenas across 2021, will be available from 09:00 on Friday 6 March 2020 through Ticketmaster.co.uk . 

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The War of The Worlds – Alive on Stage! Returns for Arena Tour Starring Kevin Clifton

One of the most trailblazing tours of all time, Jeff Wayne’s Musical Version of The War of The Worlds – Alive on Stage! returns to arenas throughout the UK in 2022.

Featuring a stellar cast with Strictly Come Dancing and Stage star Kevin Clifton as The Artilleryman, Blue’s Duncan James as Parson Nathaniel, Steps’ and stage star Claire Richards as Beth, The Parson’s Wife, and returning are Inglorious’ front man Nathan James as The Voice of Humanity,  and Anna-Marie Wayne as Carrie, The Journalist’s Fiancée, PLUS The Moody Blues’ Justin Hayward reprising his original role as The Sung Thoughts of The Journalist.

Liam Neeson retains his role in 3D holography as The Journalist while Jeff Wayne again conducts the 8-piece Black Smoke Band and symphonic ULLAdubULLA Strings.

Kevin Clifton said:   “I am unbelievably excited to be joining the cast of Jeff Wayne’s The War of The Worlds. In 2022 this particular story could not be more relevant. After so long without live performance, what better experience could there be than this spectacular arena production complete with a full live onstage orchestra and special effects. ‘Life Begins Again!’ “

Based on HG Wells’ dark Victorian tale, The War of The Worlds remains a firm favourite to millions around the world.

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In 2006, The War of The Worlds tour was considered a cutting-edge production with 6 trucks filled to the brim. In 2022, marking a momentous 16 years of touring, the production will be up to 12 including a host of new ingredients and special effects that will challenge and excite the senses for audiences of all ages, all set to Jeff’s iconic score.

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Jeff Wayne announces follow up to War of the Worlds Immersive Experience

The new production will move to a bigger location in London.

Jeff Wayne’s Musical Version of The War of The Worlds – The Immersive Experience has announced plans to move to a bigger venue in London next year, with an all-new production.

As the current incarnation continues at London’s former Metal Exchange on Leadenhall Street, creator Jeff Wayne confirmed the new version will feature familiar characters in a series of new scenarios, culminating in a “breathtaking balloon journey to Mars”.

The current experience has grossed more than £8million to date and will remain at its existing location until December 2023 as work continues on the new production.

Wayne commented: “When we first opened our immersive experience, it was only booked for a three-month run, yet great reviews, multiple awards, word-of-mouth attendances by existing and new fans have been so taken by it, here we are over four years later, and still going strong.

“We’re most excited to collaborate with the hottest specialist companies, immersive producers and venue owners, to continue to stun our audiences.”

Today’s announcement coincides with the 45th anniversary of the album Jeff Wayne’s Musical Version of The War of The Worlds , adapted from the sci-fi novel by H. G. Wells.

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What an AWESOME experience! Fantastic actors, clever sets and mind-blowing virtual reality combine to make this truly spectacular! Can't wait to visit again!

A fantastic afternoon. The actors were brilliant; they built the atmosphere and told the story wonderfully.

Amazing day great cast even made my son aged 10 feel part of it

What an amazing experience- the actors were so brilliant and the whole experience was absolutely thrilling!!! Would highly recommend this!!!

Everything was amazing from start to finish. The highlight of my trip to London. Amazing sets, plot and all round great acting from all the cast. The whole experience was incredible

Great fun from beginning to end

Brilliant experience full of humour from the actors. Would recommend to friends

Great acting, full of surprises, a cool mix with VR technology!! Hope to do it again someday, and definitely get involved, ask questions with the actors. It makes for a memorable time!!

A really amazing experience. All the actors were really good. Good food too 👍😃

Impressed from start to finish very interesting experience

Excellent evenings entertainment that I would highly recommend, I have been a fan since I bought the Album in 1978 and was intrigued to see what could be done, I was not disappointed.

We had a great time. The VR and special effects were amazing, felt like we were really there. The actors were brilliant and involved us all the way through. The music was true to Jeff Wayne's original album, a great day out.

THE SPIRIT OF MAN BAR & RESTAURANT

Enjoy delicious pre or post-show meals, cooked to order and prepared from fresh ingredients in the Martian themed Spirit of Man Bar & Restaurant. The menu includes salads, burgers, nachos and pizzas, with vegetarian and vegan options, as well as a range of tempting desserts.

