Lasting three hours, the show features surround-sound, video imagery and a full cast with actors re-enacting the storyline behind each of these albums.

Grammy-nominated Operation: mindcrime was released in 1988, was certified platinum in the US and went on to sell over 1 million copies worldwide.

The album tells the story of Nikki, a junkie who is manipulated by Dr. X into assassinating corrupt public figures, which conflicts with his love for hooker-turned-nun, Sister Mary.

The album has often been compared to the likes of other notable concept albums, such as Pink Floyd's: The Wall and The Who's: Tommy. Operation: mindcrime II is set 20 years later and explores Nikki's life since his release from prison and answers the question "Who Killed Sister Mary?"

The band's Geoff Tate says, "This is the most extensive stage show we have ever put together.

"Working with the actors and creating the different scenes helped us to really tell the story. Between ritualistic execution, working prostitutes, motorcycle crashes and everything in between, we are able to really draw the audience in to the story."

The tour takes in Leeds Uni on June 15 and Manchester Academy on June 17 - and we've a pair of tickets for the latter show to give away.
For a chance to win, just tell us how long the Mindcrime live shows last.

Send answers, together with your name, address and daytime phone number to: Queensrÿche Competition, Number Two,Editorial Department, Derbyshire Times, Station Road, Chesterfield, S41 7XD.

Usual rules apply and winners will have to make their own transport arrangements
For ticket information call 0113 380 1371 (Leeds) or 0870 264 3333 (Manchester).

Tickets for all shows are £22.50, subject to booking fee.
Online booking is via www.livenation.co.uk and www.ticketline.co.uk.

VIP tickets are available for all shows at £60.00 each (plus booking fee). VIP package includes:-

A standing ticket with 15 minutes early entry to the venue.

A meet and greet pass to meet the band after the show.

A one year membership to the Queensrÿche Campaign (includes meet and greet opportunities at all shows, premium seating at all Queensrÿche headlining shows, members only contests, members only message boards where the band posts, online newsletters and members only events attended by the band).

A membership package (includes an autographed 8 x 10 photo of the band, stickers, postcards and other items).