King of Waltz Andre Rieu announces extra tour dates

After a record breaking series of 30 sold-out concerts in Sao Paulo, Brazil, Dutch Maestro André Rieu announces an extra concert in Manchester on Thursday December 13 and a third show in Birmingham on Thursday December 20. Tickets are on sale now. Seven concerts of his UK Tour are sold-out.

Known as “The King of Waltz”, André Rieu is one of the best-selling live acts in the world. He has sold over 35 million albums globally, and has broken all classical concert records, packing stadiums and arenas with more than 700,000 adoring fans each year. After last year’s successful UK tour, André Rieu and his Johann Strauss Orchestra will take to the stage with an enchanting new show guaranteed to turn every audience member into a lifelong fan.

Classic BRIT nominee

Rieu’s latest album “And The Waltz Goes On”, on which he collaborated with Academy Award-winning actor Sir Antony Hopkins, is nominated for Classic FM Album Of The Year at the BRIT awards. The ceremony will take place Tuesdaynight at the Royal Albert Hall. André Rieu will perform there with his orchestra and share the stage with artists such as Nicola Benedetti and Andrea Bocelli. It will be televised this sunday, October 7, 10.20 pm on ITV1.

UK/IRELAND TOUR DATES:

December

7 & 12 Glasgow SECC

8 & 9 Dublin The O2

10 Belfast Odyssey Arena

13 & 14 Manchester Manchester Arena

15 Newcastle Upon Tyne Metro Radio Arena

16 & 17 London The O2

18, 19 & 20 Birmingham LG Arena

For complete tour and ticket information visit: Andre Rieu