There's also a wide selection of beers, wines, Prosecco and Champagne, hot drinks, and our specially themed cocktails, hand-crafted by our skilled bartenders.

This experience is produced by Layered Reality™ – a multi award-winning entertainment company who've won 9 awards including a THEA award (the Oscars of the industry) for Jeff Wayne's The War of The Worlds: The Immersive Experience.

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• Date: Currently open!
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• Duration: The experience is 1 hour 50 including a 20 minute interval.
• Price: A range of tickets available.
• Accessibility: For more information, please check the FAQS.
• Location: 56 Leadenhall Street, London, EC3A 2BJ
• Parking: There is no designated parking at the venue. The closest NCP car park is Whitechapel High Street, E1 7RA.

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• On the Fever App, available on Google Play and Apple Store .
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• Entry to the experience.
• An exclusive theatre programme.
• A Red Weed cocktail during the interval.
• A delicious meal and house drink.
• A £10 voucher to spend on merch.
• A printed souvenir photograph.

If you require assistance throughout the experience, you can apply for a free pass for your Personal Assistant/Support Worker. Please contact Fever with proof of needing a carer ticket. Once this is received, they will then provide you with the code of a voucher, that you can use to purchase your free Carer ticket. Please keep in mind that you will be required to show this, along with your tickets, to enter the venue. Each Carer ticket will need to be purchased with at least one other full price ticket.

Here are a few of the documents Fever accept:

• Middle or Higher rate DLA for care and/or mobility. Receipt of Personal Independence Payment (PIP).
• Evidence of being severely sight impaired.
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• A recognised Assistance Dog ID Card.

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You’ll meet a cast of 17 characters with 12 live actors and digital cast led by West End star Carrie Hope Fletcher (Les Miserables, Heathers ), Tom Brittney (Grantchester, Make Me Famous) and Anna-Marie Wayne (The War of The World’s Live).

Eddie House

Eddie graduated from Mountview with a Masters in acting in 2022. His theatre credits include: Biosphere (The Pleasance), Girls Like That (Leeds Playhouse), The Cold Approach (Bread and Roses). His screen credits include: Stable (LFS), Lord of Wolves (Dark Motion Pictures), Not Half Bad (SF), Just Don’t (WYCA).

Emily Henry

Emily graduated from Italia Conti in 2022. Theatre credits include: Pygmalion and A Christmas Carol (Malvern Stage Company) Credits whilst training include: There is a War, A Small Family Business, The Welkin.

James Lavender

Theatre credits: Macbeth, As You Like It, An Enemy Of The People, Hamlet, The Tempest, Sense & Sensibility (Aquila Theatre); Dick Whittington (Hounslow Arts Centre); Henry V (Antic Disposition); Sleeping Beauty, (Rhodes Arts Complex); Twelfth Night, Comedy Of Errors, The Importance Of Being Earnest (Oxford Shakespeare Company); Peter Pan, Cinderella, Jack & The Beanstalk (Sheringham Little Theatre); Much Ado About Nothing (Lord Chamberlain's Men); Philoctetes (BAM); Macbeth (Judson Theatre, NYC); Adventures in Wonderland, Supermarket Shakespeare (Teatro Vivo); Aladdin (Hazlitt Theatre); The Taming of The Shrew, As You Like It (Groundlings Theatre); Jack and the Beanstalk (Millfield Theatre); Headlines (BAC); Sleeping Beauty (Georgian Theatre Royal); The Jungle Book (Birmingham Stage Company); The Two Gentlemen of Verona (Greenwich Playhouse); Plebians Rehearse the Uprising (Arcola Theatre). James trained at Rose Bruford.

Joe Cushley

Joe was born in Scotland. His acting career spans over 35 years, but he has also been a journalist, editor and music consultant. Theatre includes Samuel Pepys for Red Shift, several stints at Polka Children’s Theatre, and national tours of Charlie & The Chocolate Factory, Midnight by Jacqueline Wilson and the award-winning, Dreams of Anne Frank. He was Captain Harry Bryant in Secret Cinema’s Blade Runner, and has appeared in EastEnders, Bodger & Badger and Chandler & Co on TV. Joe worked for BBC Radio 2 for several years, and is also a DJ on Resonance FM in London.

