Gigs
The Rifles
A glorious fusion of all things indie, The Rifles join us in their 20th year as a band for a fully electrified Leadmill headline set for the ages.
The December Flowers: Album launch
The December Flowers album launch gig with Banjo Jen and The Burner Band.
The Rezillos
The Rezillos are back at The Leadmill in February for a Saturday night boogy. The Rezillos are a punk/new wave band formed in Edinburgh, Scotland, in 1976. Their independent debut single: ‘I Can’t Stand My Baby’ shot them to underground fame initially via airings on the radio show of BBC Radio 1’s John Peel.
Pretty Vacant - The Story of Punk and New Wave
Not many musical explosions define a generation and change music for ever. There was Rock and Roll in 1956, Beatlemania in 1963, Flower Power in 1967, The birth of Rock in 1970 and then there was… Punk and New Wave.
Kenny Thomas
A Valentine’s Day to remember – soul sensation Kenny Thomas brings chart classics to Sheffield for an intimate all-standing club show at The Leadmill.
Queen Extravaganza
Queen Extravaganza, the only official Queen tribute band, produced by Roger Taylor and Brian May, brings its own ‘kind of magic’ back into venues around the UK and Ireland in 2025 with a triumphant celebration of 50 years of Bohemian Rhapsody.
The Chicago Blues Brothers
As seen at the Adelphi theatre and the Savoy theatre in London’s West End, The Chicago Blues Brothers have put the band back together to bring you their Respect greatest hit’s tour.
Hello Again Neil Diamond
Celebrating 60 Diamond Years, the smash hit show Hello Again is back in 2025 with a brand-new, mind-blowing production of the World’s Greatest celebration and tribute to the life and work of Neil Diamond.
Squid
Experimental post-punk outfit Squid are back with a bang, and a long-awaited third album in tow – an essential live act whether you’ve seen them before or not!
Lady Maisery With O’Hooley and Tidow
Come and celebrate International Women’s Day this year with a unique concert from two of the English folk scene’s best acts! Power trio Lady Maisery and boundless songwriters O’Hooley & Tidow join forces again (at long last) for the first time since their much loved annual collaboration as supergroup COVEN.
Tap Factory
Tap Factory is thrilled to make its return to the UK with its 10th Anniversary Tour! Prepare to be captivated as eight extraordinary male performers deliver a sensational blend of dance, acrobatics, music, and comedy, creating a show that appeals to audiences of all ages.
Elchin Shirinov Trio
Experience the fusion of contemporary jazz and Azerbaijani folk music through the original compositions of acclaimed pianist Elchin Shirinov, whose innovative style and virtuosic piano skills have earned him international recognition.
Jack Savoretti
Over the years Jack Savoretti has taken the male singer songwriter genre in a direction entirely his own. As he has evolved from the guitar picking troubadour early on in his career to more recently the chart-topping arena selling crooner, he manages to avoid every pigeon-hole thrown in his direction.
Femur
Femur play their biggest show to date when they headline The Leadmill on Friday 28th February 2025!
Northern Soul & Motown night
Come and have a great night and help raise funds for St. Luke's Hospice Sheffield at this evening of Northern Soul and Motown.
Quarks And Quonstellations
In a change to the previous listing of Quarks And Quonstellations, this evening's programme will feature a performance from the striking vocal ensemble, The Midsommars. Along with Lofter and Duncan Parsons, this mini festival will celebrate the wonder of small things, the patterns all around us, and the words and music that binds us together in communities.
Repeater #4: Dearthworms, Shoun Shoun, Electric Tape Recorder & Ernie K. Fegg
Sheffield, Berlin/Bristol and Stoke-Upon-Trent have kindly lent us their favourite sons and daughters for an epic evening of bizarre sonic chaos and unflinching dirty degenerate soundscapes.
Secret Affair
Frontrunners of the mod revival since their formation in 1978, Secret Affair bring guitar-loaded classics back to The Leadmill this February.
Boyzlife
There are few acts that accomplished the level of success that Boyzone and Westlife respectively achieved as two of the defining groups of 90s and 00s boyband era, with an incredible 21+ UK No.1 singles and countless millions of audience members performed to worldwide.
