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Time Out
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time Out
Robbie Williams at London's Emirates Stadium: start time, tickets, potential setlist and what you need to know
It's nearly time for you to let Robbie Williams entertain you, in front of a crowd of 60,000 like-minded fans. After a couple of years away from the stage, you can expect big things from this ex-Take That star turned, well, chimpanzee? Following the warm reception of his uniquely anthropomorphic biopic ' Better Man ', Robbie is finally back to doing what he does best: acting up in front of thousands of people. The Britpop tour, named after his upcoming album of the same name, is set to be a romp through his greatest hits, with a bit of Sinatra thrown in for good measure. Here's everything you need to know about Robbie Williams two nights at the Emirates Stadium to ensure you leave thinking 'I Love My Life'. When is Robbie Williams playing Emirates Stadium? Robbie is doing two nights at the Arsenal ground. He'll be playing tomorrow, June 6, and Saturday, June 7. After that, he's heading up north to Manchester before finishing off the UK leg in Bath. What time do doors open? Doors for Robbie Williams' gig tonight will open at 5pm, with the first support act expected to take to the stage at 6pm. What time will Robbie Williams come on stage? It's not been officially stated when you can expect Robbie to make his grand entrance, but based on timings at Murrayfield the other night, the main show will likely begin at around 8:30pm. It's worth being seated, or standing, well before that though, in case timings change or you want to grab a drink. What's the seating plan? If you're wondering where you'll be sitting, you can see the stadium layout below. If you're wondering what your view will be like, you can use the Emirates stadium's 'virtual venue' here to get a sneak peak. Who's supporting Robbie Williams? For his shows in the capital, Robbie will be supported by Manchester band The Lottery Winners, and chart-topping baritone Rag 'n' Bone Man. It's not certain exactly when the support acts will take the stage, but based on the Edinburgh show, it's likely that the Lottery Winners will start sometime around 6pm, and then Rag 'n' Bone Man just after 7pm. Robbie Williams setlist Robbie has only played one night of the Britpop tour so far, so we have a general idea of the songs he's likely to play, but nothing is certain. There is always a chance he'll change things up every night, but don't worry; we're confident he'll always do angels. Here's what the setlist was for the Edinburgh show, including a slightly random medley. If there's one thing Robbie Williams is going to do, it's keep us on our toes. Rocket Let Me Entertain You All My Life / Song 2 / Seven Nation Army / Rim Tim Tagi Dim / I'm Gonna Be (500 Miles) / Minnie the Moocher (The Ho De Ho Song) / Livin' On A Prayer (Singalong Medley) Monsoon Old Before I Die Rock DJ Love My Life Strong The Road to Mandalay Supreme Let Love Be Your Energy / Sexed Up / Candy (with The Lottery Winners) Relight My Fire Something Beautiful Play Video Main Stage Millennium Come Undone Kids She's the One My Way Encore Feel Angels Can you still get tickets? There are still a few tickets left to see Robbie Williams tomorrow and Saturday, starting from £66. The majority of the tickets left, however, are standing, which are a little pricier. General admission starts from £104, while front standing will set you back £220. If you think Robbie's worth it, you can bag your tickets from Ticketmaster here. What's Emirates Stadium's bag policy? Like most stadiums, Emirates only allows bags that are smaller than an A4 sheet of paper. Anything else will either be confiscated, or you will be turned away. In general, the venue advises against bringing a bag if at all possible, and there is no cloakroom to store them in. Banned items 'Do not bring your explosives to the Robbie Williams concert' is a sentence which probably goes without saying, but it's always good to be clear on these things. As well as the obvious (knives, weapons, fireworks and flares, and gas canisters will not be permitted), you are not allowed to bring in any of your own food or drink, except in a soft, 500ml plastic bottle. This includes flasks of hot liquid. Additionally, glass bottles of any kind, including small perfume bottles and similar, are banned. If you're unsure about an item, it's best to leave it at home. If you're unsure but really want to bring it, check here for the full list of prohibited items. Weather forecast The weather for this weekend is looking quite changeable, but showers are set to dry up by 7pm on Friday. On Saturday however, it's looking a bit wetter, so you might want to invest in a poncho. Temperatures will peak at 16 C during the gig on both days, so at least you won't be that cold.