Josh Dowden

Joshua is a Northern actor, writer and director. He studied BA Acting at East 15 and recently directed Springbok’s “Our 1972”. He will also be appearing in Roland Grace Productions’ feature film, ‘Worm’.

Kelsey Short

Kelsey trained at Rose Bruford. Theatre credits include: Jane in Jane Eyre (National Tour/Blackeyed Theatre), Hedda in Hedda Gabler (Fish Don't Matter), Rosie in As Real As Anything (Thursday Theatre), Class (Spur Of The Moment), Between a Man and a Woman & F*cking Life Mate (Fish Don't Matter), Interrupted (JW3), Teeth, Shoes (Theatre 503) Screen credits include: B*tches (Mintfaced Productions), Between a Man and a Woman & Chip (Fish Don't Matter).

Orla O’Sullivan

Orla graduated from the Guildford School of Acting in 2018. Her stage credits include IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE and POTTED PANTO (Reading Rep), AND WE’LL CATCH STARDUST, YES WE WILL (The Vaults). Her film credits include WARHOL (Ditto Films) and THE NIGHT IN (BoxFly Media). Orla also writes and directs; she has worked with the BBC and Camden People’s Theatre.

Rosie Connolly

Roseanna is an actor, stand up comedian, director and writer from Essex. Represented by LP ARTIST MANAGEMENT Roseanna has credits in various genres of theatre including NANCY in The remarkable Tale of Oliver Twist, as a performer,writer and director in the off west end NEWSREVUE, and also has many successful Edinburgh fringe shows under her belt. TV credits include CALL THE MIDWIFE. Roseanna’s biggest achievement so far is her cats. She is mad about cats. We just thought you should know.

Rupert Sadler

Rupert Sadler originates from London and trained at both Drama Centre London and the Boris Schukhin Institute in Moscow. Theatre Includes: Jekyll & Hyde (National Theatre), The Odyssey (Jermyn Street Theatre), A Midsummer Night’s Dream (Australian Shakespeare Company, Kew Gardens), Bard in the Yard (Middle Temple Hall) and the Good Landlord (Arcola, VAULTS Festival). Film & Television Includes: Ted Lasso (Apple TV), My Phone Genie (ITV), The Agency (Visual Abundance) and Le Dejeuner (Infinitum).

Sam is an actor and musician from Nottingham. He trained at East 15 Acting School, graduating in 2020. Since moving to London in 2021, he has been involved in numerous immersive performances, with recent credits including The Crystal Maze Live Experience and Mr Fogg's Murder Mysteries.

Tafadzwa Philip Madubeko

Tafadzwa Phillip Madubeko is a Zimbabwe-born British Actor raised in Newham, London. He attended Identity School of Acting in 2021 having transitioned into Acting from a corporate background. His first Acting debut came in a 2021 short film Power To Make a Change where he played Darnell. This was followed by a period of theatre work in 2022. First in The Manic Monologues playing multiple roles and then performing at Edinburgh and Wanstead Fringes in Dark Comedy A NON-EMERGENCY where he played Adam, an Ambulance Care Assistant. This role led to Tafadzwa signing with his agency RBMACTORS. Tafadzwa has since featured in short film Love Locs, as Marcus, winning, along with his Co-star, the Black Film Summit 2023 Award for Best Ensemble – Short Film.

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• Date 3 Apr , 2022
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THE 'LIFE BEGINS AGAIN’ TOUR

JEFF WAYNE’S MUSICAL VERSION OF

‘THE WAR OF THE WORLDS’ ALIVE ON STAGE!

THE MULTI-AWARD WINNING MASTERPIECE RETURNS IN 2022.

STRICTLY COME DANCING'S KEVIN CLIFTON as The Artilleryman

BLUE'S DUNCAN JAMES as Parson Nathaniel

STEPS' CLAIRE RICHARDS as Beth, The Parson's Wife

INGLORIOUS' NATHAN JAMES as The Voice of Humanity

ANNA MARIE WAYNE as Carrie , The Journalist’s Fiancée

AND THE MOODY BLUES’ JUSTIN HAYWARD as The Sung Thoughts of The Journalist

LIAM NEESON as The Journalist in 3D Holography

Composer JEFF WAYNE Conducting

One of the most trailblazing tours of all time, Jeff Wayne’s Musical Version of ‘The War of The Worlds’ - Alive on Stage! returns to arenas throughout the UK in 2022.