Doves
Over 15 years on from their last Sheffield headline show, inimitable indie rockers Doves are back for a very special Leadmill show next March.
Alison Moyet
How time flies. It’s been 40 years since Alison Moyet stepped out of Yazoo and fired up a solo career with her #1 debut album ‘Alf’ and Top 10 hits ‘Love Resurrection’ and ‘All Cried Out’.
Paul Heaton (Early show )
The legendary Paul Heaton presents new tunes and certified classics with stripped-back arrangements at The Leadmill next March, with special guest co-singer Rianne Downey.
Paul Heaton (Late show )
The legendary Paul Heaton presents new tunes and certified classics with stripped-back arrangements at The Leadmill next March, with special guest co-singer Rianne Downey.
Gareth Lockrane Quintet
Flautist Gareth Lockrane, one of the UK’s most celebrated jazz musicians, leads a band of top musicians, who are all long-time collaborators of his.
Nick Battle
Where better to hear stories than a theatre, and Nick Battle has plenty to tell - musician, PR, A&R, publisher, Nick has worked Cliff Richard, Take That, the Spice Girls and more.
The Wildhearts
For three decades The Wildhearts have remained at the forefront of the British rock scene. From their classic début album Earth Vs The Wildhearts, through to 2007’s Geordie in Wonderland their creative output and legendary live shows have been second to none.
Luther Live
The World’s premier show in celebration of ‘The Velvet Voice’ experience all the hits from his amazing career, culminating over 40 million album sales and eight Grammy awards including many of the greatest dance anthems and love songs ever written, fronted by international Luther Vandross tribute Harry Cambridge and his 10-piece band.
Hejira – Celebrating Joni Mitchell
Hejira, a band of experienced jazz musicians who celebrate the work of singer/songwriter Joni Mitchell, mostly from the late ‘70s, put their own stamp on the material whilst remaining true to the spirit of the originals.
Matt Goss - The Hits & More
From the award-winning musician who bought you ‘When Will I Be Famous’, Matt Goss ‘The New King of Las Vegas’ will embark upon a brand-new tour for 2025. Matt Goss: The Hits & More will be a celebration of all Matt has achieved in his music career and beyond.
Death of Guitar Pop
Unstoppable Essex ska duo Death of Guitar Pop return for a long overdue Sheffield knees up at The Leadmill in March.
Beans on Toast
Festival fave and antifolk hero Beans on Toast is back once again for what is sure to be another evening packed with rousing singalongs and stories.
Hot 8 Brass Band
Transcending genres and trends, Hot 8 have performed and collaborated with the likes of Jon Batiste, Blind Boys of Alabama, Basement Jaxx and Alice Russell, and provided live support for Mos Def, Lauryn Hill and Mary J Blige.
The Waeve
Graham Coxon and Rose Elinor Dougal (better known as The Waeve) bring their intoxicating art-rock soundscapes to the Leadmill's Steel Stage for a super intimate performance in March.
Seven Drunken Nights - The Story of The Dubliners
Direct from the West End and having sold out venues worldwide, Seven Drunken Nights-The Story of the Dubliners returns to theatres in 2025.
Chris Brain
The Lantern Theatre are so pleased to be welcoming back the acoustic delight of Chris Brain following his fabulous appearance in March 2024, and other appearances down the road at Cafe#9.
Will Varley
Will Varley reappears at The Leadmill when he brings his soulful voice and gentle guitar vibes on 25th March 2025.
China Crisis
Synthpop icons China Crisis make their Leadmill debut in 2025, showcasing chart classics and fan favourites from their 45+ year career.
David Gray - Past & Present
David Gray’s story is unlike any other. He spent almost a decade striving to make a breakthrough, and when it happened it did so in the biggest way imaginable as White Ladder became one of the best-selling British albums of recent decades and established him as an arena-filling artist.
Billy Marrows & Grande Família
This gig is a rare chance to hear Billy Marrows and his 12-piece chamber jazz group Grande Família play music from their critically acclaimed debut album ‘Penelope’.
