Usher Hall
The Usher Hall is Edinburgh's key venue for visiting national and international orchestras and has been the main venue for the Edinburgh International Festival since 1947.
About Usher Hall
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Since 1896, when Andrew Usher made his historic gift of £100,000 to the City of Edinburgh to found a concert hall, the Usher Hall has become one of the most outstanding concert halls in the world.
Our beautiful Beaux Arts concert hall was completed in 1914 and remains one of Edinburgh 's architectural gems. The much praised acoustics make it one of the best concert halls in Europe with many of the world's finest musicians performing here.
Today the Usher Hall is a centre of excellence embracing the widest range of music and events, including rock, pop, jazz, world, blues, comedy, talks, school concerts, conferences, sponsorship events, ceremonies, lectures and recording sessions.
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Upcoming Events at Usher Hall
Stereophonics
To celebrate the 20th anniversary of their multi-platinum album 'Just Enough Education to Perform' the Stereophonics play some special intimate UK dates including the Usher Hall on 4th December!
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Children’s Classic Concerts: Santa’s Postbox
With plenty of Children's Classic Concerts sparkle, musical magic and seasonal singalongs, Santa's Postbox has got the perfect recipe for an action-packed concert yule never forgot!
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Love Actually In Concert - Film With Live Orchestra
Following a sold out 2019 tour, Love Actually will once again be screened live across the UK with a full orchestra performing its enchanting score – just in time for Christmas!
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Deacon Blue
Deacon Blue will now tour in 2021 and come to the Usher Hall on Wednesday 8th December!
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George Heriot’s School: A Christmas Miracle
George Heriot’s School return to the Usher Hall for their annual Senior School Christmas Concert.
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An Evening With Bruce Dickinson
Legendary Iron Maiden frontman Bruce Dickinson brings his critically acclaimed ‘An Evening With’ spoken word show to the Usher Hall on Friday 10th December!
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Enter Shikari
Enter Shikari have announced a tour of the UK which will come to Edinburgh's Usher Hall on 13th December!
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Bootleg Beatles
With a little help from their own orchestral ensemble, and featuring a special set to mark the 50th anniversary of Let It Be, this show is an absolute must-see for Beatle-maniacs of all ages.
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SCO: Benedetti Plays Mozart
Join violinist Nicola Benedetti and the SCO for a special concert featuring one of the most enduringly popular works in the violin repertoire.
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Del Amitri
Del Amitri have announced their first full UK headline tour since the summer of 2018 which includes a night at the Usher Hall on 17th December!
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Sir Ranulph Fiennes – Living Dangerously
In Living Dangerously, Sir Ranulph Fiennes offers a personal journey through his life, from his early years to the present day. Join him for an inspiring evening at the Usher Hall!
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RSNO Christmas Concert Featuring The Snowman
Enjoy a special showing of the festive classic, The Snowman, on a large screen, accompanied by the RSNO at the Usher Hall!
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A Christmas Wish
The MGA Academy of Performing Arts is delighted to present the return of their annual festive showcase, A Christmas Wish!
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The Xmas Xtravaganza - Shantay You Sleigh
Klub kids and TEG | MJR have teamed to bring the biggest drag Christmas show ever to the UK and it's coming to the Usher Hall on 22nd December!
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Saint Petersburg Classical Ballet - Swan Lake
Having wowed audiences across the UK since 2016, Saint Petersburg Classic Ballet makes its Edinburgh debut at the Usher Hall in December with Swan Lake!
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Saint Petersburg Classical Ballet - Giselle
Saint Petersburg Classic Ballet makes its Edinburgh debut at Usher Hall in December with another spectacular productions - Giselle!
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Scottish Fiddle Orchestra - Hogmanay Celebration
The Scottish Fiddle Orchestra will make a long-awaited return to live indoor performance with a special Hogmanay Celebration at Edinburgh's Usher Hall on Thursday 30th December.
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SCO New Year Gala Concert
Celebrate the arrival of 2022 and a new year of musical adventures with the Scottish Chamber Orchestra and vibrant young Prague-born conductor Jiří Rožeň.
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Edinburgh Royal Choral Union 134th Annual New Year Messiah
Start the new year in time-honoured tradition with the Edinburgh Royal Choral Union for its 134th performance of Messiah on Monday 3rd January 2022.
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The Music of Prince
Formerly known as Purple Rain, come celebrate the life, legacy and The Music of Prince when 'The Music Of Prince' show comes to the Usher Hall Edinburgh on 6th January!
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Bowie Experience
Bowie Experience is a breathtaking concert celebrating the music of the world’s greatest pop icon, David Bowie.