Featuring a stellar cast with Strictly Come Dancing and Stage star Kevin Clifton as The Artilleryman, Blue’s Duncan James as Parson Nathaniel, Steps’ and stage star Claire Richards as Beth, The Parson’s Wife, and returning are Inglorious’ front man Nathan James as The Voice of Humanity,  and Anna-Marie Wayne as Carrie, The Journalist’s Fiancée, PLUS The Moody Blues’ Justin Hayward reprising his original role as The Sung Thoughts of The Journalist.

Liam Neeson retains his role in 3D holography as The Journalist while Jeff Wayne again conducts the 8-piece Black Smoke Band and symphonic ULLAdubULLA Strings.

This is a rescheduled event.  All tickets purchased for previously the advertised date (11th April 2021) remain valid.

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Jeff Wayne's War of the World is coming to London's O2 Arena - how to get tickets

The live spectacular will tour across the UK in 2021

• 14:35, 26 FEB 2020
• Updated 15:30, 26 FEB 2020

Jeff Wayne's War of the Worlds is heading out on a UK tour in 2021.

The live spectacular will come to London's O2 Arena on April 17. There will be a matinée and an evening show in the capital.

Based on HG Wells' novel of the same name, the production will celebrate 15 years since it was first staged in 2021, which has been shown to millions across the globe.

Jeff Wayne will return to conduct the Black Smoke Band and Liam Neeson will repise his 3D hologram role as The Journalist.

New features for the upcoming tour include a giant arched bridge running from the lip of the stage out over the audience to the front of house desk, three panoramic screens with two hours of cutting edge CGI and more.

Audience members can expect bold lighting, pyrotechnics and other out-of-this-world special effects including a ground-breaking levitation effect.

The book has also been adapted into a number of feature films and TV series, including most recently by the BBC for a three-part series which aired in late 2019.

The upcoming tour will also head to Nottingham, Birmingham, Manchester, Brighton and Newcastle.

You can find out how to get tickets below.

How to get tickets

They go on general sale at 9am on Friday March 6 via axs.com.

March 31 - Nottingham, Motorpoint Arena

April 1 - Birmingham, Utilta Arena

April 3 - Cardiff, Motorpoint Arena

April 5 - Brighton Centre

April 6 - Bournemouth, International Centre

April 7 - Bournemouth, International Centre

April 9 - Manchester Arena

April 10 - Glasgow, SSE Hydro

April 11 - Leeds, First Direct Arena

April 13 - Hull, Bonus Arena

April 14 - Liverpool, M&S Bank Arena

April 15 - Newcastle, Utilita Arena

April 17 - London, O2 Arena - matinée show

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Jeff Wayne's Musical Version of The War Of The Worlds will tour the UK in spring 2021.

Following a successful tour of the UK in 2018, the production returns to arenas with Jeff Wayne conducting the nine-piece Black Smoke Band and Liam Neeson reprising his 3D hologram role as the Journalist.

The show has several new features for the 2021 run, including a huge bridge running from the stage out over the audience to the front of house desk, panoramic screens with two hours of CGI footage, plus a new lighting show, pyrotechnics and special effects as well as a cutting-edge levitation effect.

Tickets go on general sale at 9am on March 6.

Jeff Waynes War Of The Worlds Upcoming Tour Dates are as follows

Wed March 31 2021 - NOTTINGHAM Motorpoint Arena Thu April 01 2021 - BIRMINGHAM Arena Birmingham Sat April 03 2021 - CARDIFF Motorpoint Arena Mon April 05 2021 - BRIGHTON Centre Tue April 06 2021 - BOURNEMOUTH BIC Wed April 07 2021 - BOURNEMOUTH BIC Fri April 09 2021 - MANCHESTER Arena Sat April 10 2021 - GLASGOW SSE Hydro Sun April 11 2021 - LEEDS first direct Arena Tue April 13 2021 - HULL Bonus Arena Wed April 14 2021 - LIVERPOOL M&S Bank Arena Thu April 15 2021 - NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE Utilita Arena Sat April 17 2021 - LONDON O2 Arena

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Jeff Wayne's Musical Version of The War of The Worlds is back with a monumental headline show at The O2, taking place on Sunday 20 April 2025.