Gareth Gates Sings Love Songs from The Movies
Renowned singer and entertainer Gareth Gates is set to captivate audiences with his latest show, Gareth Gates Sings Love Songs from the Movies.
Heather Findlay
Heather Findlay burst upon the musical scene in 1997 with Mostly Autumn, staying with them for 13 years, as well as having side projects such as Odin Dragonfly. A solo artist since 2010, she has continued to experiment with different band formats, including recent work with The Bee Tellers.
The Lilacs
From Wigan with love, The Lilacs make the step up into The Leadmill main room exactly one year after selling out the Steel Stage in March 2024.
Louis Dunford
Having just announced his debut album, ‘Be Lucky,’ Louis Dunford has announced his biggest headline tour to date and he will return to The Leadmill as part of it!
Ocean Colour Scene
Ocean Colour Scene’s rip-roaring live shows have long been one of the most extraordinary sights in modern rock - communal outpourings of hope and joy which boast the most life-affirming sing-a-longs you’ll ever hear.
Pete Roth Trio
Pete Roth Trio started as a rehearsal band, something for some friends to explore the edges of “interactive music” - towards the more experimental end of Jazz. They've now left the rehearsal room, blinking in the sunlight, ready to bring new music to those wanting to hear it.
Del Scott Miller
Del Scott Miller has been part of the Barnsley and Sheffield music scene for a couple of decades, and yet somehow he's never played at The Lantern. This oversight will now be corrected!
Songs from Stage and Screen
CODA is an award-winning touring company celebrated for its exceptional performances of the most beloved songs from both the West End and Broadway stages.
October Drift
Alt-rock masters October Drift are revered for their unreal live shows – they treat us to yet another classic evening at The Leadmill next April.
Gabrielle
After selling-out all 32 nights during last year’s ‘30 Years of Dreaming’ tour, Gabrielle now announces an even bigger run of shows for 2025.
Cirque de Celine
After a sold out tour across the UK and Europe in 2023, Celine- My Heart Will Go On is back for 2024, bigger and better than ever. The concert is a stunning celebration of the music of one of the greatest singers of our time.
Thestival 2025
Thestival is back and brighter than ever! Coming to Sheffield’s Lantern Theatre in April 2025! Since its 2013 start as a student showcase, it’s been reinvented into a two-day celebration of musicals, comedy, drama, and creative debuts.
Brooke Combe
Soul sensation on the rise Brooke Combe brings her stunning R&B sound to the Leadmill this April for her biggest Sheffield headline to date.
Smallprint
Quickly-rising local indie four-piece, Smallprint, play at The Leadmill for their biggest headline show to date in April!
Georgia Mancio & Alan Broadbent
Multi-award-winning vocalist/lyricist Georgia Mancio and double Grammy-winning pianist/composer Alan Broadbent present songs from their new album ‘A Story Left Untold’, alongside gems from their 40 strong back catalogues.
Martin Kemp: Back to the 80s
Spandau Ballet bassist, Eastenders star and DJ extraordinaire Martin Kemp brings his unbeatable 80s disco back to The Leadmill next April.
Freddie Halkon
A meteoric rise for local lad Freddie Halkon from support to sold out Steel Stage, he tops off his massive UK tour with a huge main room headline show next year.
Phazed Out Festival 2025
Celebrating Hardcore & Alternative, Phazed Out debuts in Sheffield on May 3rd 2025.The bank holiday event will take over all three rooms at Network for a day of non-stop movement and killer energy.
The Music of Zimmer vs Williams
The Manchester Concert Orchestra, conducted by Robert Emery, will perform epic scores celebrating two of the greatest film music composers of all time.
Misha Mullov-Abbado Group
Acclaimed bassist Misha Mullov-Abbado, who is also a prolific composer and arranger, leads his regular group featuring some of the most sought-after young musicians in London
The Waterboys
The Waterboys have been led by Scottish singer and guitarist Mike Scott since the 1980s and have evolved through countless line-ups, winning a fearsome concert reputation along the way.
