Wearside Wonderland
TAKE THAT TRIBUTE ACT GEAR UP FOR GREATEST DAY AT SUNDERLAND EMPIRE
A Sunderland-based Take That tribute act who’ve entertained audiences around the world say they can’t wait to bring their latest show to their hometown stage.
Paul Waite, who heads up Re-Take That as Gary Barlow, says it’s a dream come true for the band to perform their Wonderland stage show at Sunderland Empire on June 14.
“Our very first show was ten years ago at the Roker Hotel and we never expected it all to take off in the way it has,” explained the singer from Washington.
“Since then we’ve performed all over the world, but it’s taken us ten years to reach the Empire. The show is part of our national tour, but this date is really special for us.”
As well as featuring music from Wonderland, Take That’s most-recent album, the show also goes back through the decades with some of the band’s other hits, and features a section of Robbie’s music.
Emerging acts are also being given their moment in the spotlight, with support slots from Jennison and students from Inspire Stage School, based at Castle View Academy.
Ross Petty, who plays Robbie, said: “This is our show to say thank you for all the local support and to give young people the chance to perform in front of a crowd. As well as performing arts experience, it’s great for their confidence in general.”
Tickets from 0844 871 3022.