The tour will again feature an exciting new cast to be announced over the coming months. 

One of the most trailblazing arena tours of all time, Jeff Wayne’s Musical Version of The War of The Worlds (TWOTW) returns with a musical spectacular like none other, with the production remaining a favourite to millions around the world, exciting audiences of all ages. 

In 2006, TWOTW was already considered a cutting-edge production with six trucks filled to the brim. By 2025, marking 19 years of live touring, the production will be up to 12 trucks, with a host of new ingredients and special effects to challenge and excite the senses.

Further details to be announced over the coming months. Jeff Wayne’s Musical Version of The War of The Worlds –a musical experience not to be missed.

Jeff Wayne’s Musical Version of

THE WAR OF THE WORLDS

Based upon the classic science fiction story by HG Wells

Adapted by Doreen Wayne

Composed, arranged, conducted and produced by

Gary Osborne (‘Thunder Child’, ‘The Spirit of Man’, and ‘Brave New World’

Paul Vigrass and Gary Osborne (‘Forever Autumn’)

Jeff Wayne (‘The Eve of The War’ and ‘Life Begins Again’)

The War of The Worlds: Jeff Wayne's musical version of HG Wells’ classic novel ‘The War of The Worlds’ is one of the best-selling musical works of all time. To date it has sold over 16 million records around the world and has been adapted into several foreign language versions.  It has charted in no less than 22 countries, been number 1 in 11 of them and achieved gold or platinum status in all but 5, including 13 times platinum in the UK, 13 times platinum in Australia and 14 times platinum in New Zealand. The double album was re-imagined in 2012, called ‘JWMVofTWOTW: The New Generation’ and featured Liam Neeson, Take That’s Gary Barlow, Joss Stone, Kaiser Chief’s Ricky Wilson and others. The musical work has toured globally since 2006 performing arenas such as London’s O2 and Manchester Arena.  JWMVofTWOTW played an extended Season in 2016 of 86 shows at The Dominion Theatre, London’s West End and released an Audible Original Musical Drama starring Michael Sheen, Taron Egerton, Theo James and Adrian Edmondson in 2018. A multi-award-winning Immersive Experience, originally booked for a 3-month season, is now coming to the end of its 5th  year and has recently been extended for a further 2 years with an updated version set for February 2024.

Jeff Wayne’s Musical Version of TWOTW – The Immersive Experience features VR, AR, holographic performances and live actors, all set to Jeff’s iconic work. 

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One of the most trailblazing tours of all time, Jeff Wayne’s Musical Version of ‘The War of The Worlds’ - Alive on Stage! returns to arenas throughout the UK in 2022.

Featuring a stellar cast with Strictly Come Dancing and Stage star Kevin Clifton as The Artilleryman, Blue’s Duncan James as Parson Nathaniel, Steps’ and stage star Claire Richards as Beth, The Parson’s Wife, and returning are Inglorious’ front man Nathan James as The Voice of Humanity,  and Anna-Marie Wayne as Carrie, The Journalist’s Fiancée, PLUS The Moody Blues’ Justin Hayward reprising his original role as The Sung Thoughts of The Journalist.

Liam Neeson retains his role in 3D holography as The Journalist while Jeff Wayne again conducts the 8-piece Black Smoke Band and symphonic ULLAdubULLA Strings.

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Liam Neeson retains his role in 3D holography as The Journalist while Jeff Wayne again conducts the 8-piece Black Smoke Band and symphonic ULLAdubULLA Strings.

One of the most trailblazing tours of all time, Jeff Wayne 's Musical Version of 'The War of The Worlds' - Alive on Stage! returns to arenas throughout the UK in 2022.

Featuring a stellar cast with Strictly Come Dancing and Stage star Kevin Clifton as The Artilleryman, Blue's Duncan James as Parson Nathaniel, Steps' and stage star Claire Richards as Beth, The Parson's Wife, and returning are Inglorious' front man Nathan James as The Voice of Humanity, and Anna-Marie Wayne as Carrie, The Journalist's Fiancée, PLUS The Moody Blues' Justin Hayward reprising his original role as The Sung Thoughts of The Journalist.

