Anton Du Beke brings Christmas tour to York Barbican

Anton Du Beke, one of the country’s most well-known entertainers, is setting off on a new nationwide tour this Christmas.

The show, Christmas with Anton & Friends, will see Anton joined by singer Lance Ellington, as well as a live band and a company of dancers.

The tour kicks off in Dunfermline on November 24 and will continue throughout UK and Ireland, before heading to York Barbican on Tuesday, December 10.

Anton said: "I’ve always dreamed of doing a big Christmas show as it’s the best time of the year, so this is a real treat for me. It’s the show I’ve always wanted to do with some old faces and some new.

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"I’m returning to some venues I’ve been to before which is always a joy. I’m particularly excited to perform at His Majesty’s Theatre as I’ve never performed there before."

Lance Ellington said: "I’m beyond excited to perform all your favourite songs with my wonderful friend Anton Du Beke! It’s my favourite time of the year and to be sharing it with you all on tour, with a fabulous live band and such a wonderful cast is going to be great fun. Don’t miss your Christmas fix for 2024!”

Anton added: "Don’t forget to bring your voices for a mega singalong… it’s going to be lots of fun and full of Christmas cheer."

Tickets and further information can be found online at https://www.yorkbarbican.co.uk/whats-on/christmas-with-anton-du-beke/