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Believe - The Cher Songbook
Join us at the Usher Hall for a stunning concert as we turn back time and celebrate the Goddess of Pop, Cher!
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No Such Thing As A Fish - QI Podcast Live
The UK’s top podcast, No Such Thing As A Fish, is back on the road, with its first tour since 2019! Catch it at the Usher Hall on 14th January!
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The Elvis Years - The Story of the King
The Elvis Years is an outstanding musical production which brings to the stage the incredible and compelling story of the ‘king of rock and roll’ - Elvis Presley.
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From The Jam + The Selecter
From The Jam are bringing their 'Sound Affects' 40th Anniversary tour to the Usher Hall on Friday 28th January featuring special guests The Selecter!
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The Johnny Cash Roadshow
The Johnny Cash Roadshow is back on top form for 2022 with a brand new show. Catch it at The Usher Hall in January!
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Belle & Sebastian
Scottish indie-pop legends, Belle and Sebastian have confirmed a brand new tour taking place in early 2022! Don't miss them live at Edinburgh's Usher Hall on 1st February!
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Scottish Chamber Orchestra: Grosvenor Plays Liszt
Electrifying British pianist Benjamin Grosvenor joins Principal Conductor Maxim Emelyanychev to tackle the breathtakingly virtuosic challenges of Liszt’s first piano concerto.
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Steven Osborne Plays Beethoven
Steven Osborne is the pianist, and RSNO’s leader Sharon Roffmann is the guiding spirit, in this concert at the Usher Hall that celebrates the sheer joy of making music with friends!
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RuPaul’s Drag Race UK: The Official Tour
The finalists of RuPaul's Drag Race UK Season 2 are heading out for the UK's biggest ever RuPaul tour! Catch them at the Usher Hall, Edinburgh on Saturday 5th February!
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The Musical Box: A Genesis Extravaganza
The Musical Box, the only group in the world granted a licence from Peter Gabriel and Genesis, will recreate in its entirety, the original 1975 performance.
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Sasha Velour
Smoke & Mirrors, Sasha Velour's first one-queen theatre tour, is an effortless blend of drag, visual art and magic, catch it at the Usher Hall on February 10th!
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Party like Gatsby - Soirée Royale
More immersive and more roaring than ever before; the world’s biggest 1920s experience returns with a brand new show; the ‘Soirée Royale’ tour. Catch it at the Usher Hall on 12th February!
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Toy Story - Film with Live Orchestra
Disney and Pixar’s “Toy Story” will be presented live in concert for the first time in the UK in 2022 with a nationwide tour. Catch it at the Usher Hall on Wednesday 16th February!
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Queen Extravaganza
Queen Extravaganza, the official Queen tribute band produced by Roger Taylor and Brian May, return to the UK in 2022 and the tour comes to the Usher Hall on 17th February!
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Søndergård Conducts Rachmaninov Two
Patricia Kopatchinskaja is a violinist who pushes the boundaries– and when she plays Stravinsky’s brilliant, ferociously difficult Violin Concerto, you’ll hear why!
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Magic of Motown - POSTPONED
Celebrating 60 magical years of Motown, immerse yourself in the sound of a generation as The Magic of Motown returns to the stage at the Usher Hall!
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Elgar’s Enigma Variations
Sir Andrew Davis conducts Vaughan Williams’ vast symphonic panorama and Elgar’s hugely popular Enigma Variations at the Usher Hall on Friday 25th February!
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Big Girls Don’t Cry
Come and experience the iconic sounds of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons authentically recreated by a phenomenal cast and live band at the Usher Hall!
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Midge Ure: The Voice & Visions Tour
Midge Ure & Band Electronica are delighted to return to the road in 2022 with the 'Voice & Visions' tour! Catch them live at Edinburgh's Usher Hall on March 3rd!
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Sheku Kanneh-Mason Plays Shostakovich
The extraordinary talented Sheku Kanneh-Mason performs Shostakovich’s brooding Second Cello Concerto at the Usher Hall on Friday 4th March.
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James Martin Live
Celebrity chef James Martin is hitting the road with a brand-new tour for 2022 and stops off at the Usher Hall on Thursday 10th March.
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Romantic Rachmaninov
Join the Royal Scottish National Orchestra at the Usher Hall on Friday 18th March as pianist Lise de la Salle dives deep into the dark, tender heart of the world’s favourite piano concerto!
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Anton and Erin - Showtime
Anton Du Beke and Erin Boag, the nation's favourite ballroom couple, bring their brand new tour to Edinburgh's Usher Hall on Saturday 19th March 2022!