QUOTES FROM CAST AND Jeff Wayne

Claire Richards said: "I am so thrilled to be joining the cast of Jeff Wayne 's The War of The Worlds for their 2022 Arena tour. To be a part of such an iconic production is so exciting, and I'm really looking forward to getting back out on the road next year."

Kevin Clifton said: "I am unbelievably excited to be joining the cast of Jeff Wayne 's The War of The Worlds. In 2022 this particular story could not be more relevant. After so long without live performance, what better experience could there be than this spectacular arena production complete with a full live onstage orchestra and special effects. 'Life Begins Again!' "

Duncan James said: "I have always been a fan of Jeff Wayne and to get to work with such a legend is a dream come true, and I am thrilled to work alongside an incredible cast. I honestly cannot wait to be back on the road and performing again."

Justin Hayward said: "I'm very happy to be back as part of The War of the World's family, this time with Jeff's production 'The Life Begins Again Tour', coming to arenas through March and April, 2022.

Wherever I go in the world, 'Forever Autumn', along with 'Nights in White Satin', is one of the songs that people know and love, and as a singer it's a joy to perform. This production is sure to be spectacular, and the music as wonderful as ever. I'm looking forward to it all very much"

Nathan James said: "I am so excited to be back touring with Jeff Wayne 's Musical Version of The War of The Worlds as The Voice of Humanity. I had so much fun on the last tour and it's a real honour to know Jeff enjoyed my version of "Thunder Child" enough to bring me back again! Last time I couldn't believe my luck and this time is no different. 43 years on and this double album still remains way ahead of its time and is still bringing so much joy. I can't wait to perform this wonderful album again, to feel the heat of the Pyrotechnics on my epic leather coat and to be back in these incredible venues."

Anna-Marie Wayne said: "I am so excited to be returning as Carrie, The Journalist's Fiancée in the 2022 arena tour of Jeff Wayne 's The War of The Worlds. It's been a long road to get back to this point of opening up live entertainment but life truly does "Begin Again!"

Based on HG Wells' dark Victorian tale, The War of The Worlds remains a firm favourite to millions around the world.

In 2006, TWOTW tour was considered a cutting-edge production with 6 trucks filled to the brim. In 2022, marking a momentous 16 years of touring, the production will be up to 12 including a host of new ingredients and special effects that will challenge and excite the senses for audiences of all ages, all set to Jeff's iconic score.

The iconic 3-tonne, 30 foot-tall Martian Fighting Machine firing real-flame Heat Rays at the audience.

The 8-piece Black Smoke Band and the symphonic ULLAdubULLA Strings.

Mixed live in Surround Sound.

Giant bridge from the lip of the stage out and over the audience.

Three panoramic screens featuring over 2-hours of cutting-edge CGI & Video

The incineration of a Cast member.

In Sight and Sound - Callum O'Neil as 'The War of The Worlds' author, HG Wells.

The levitation of Beth, Parson Nathaniel's wife.

PLUS NEW FOR 2022:

The Flaming Man

Other-worldly special effects!

Jeff Wayne said: "Like so many artists whose tours are starting up once again, I'm very privileged to be amongst them, returning with my Musical Version of The War of The Worlds - Alive on Stage.

We've called this tour The Life Begins Again Tour, a name for the times, but coincidentally, it comes from a theme with the same name first heard in my original 1978 double-album, after the Martians succumbed to one particular minuscule thing - Human bacteria that caused the Common Cold.

And in a sneeze, they were gone!

From that moment, people from all over Britain, Mankind began returning to their homes and loved ones - life WAS beginning again.

Let's hope that like HG's Martians, this horrible disease will be permanently defeated, and life will not just begin again, but stay forevermore.

For me, conducting world class artists and musicians surrounded by some of the most exciting technology imaginable, is always pure magic.

And welcome the great talents of Claire Richards, Duncan James , Kevin Clifton , along with returning members, Anna-Marie Wayne and Nathan James plus my friend and the original Sung Thoughts of The Journalist - The Moody Blues' Justin Hayward .

I hope you'll join me and all those who make up The Life Begins Again Tour, as we visit UK arenas in March and April 2022."