Celebrate the Legends of Folk, Roots & Americana with Julia Waldron & The Orchestrators
Come along for an unforgettable evening of folk, roots, and Americana music as Julia Waldron & The Orchestrators once again grace the stage at The Lantern in Sheffield.
Miss Americana - A Tribute to Taylor Swift
Step into the unparalleled world of Taylor Swift and her Eras experience in this electrifying show featuring the incredible Xenna. A celebration of the iconic pop sensation's music, style, and unrivalled stage presence.
Olly Murs
Fresh from his nationwide tour as special guest to Take That earlier this year, Olly Murs has announced a massive UK Arena tour for next Spring. Get ready to party with a set that features all the hits and more!
Bradley Simpson
Frontman of leading pop outfit The Vamps, Bradley Simpson is now channelling his star power into his debut solo album ‘The Panic Years’, is destined to establish him as one of the UK’s most exciting new global artists.
Ivo Neame Trio
Multi-award-winning pianist Ivo Neame, one of a handful of musician/composers who are redefining the sound of British jazz, leads his trio, featuring two of the finest UK-based jazz instrumentalists,.
Gary Barlow - Songbook Tour
The Songbook Tour 2025, will see Gary play 41 dates around the UK, including two nights here in Sheffield on 19 & 20 May, giving his fans a unique opportunity to see him perform his biggest hits in an intimate setting.
Hawkwind - There is no Space for us
Legendary space rock pioneers Hawkwind will return to UK stages in Spring 2025, touring in support of their current studio album ‘Stories From Time And Space' out on Cherry Red Records.
Kylie Minogue - The Tension Tour
Kylie today announces her highly anticipated ‘Tension Tour’ for 2025, which will see the global icon perform at Utilita Arena Sheffield on Friday 23 May 2025 and is set to be Kylie’s biggest tour since 2011.
Magic of Motown
The Magic of Motown has been seen by over one million people and it is no surprise that this show is one of the biggest success stories in British theatre history.
Rumours of Fleetwood Mac 2025
Channelling the spirit of Fleetwood Mac at their very best, Rumours of Fleetwood Mac offers a unique opportunity for fans, both old and new, to rediscover the songs and performances that have ensured Fleetwood Mac’s place as one of the most loved groups of all time.
Holly Johnson - 40th Anniversary of Welcome To The Pleasuredome
Music legend and global LGBTQ+ icon Holly Johnson has announced 3 extra dates to his Welcome To The Pleasuredome 40th Anniversary Tour. The tour will celebrate 4 decades since the iconic debut album by Frankie Goes to Hollywood and now includes a new date in Sheffield.
Collabro
Collabro are back to celebrate the 11th anniversary of their historic Britain's Got Talent win! Join Jamie, Matt, Michael and Tom for their annual reunion as they blend their voices together, once more, to give you soaring harmonies, hilarious stories, and all your favourite songs!
Sheffield Sausage and Cider Festival
The Sausage and Cider Festival will be returning to Sheffield for a huge outdoor festival hosted in Don Valley Bowl on Saturday 7 June, bringing together great food, refreshing drinks, and live entertainment.
Lionel Richie
International superstar Lionel Richie has announced a UK and European headline tour with ‘Say Hello To The Hits’ arriving at Utilita Arena Sheffield for the only date in Yorkshire on Sunday 8 June 2025.
Summer in Nashville - Sheffield
Time to don the Cowboy boots and Stetson as Nashville arrives in Sheffield for the first time ever, with a huge lineup of music, games and food on Sunday 8 June 2025.
Hothouse Flowers
Irish pop-rock icons Hothouse Flowers haven’t visited Sheffield in decades, soon to be fixed as they join us at The Leadmill for an intimate standing show next June.
Sophie Ellis-Bextor
Sophie Ellis-Bextor has announced her biggest ever UK headline tour in May and June 2025. Kicking off in Glasgow on 24th May and taking in 15-cities in total including Sheffield, Newcastle, Cardiff and Bristol, the tour culminates at the prestigious Royal Albert Hall in London.
