News: Sir Elton John To Return To Australia For ‘All The Hits Tour’
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(AUS) Sir Elton John and his band return to Australia from 5 December as part of his international “All The Hits Tour.” And for the first time outside North America, audiences will see the beautiful 12m wide Chandelier, created by acclaimed Set Designer Mark Fisher, that is the centrepiece for Elton’s stage.
Elton John first performed in Australia on 17 October, 1971 at Subiaco Oval, Perth. Having played 179 concerts across the country to in excess of 1.5 million people, Elton John makes a triumphant return to the country that has welcomed him for many years. As part of this tour Elton John will play at the Qantas Credit Union Arena (formerly Sydney Entertainment Centre) on 19 December which will be the final concert in that arena prior to its scheduled closure. Elton has set a house record for performing in that venue with 45 shows to in excess of 475,000 people.
The tour will feature iconic hits and classic album tracks from throughout his incredible five-decade career, including a selection of songs from his highly acclaimed album, Goodbye Yellow Brick Road, which recently celebrated its 40th anniversary with a Deluxe Edition.
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Elton John’s band includes Nigel Olsson on drums, part of Elton’s original three-piece band, as well as musical director Davey Johnstone (who first recorded with Elton in 1971 and joined the band in a year later) on guitar, Matt Bissonette on bass, John Mahon on percussion, and Kim Bullard on keyboards.
Undeniably one of the most acclaimed and adored artists of all time, Elton’s spectacular stage shows are sought after by audiences worldwide. Since his career began in 1969 Elton has played more than 3,500 concerts in over 80 countries. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to hear one of the world’s greatest pop musicians in spectacular form when Elton John returns to Australia this December.
Elton John fans with Visa Credit, Debit or Prepaid cards can gain access to presale tickets through Visa Entertainment. Advance Elton John tour tickets across all seating categories will be available from 9.00am (local time) Wednesday 6 May until 9.00am (local time) Friday 8 May or until tickets sell out.
All The Hits Tour Dates:
TICKETS FOR ALL SHOWS ON SALE MONDAY 11 MAY at 10AM
HUNTER VALLEY
Saturday 5 December, Hope Estate
TICKETS | 132 849
BRISBANE
Tuesday 8 December, Entertainment Centre
TICKETS | 132 849
MELBOURNE
Friday 11 December, Rod Laver Arena
TICKETS | 132 849
GEELONG
Saturday 12 December, A Day On The Green, Mt Duneed Estate
TICKETS | 136 100
ADELAIDE
Tuesday 15 December, Entertainment Centre
TICKETS | 132 849
SYDNEY
Saturday 19 December, Qantas Credit Union Arena
TICKETS | 132 849