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Randy Newman
Randy Newman has announced a series of international ‘An Evening With Randy Newman’ tour dates for 2022 and comes to the Usher Hall on 20th March!
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Ansell’s Les Musicals
Come and immerse yourself into the world of Musical Theatre with classics from Les Miserables, Phantom Of The Opera, Wicked, Jesus Christ Superstar, The Greatest Showman and many more…
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Barbara Dickson In Concert
Multi million selling recording artist Barbara Dickson along with her accomplished band returns to Edinburgh's Usher Hall!
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Scottish Chamber Orchestra: Handel’s Messiah
Expect a fresh new vision of this much-loved work, as SCO Principal Conductor Maxim Emelyanychev directs from the harpsichord, alongside a stunning quartet of international vocal soloists!
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Future Islands
The Usher Hall is delighted to welcome back Future Islands after their last sell-out concert in 2018.
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Steve Backshall - Ocean
Steve Backshall will be bringing the sea to the Usher Hall Edinburgh next Spring with his brand-new stage show Ocean, promising to make a splash with audiences of all ages!
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Jack Savoretti
Jack Savoretti is back with a wonderful new album, 'Europiana' and a UK tour which will stop off at Edinburgh's Usher Hall on 5th April!
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James Morrison
James Morrison, the Brit Award winning “You Give Me Something” singer, will be headed to the Usher Hall on Friday 8th April!
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Tash Sultana
Tash Sultana has been dubbed one of the hardest working music exports in Australia and she is coming to the Usher Hall on Saturday 9th April!
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Paul Weller
Paul Weller is coming to the Usher Hall on 13th April 2022 as part of his UK and Ireland tour.
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The Magical Music of Harry Potter
Witches, wizards and muggles alike are sure to enjoy this spectacular concert showcasing the music from the magical world of Harry Potter at the Usher Hall on April 14th!
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Shostakovich Spectacular
RSNO Conductor James Conlan explores the many faces of a 20th Century genius with a Shostakovich Spectacular at the Usher Hall on Friday 22nd April!
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Diversity - Connected 2022
After nine sell out UK tours, Diversity have announced one of their biggest UK tours to date including a night at The Usher Hall.
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The Divine Comedy
The Divine Comedy have announced a 2022 UK tour in support of new album, Charmed Life, which includes a night at the Usher Hall, Edinburgh on 27th April!
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Scottish Chamber Orchestra: Beethoven’s Sixth
Dazzling Portuguese-born conductor Joana Carneiro makes a welcome return for Beethoven's moving tribute to the joys of nature at the Usher Hall, Edinburgh on 28th April!
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Søndergård Conducts Alpine Symphony
Musicians from the RCS join forces with Thomas Søndergård and the RSNO on a musical adventure that takes in waterfalls, glaciers and breath-taking views!
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Scott Bradlee’s Postmodern Jukebox
To usher in the upcoming Twenty-Twenties, famed time-twisting musical collective Postmodern Jukebox will circumnavigate the globe in 2022 on their 'Welcome to the Twenties 2.0 Tour'.
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The Good, The Bad & The Rugby
James and Mike from The Good, The Bad And The Rugby on a Live tour and come to the Usher Hall in May. Joining them will be their podcast co-host, former Sky Sports’ rugby presenter Alex Payne.
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Nick Mason’s Saucerful of Secrets - The Echoes Tour
Nick Mason’s Saucerful Of Secrets have announced their largest UK and Ireland tour to date and will be stopping off at the Usher Hall on 4th May 2022!
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Rumours of Fleetwood Mac
Rumours of Fleetwood Mac, the world’s finest tribute to Fleetwood Mac, returns to the stage in 2022 with a brand new show celebrating the very best of Fleetwood Mac and brings it to the Usher Hall!
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Rock the Opera
The mesmerizing symphonic rock show: Rock the Opera, is coming for the first time to Edinburgh's legendary Usher Hall on 7th May 2022!
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Test Match Special
Join Test Match Special and Ashes stars Phil Tufnell and Michael Vaughan as they take you inside the famous TMS commentary box!
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Scottish Chamber Orchestra: Maxim’s Firebird
Join the Orchestra for a resplendent close to the spring live concert season as Principal Conductor Maxim Emelyanychev directs Stravinsky at his most lavish and opulent.
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Bianca Del Rio
Comedy queen and RuPaul's Drag Race champion Bianca Del Rio announces dates in the UK on her Unsanitized comedy tour including a night at the Usher Hall, Edinburgh on 17th May!
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Gershwin & Rachmaninov
Big-band glamour meets the Russian soul in Rachmaninov's fabulous Third Symphony... if you've never heard it, you'll soon wonder why!
