Sophie Ellis-Bextor is set to light up the UK music scene with her biggest headline tour yet, bringing disco fever to fans across the country in May and June 2025.
Known for her captivating live performances and a career that’s as glittering as a disco ball, Sophie will kick off her tour in Glasgow on 24th May, making stops in 15 cities, including Manchester, Newcastle, Cardiff, and Bristol. The tour will conclude with a grand finale at the iconic Royal Albert Hall in London on 12th June.
Sophie is bubbling with excitement about the upcoming shows, saying, “This year has been full of amazing tour dates around the world, and it has been so much fun. I absolutely love performing live, but it’s always an extra treat to be able to tour at home and I can’t wait to play my biggest dates in the UK yet next May and June. It will be wonderful to bring the disco fun to everyone! Headlining The Royal Albert Hall in London is a bit of a dream and it’s going to be very special.”
Adding to the buzz, Sophie’s new single, ‘Freedom of the Night’, is set to premiere its dazzling video at 6pm tomorrow. This disco-pop anthem marks a confident return to her iconic sound and has fans tapping their feet in anticipation. The video, filmed at the legendary Rivoli Ballroom, promises a nostalgic yet refreshing vibe under the direction of her long-time collaborator, Sophie Muller.
Tickets for this must-see tour will be available through artist and O2 presale at 9am on Wednesday, 30th October, followed by Ticketmaster and venue presales on Thursday, 31st October, and general sales starting at 9am on Friday, 1st November. With such a celebrated career, spanning over 25 years and featuring hits like ‘Murder on the Dancefloor’ and ‘Take Me Home’, Sophie’s shows are guaranteed to be a hit.
Recently, Sophie’s career has seen a resurgence with ‘Murder on the Dancefloor’ making a splash in the charts once more, thanks to its inclusion in the film ‘Saltburn’. The track reached #2 in the UK Singles Chart and became a global streaming sensation, highlighting Sophie’s enduring appeal. Collaborating with industry heavyweights like Biff Stannard, Duck Blackwell, and Chris Greatti on her new single, Sophie is embracing both her musical roots and contemporary influences.
Aside from her solo work, Sophie has dazzled audiences worldwide, supporting legends like Nile Rodgers and appearing at festivals including Glastonbury. Before her headline tour, she’ll be supporting Take That in Australia and The Human League in the UK.
Here are the full dates for Sophie Ellis-Bextor’s 2025 UK headline tour:
May 2025:
- Sat 24th – Glasgow – Armadillo
- Sun 25th – Newcastle – O2 City Hall
- Mon 26th – York – Barbican
- Wed 28th – Nottingham – Royal Concert Hall
- Thurs 29th – Liverpool – Philharmonic Hall
- Sat 31st – Manchester – Apollo
June 2025:
- Sun 1st – Cardiff – Millennium Centre
- Mon 2nd – Birmingham – Symphony Hall
- Wed 4th – Brighton – Dome
- Thurs 5th – Bournemouth – BIC
- Sat 7th – Oxford – New Theatre
- Sun 8th – Bristol – Beacon
- Mon 9th – Plymouth – Theatre Royal
- Wed 11th – Sheffield – City Hall
- Thurs 12th – London – Royal Albert Hall
Don’t miss out on what promises to be an unforgettable showcase of Sophie Ellis-Bextor’s talents, combining her classic hits with new, exciting material.