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BBC News
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- BBC News
Olly Murs 'looking forward' to Norwich city festival slot
Olly Murs says he is looking forward to headlining a new music and circus festival. Rock 'n' Roll Circus will take place from Thursday to Saturday at Earlham Park, Norwich. Over the weekend, Murs will take the stage alongside McFly, Sam Ryder, and Scouting For Girls. "I think it's been 10 years since I've done a show in Norwich, so I'm looking forward to it," he said. The festival, which director Ali O'Reilly says is based on a travelling circus, is also taking place in Sheffield at the end of August. Saturday's headline slot marks 10 years since Murs' last show in Norfolk. "I think I've done quite a few shows in Norwich, from my first theatre tour to Carrow Road with JLS, to Radio 1's Big Weekend... I've done it quite a few times," he said. 'Bit of a joker' Murs, from Witham, Essex, said his family would visit Norfolk on holiday when he was a child. "As I'm from East Anglia, I do feel like it's nice to come home really and do these sorts of gigs... I miss being round that neck of the woods," he said."We used to do staycations, particularly in Great Yarmouth... We used to go there quite a lot. I remember doing Norfolk quite a bit."On the festival, Murs said: "I don't think I'm rock, I don't think I've got any rolls underneath my top at the moment, but I'm a bit of a joker and a bit of a clown."I'm definitely going to bring the entertainment vibe to the circus." The festival will feature performances from internationally known circus acts, and workshops from Norwich's Oak Circus Centre. Ms O'Reilly said: "Norwich has a rich cultural heritage, a proven love for live music... We're really excited to be coming."It's not just a music festival; the circus element is integral to the show." 'Creating a community' Ms O'Reilly said organisers were excited to see the festival come to life in Norwich."Earlham Park is an incredible setting. We were blown away by how beautiful it was and the connections and proximity to the city centre," she said."It's hard launching a new event, in a new location, but how Rock 'n' Roll Circus has been received in Norfolk has been brilliant."We've invested a lot in creating a community in the region and we're excited to bring it back again in 2026, so watch this space." Follow Norfolk news on BBC Sounds, Facebook, Instagram and X.
Yahoo
30-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Huge music megastar announced to headline Sheffield summer festival
A Sheffield summer music festival has announced a major megastar will be headlining this summer. Rock 'n' Roll Circus, which is being held at the city's Don Valley Bowl, has announced a new Friday night headliner. Bryan Adams will be topping the bill on Friday, August 29. Joining Bryan Adams will be Melanie C, Newton Faulkner, Cassyette, Nell Mescal, Somebody's Child, Ashley Singh, Deco, Bethany Grace, Crystal Tides, Femur, The Crookes, Sundress, Charlie Floyd and Alice Ede. You can buy tickets for the fun here. READ MORE: GB News halted for 'breaking news' update as Eamonn Holmes speaks out READ MORE: Yorkshire restaurants win big in Deliveroo Awards with one getting a nod from darts sensation Luke Littler Ali O'Reilly, festival director, said: 'Unfortunately, The Wombats will no longer be playing Friday, August 29 but we are delighted to announce an exciting new act so Friday can go ahead as planned. 'We're incredibly excited to welcome Bryan Adams to Rock 'n' Roll Circus. His catalogue of hits and legendary live performances are the stuff of rock folklore, and having him headline Friday night means fans are in for a real treat.' Rock 'n' Roll Circus is not your average music festival – it's an immersive experience that combines world-class music with jaw-dropping circus acts, gourmet street food, VIP upgrades, and late-night after-parties, all set in the heart of Sheffield at Don Valley. Highlights include: Three stages including the Discovery Stage and BBC Introducing Stage Over 40 artists across the weekend VIP Greggs Area with late-night DJs, posh loos, private bars and merch Circus performances from fire breathers, aerialists, and more Workshops, cocktail bars, and the best food village yet Rock 'n' Roll Circus 2025 line up Wednesday, August 27 – Queens of the Stone Age Thursday, August 28 – Queens of the Stone Age, plus Viagra Boys, Fat Dog, Shame and more Friday, August 29 – Bryan Adams, Melanie C, Newton Faulkner, Cassyette and more Saturday, August 30 – Reverend & The Makers, Dayfever, Groove Armada, Carl Barat, Peter Doherty and more Sunday, August 31 – James, Ocean Colour Scene, Embrace, Cast, Sleeper and more You can find the latest event news in Yorkshire and nearby by visiting our What's On homepage. There you can also find days out guides for things to do across the region. Yorkshire Live has launched Explore Yorkshire, which will look at Yorkshire's unique identity and destinations and celebrate God's Own County for what it is - the best place in the world. Whether you are looking for a day out, a weekend away or to try somewhere new, Explore Yorkshire is here to help. Our brilliant new newsletter will bring all of this content together for you in one place - sign up here to get it direct to your inbox.