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Steve Steinman’s Anything For Love - The Meat Loaf Story
The highly acclaimed Steve Steinman brings you his brand-new production featuring over 25 of Meat Loaf and Jim Steinman’s greatest hits.
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Tony Hadley
Celebrating four decades since Tony first released music with his former band Spandau Ballet, this tour coming to the Usher Hall, will see Tony perform with his band ‘The Fabulous TH Band’.
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Lorde - The Solar Power Tour
Lorde - The Solar Power Tour comes to the Usher Hall Edinburgh on Thursday 26th May - the only Scottish Date!
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Nicola Benedetti Plays Simpson
Don't miss Mark Simpson's flamboyant new Violin Concert performed by the one and only Nicola Benedetti alongside Berlioz' fantastic masterpiece at the Usher Hall!
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John McLaughlin & the 4th Dimension
John McLaughlin is on a European tour in 2022 with his band 'The 4th Dimension' and it includes a date at the Usher Hall on 31st May!
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Paloma Faith
Paloma Faith has announced a UK tour for 20221, catch her live at the Usher Hall Edinburgh on 2nd June!
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Søndergård Conducts Beethoven Nine
Thomas Søndergård conducts the RSNO and RSNO Chorus and introduces a magical new flute concerto from 21st century Scotland.
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Mavis Staples
Mavis Staples, hailed by NPR as “one of America’s defining voices of freedom and peace”, brings her UK tour to the Usher Hall on 14th June 2022.
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Dionne Warwick
Legendary six-time Grammy Award-winning recording artist Dionne Warwick will bring her Farewell Tour to the Usher Hall on 15th June 2022.
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Here Come The Boys
Here Come the Boys returns with three Strictly dance superstars, a brand-new cast and a brand-new dazzling production in 2022.
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Fran Lebowitz
Fran Lebowitz, the star of Netflix’s Pretend It’s A City, will be live in conversation at the Usher Hall Edinburgh on Sunday 26th June 2022. Do not miss it!
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Leon Bridges
Grammy Award-winning R&B recording artist and songwriter Leon Bridges brings his Gold-Diggers Sound tour to the Usher Hall on Monday 27th June!
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St. Vincent
St. Vincent has announced a run of European dates for the summer of 2022 and comes to the Usher Hall on June 28th!
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The Tabernacle Choir and Orchestra at Temple Square
The Tabernacle Choir and Orchestra at Temple Square are on tour and will visit Edinburgh on the 1st July 2022!
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An Evening with David Sedaris
David Sedaris will take An Evening With David Sedaris across the UK and Ireland in summer 2022. Catch him live at the Usher Hall on Sunday 10th July!
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And In The End
The Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra and The Bootleg Beatles bring a celebration of 50 years of Abbey Road and Let It Be to the Usher Hall on Friday 16th July 2021!
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Queen Machine Symphonic feat Kerry Ellis
The music of rock legends Queen is to be celebrated like never before as West End leading lady Kerry Ellis joins Scandinavian tribute stars Queen Machine for a fully orchestrated UK tour!
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Essential 80’s Featuring Paul Young
Essential 80’s brings the very best live compilation of chart topping 80’s artists to the Usher Hall stage this September for a nostalgic tour of everyone’s favourites!
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Don McLean
Don McLean - Mr 'American Pie' – is coming to the Usher Hall Edinburgh on his UK tour to celebrate 50 years of his huge hit single and remarkable, enduring music career!
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Pink Martini - Silver Jubilee Tour
Pink Martini will celebrate an incredible 25 years since they first began with a very special Silver Jubilee Tour and come to the Usher Hall in October 2022.
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Will Young
Will Young has announced his 20th anniversary tour across the UK in 2022 including a night at the Usher Hall Edinburgh on Sunday 16th October!
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Whitney Queen of the Night
Direct from The West End, experience the ultimate Whitney Houston tribute show as it tours across the UK and stops off at the Usher Hall on 25th October 2022!
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Ladysmith Black Mambazo
Join Ladysmith Black Mambazo as they celebrate the life and music of their founder Joseph Shabalala in this concert at the Usher Hall on 2nd November 2022!
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Paul Hollywood
Great British Bake Off star Paul Hollywood is hitting the road with a brand-new tour for 2022. Catch him at the Usher Hall on Saturday 12th November!
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Belinda Carlisle - The Decades Tour
Belinda Carlisle embarks on a 16-date UK tour in winter 2023 to mark 35 years as a solo artist and stops off at the Usher Hall on Saturday 18th February!
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