Jeff Wayne 'S MUSICAL VERSION OF 'THE WAR OF THE WORLDS' - A SUMMARY

Jeff Wayne 's double album was originally released by CBS Records in 1978 featuring Richard Burton , The Moody Blues' Justin Hayward , David Essex , Chris Thompson and Julie Covington . It has enjoyed huge success and critical acclaim reaching the Top 10 in 22 countries and Number 1 in 11 of them along with two international hit singles 'The Eve of The War' and 'Forever Autumn', selling over 16 million records and spending over 330 weeks in the UK Album Charts to date.

In 2012, the New Generation double album was released featuring a new cast including: Liam Neeson , Take That's Gary Barlow , Joss Stone . Maverick Sabre, Alex Claire and Kaiser Chiefs' Ricky Wilson .

Jeff's Musical Version has won many awards including two UK Ivor Novellos, the US Best Recording in Science Fiction and Fantasy (the judges included Alfred Hitchcock , George Lucas and Steven Spielberg ), as well as winning for Jeff, Classic Rock's 'Showman of The Year' Award following the debut arena tour in 2006.

Jeff Wayne 's Musical Version of 'The War of The Worlds' has grown into a true classic, acquiring new generations of devoted followers since its original release.

In 2016 it was seen at London's Dominion Theatre for an extended Season, a chart-topping 5-hour Audible Audiobook featuring Michael Sheen , Taron Egerton and Theo James .

The 2006 DVD topped the UK Music DVD Charts for 7 consecutive weeks and was seen for a year on Sky Arts TV, with the 2012 DVD also enjoying great success.

In 2019, Jeff Wayne 's The War of The Worlds: The Immersive Experience opened at London's Old Metal Exchange, winning the THEA - the 'Oscar' of the interactive world and 2021's prestigious Travellers Choice TripAdvisor Award.

23 NOTTINGHAM MOTORPOINT ARENA

24 BIRMINGHAM RESORTS WORLD ARENA

26 CARDIFF MOTORPOINT ARENA*

27 BRIGHTON CENTRE

28 BRIGHTON CENTRE

29 BOURNEMOUTH INTERNATIONAL CENTRE

30 BOURNEMOUTH INTERNATIONAL CENTRE

01 MANCHESTER AO ARENA

02 GLASGOW THE SSE HYDRO

03 LEEDS FIRST DIRECT ARENA

05 HULL BONUS ARENA

06 LIVERPOOL M&S ARENA

07 NEWCASTLE UTILITA ARENA

09 LONDON THE O2*

*MATINEE & EVENING SHOWS

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Jeff Wayne's The War of The Worlds is back with a 17-date tour

The show features a range of effects that it takes 12 trucks to put on

• 12:23, 4 DEC 2023
• Updated 12:39, 4 DEC 2023

Jeff Wayne's Musical Version of The War of The Worlds is back with a new 17-date (19 shows) UK and Ireland arena tour, arriving in time to celebrate 130 years since the publication of HG Wells’ dark Victorian tale. Conducted by Jeff Wayne the show features Liam Neeson in 3D holography as The Journalist, who recounts his story of survival from the Martian invasion of 1898.

The tour will feature a new cast to be announced over the coming months. In 2006, TWOTW was considered a cutting-edge production with six trucks filled to the brim. By 2025, marking 19 years of live touring, the production will be up to 12 trucks, with a host of new ingredients and special effects.

Tickets go on sale at 10am, Friday, 8 December at https://myticket.co.uk/artists/jeff-wayne-s-the-war-of-the-worlds and https://www.ticketmaster.co.uk/jeff-wayne-s-musical-version-of-the-war-of-the-worlds-tickets/artist/1130228

Dates Include:

Fri 28 March Hull Connexin Live

Sun 30 March 3Arena Dublin, Ireland

Tue 1 April Aberdeen P&J Live

Wed 02 April Glasgow OVO Hydro

Thu 03 April Leeds First Direct Arena

Sat 05 April Newcastle Utilita Arena

Sun 06 April Manchester Co-op Live

Tue 08 April Sheffield Utilita Arena

Wed 09 April Liverpool M&S Bank Arena

Thu 10 April Nottingham Motorpoint Arena

Sat 12 April Brighton Centre – matinee & evening

Sun 13 April Bournemouth Int Centre

Mon 14 April Bournemouth Int Centre

Wed 16 April Cardiff Utilitia Arena

Thu 17 April Cardiff Utilita Arena

Fri 18 April Birmingham Resorts World Arena

Sun 20 April London The O2 – matinee & evening

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