Scottish Sun
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Music superstar slashes ticket prices for only Scottish gig – but you'll need to be quick
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) A WORLDWIDE singing icon has slashed prices to see his only gig in Scotland to a crazy £42.50. The star announced a "surprise seat ticket offer" for his Edinburgh show on May 31 this year. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 2 Robbie announced the price drop for Murrayfield later this month 2 The former Take That star is set to rock Murrayfield at the end of May Credit: News Group Newspapers Ltd Robbie Williams, 51, is set to rock Scottish Gas Murrayfield Stadium and will play his iconic hits like Angels and Feel. An email sent out to fans said: "From 10am on Monday, May 12, for just 72 hours, take a chance on our Robbie Williams Surprise Seat Ticket Offer and see the main man himself live at Scottish Gas Murrayfield Stadium for just £42.50 (all fees included)." The message goes on to explain that if you participate, you will get a randomly assigned seat anywhere in the venue. Originally the cheapest standing ticket was available for £107.50 and the best seats on sale were an eye-watering £179. However, fans now have the opportunity to snap up discounted tickets here for the Edinburgh show, which will kick-off his latest UK tour. But some fans who shelled out a fortune to see the ex-Take That singer were less pleased. One said: 'At one point the standing seats were £180 but they weren't selling. 'I managed to get standing tickets for £100 but it is disappointing that artists cut the price last minute when the fans who bought tickets last year paid more.' He will be supported by Rag 'N' Bone Man and Lottery Winners In the last five years Robbie Williams, who has won a record 18 Brit Awards, has limited his releases to a Christmas album and a greatest hits compilation. Amazing moment Stephen Bunting and Adrian Lewis belt out Robbie Williams' Angels at darts exhibition The price drop for Robbie Williams Murrayfield show this month is in direct contrast to his old foes Oasis. The Manchester Britpop legends sold out three Murrayfield gigs in August in a matter of hours.
BBC News
18-04-2025
- Entertainment
- BBC News
Robbie Williams: Fan photo requests cause 'discomfort'
Robbie Williams has spoken of the "discomfort" he feels when approached by fans for photos and a candid Instagram post, the pop star said he can "mask it well", but in reality, he feels frightened by social interaction and panics every time a stranger approaches singer also revealed that he turned down multiple requests for photos on a recent in the lengthy and nuanced post, he also said he has "gratitude" for people telling him they are fans of his, adding: "This isn't a complaint, it's context." The former Take That singer said that during the domestic flight across the US, one fan handed him a "lovely note" and then asked for a says he wrote a note Williams hits back at ex-Take That managerHow Robbie Williams became a 'therapist' to Lottery WinnersRobbie Williams asks Michelle McManus to duet on tour"I explained I'd been up since 04:30, had two hours' sleep, and wrangled four kids through the airport. I've got bags under my eyes and I'm dealing with anxiety," he wrote."I explained that if they came and took a photo with me, my anxiety would spike - because then the whole cabin would start wondering who I am."He says another fan then asked for a photo, so he wrote a similar note on the back of his plane ticket."As I was writing that one, another passenger walked up and just asked outright for a photo," he said. "I obliged."He said he sees it as "being of service" and that if it makes someone happy, he would do his best to facilitate."Still... I think there needs to be a caveat," he said there was an "unspoken law" that celebrities should be accessible 24/7, and that he should greet all strangers "like you're the mayor of the best town"."But that thinking's off," he said he thought more than 50% of people who approached him couldn't name one of his albums. "They're fans of fame," he said. "But not necessarily of me."He added that if people were actually fans of him, he wanted to hear it."That means a lot. I'll make time. I've got gratitude for that," he he then asked whether there should be a limit on how many people can access you in one day."Every interaction - with strangers or even people I know well - fills me with discomfort," he said."I mask it well. But social interaction still frightens me," he said, adding: "Every time a stranger approaches - and they are strangers - I panic."Williams reiterated that he wasn't complaining, writing: "I'm not moaning. This is a problem I'd rather have than not."He added: "I'm not saying don't ask. You can."What I am saying is: let people be people."Williams, who had a well-documented struggle with depression and substance abuse in his 30s, has spoken in the past about his mental the comments section under his post, people praised him for his openness and honesty."Everyone is entitled to their boundaries," wrote one user."No human is entitled access to another human, famous or not," wrote another. "I think celebrities need to start normalising saying no to fans."If you have been affected by any of the issues raised in this story, information and support can be found at the BBC's Action Line.
