Jeff Wayne's Musical Version of The War Of The Worlds

EXTRA DATE ADDED - FRIDAY 14TH DECEMBER

On November 18 2011, The New Generation of Jeff Wayne’s Musical Version of The War of The Worlds will be launched featuring a new interpretation of the classic recording, followed by a major international arena tour commencing November 2012, including a date at the BIC on 13 Dec.

Jeff Wayne comments:
“After long consideration, I concluded that for future productions, some of HG Wells’ storylines and characters should be re-explored. It was the hardest decision to make because I knew that with a re-developed storyline, a new Journalist would need to be sought as Richard Burton’s original performance, was finite. But once again I have been fortunate, and have attracted Liam Neeson to these New Generation productions. He has, so-to-speak, been handed the ‘baton’ from Richard Burton, and I believe audiences and listeners alike will find Liam’s interpretation no less compelling.”

Richard was seen in one way. Liam will seen in three:
• As an 11-foot high holographic ‘head and shoulders’
• Within CGI sequences seen on a 100-foot wide “Animation Wall”.
• The most remarkable element, and a world first in live entertainment, will see Liam Neeson appearing full body on stage interacting holographically with the show’s live performers.

Jeff Wayne will again conduct the Black Smoke Band and ULLAdubULLA Strings with musical Guest Artistes to be announced for both the new album and tour.

Jeff Wayne’s double album has enjoyed huge success and critical acclaim across the globe with over 15 million records sold as well as spending over 330 weeks in the UK Album Chart (to date) plus achieving two International hit singles – Forever Autumn and The Eve of The War.

For anyone of any age, this will be a unique double album and exciting arena show, not to be missed!