Killer Queen - A Tribute to Queen
Killer Queen have been performing their tribute to Queen’s concert since 1993. Their expert musicianship, extraordinary energy and accurate portrayal of the world’s greatest live band have rightfully earned Killer Queen the title of Queen tribute royalty.
King Creosote
A raw, powerful show fusing numerous genres with his singular song writing, King Creosote joins us for an intimate all-seated performance.
Legend: The Music of Bob Marley
Legend, The Music of Bob Marley is an unforgettable evening celebrating this musical icon in one fantastic stage show extravaganza. Combining his superb, distinctive vocals with flawless musicianship, and a supremely talented cast.
Rob Lamberti - Perfectly George
Featuring the incredible voice of Rob Lamberti, this show has wowed audiences around the country and Europe and lifted them to their feet, in a dynamic show that tactfully and appropriately celebrates the career of one of the most gifted performers of a generation.
SPACE Blood & Bubblegum Tour
The legendary Liverpool band Space is set to bring their explosive live show to Sheffield on Saturday, 28th June 2025.
The Illegal Eagles
Celebrating over 50 years since the formation of the legendary West Coast Country Rock band The Eagles in 1971, The Illegal Eagles make a welcome return with a brand new production, promising more of their trademark musical prowess, acute attention to detail and incredible showmanship.
Powercut 2025
A charming summer’s evening of candlelight, unplugged music and art.
Dave Bainbridge & Sally Minnear
Dave Bainbridge and Sally Minnear return again to The Lantern. It's almost a residency! Their previous visits have been full of fabulous music and good humour. 2024 saw them introduce a Gentle Giant song into the repertoire – who knows what 2025 will bring!
90s Fest Weekender - Sheffield
The UK's biggest 90's Festival returns to Sheffield's Don Valley Bowl once again, this time for a full weekend of nostalgic partying 12 - 13 July 2025.
Bassfest 2025
Bringing some of the biggest names in bass for another weekend of high-octane partying, Bassfest returns to Sheffield's Don Valley Bowl 19 - 20 July.
Tramlines 2025
Sheffield’s biggest party! Tramlines returns to Hillsborough Park 25 - 27 July for their 17th edition.
Public Image Ltd
Post-punk trailblazers Public Image Ltd were incendiary on their Leadmill debut last year with frontman John Lydon showing us what he’s made of – they return for another round of cutting edge classics in July.
Rock N Roll Circus 2025
Expect the unexpected as the Rock N Roll Circus return's to Sheffield's Don Valley Bowl in Summer 2025, taking place over the weekend of 28 - 31 August.
Powerlines Festival 2025
Powerlines festival is one of the UK’s newest Independent Metal festivals, an exciting addition to the Yorkshire the heavy metal calendar.
Level 42
LEVEL 42 are delighted to announce that they will embark upon The ‘World Machine’ 40th Anniversary Tour in 2025, which will visit 28 UK venues
Busted vs McFly
The Busted vs McFly Tour will see the two groups visit some of the UK’s biggest and best venues, including the Utilita Arena Sheffield on Friday 26 September 2025 and Thursday 6 November 2025.
Cody Pennington Country Show
Born and raised Nashvillian, Cody Pennington is back, and he’s bringing his rootin’ tootin’ country classics along with him!
Float Along Festival 2025
Back for their third year, Float Along festival makes a welcome return to Sheffield on Saturday 28 September, with another encompassing mix of post-punk and psychedelic rock, as well as the best in indie and alternative music.
Deacon Blue - The Great Western Road Trip
Deacon Blue release a brand new studio album, The Great Western Road, followed by a 15 date Arena tour that sees them play their first ever show at the Utilita Arena Sheffield on 29th September 2025.
Simply Red - 40th Anniversary
Get ready to celebrate the remarkable legacy of one of the UK’s most treasured bands. Iconic soul and pop band Simply Red earmark their forthcoming 40th anniversary by announcing an incredibly special UK & Ireland arena tour for September & October 2025.
Angel Snow
Over the last decade or more, American country/ folk/ pop/ blues/ Americana (the list goes on somewhat..!) artist Angel Snow has been bringing her music to these shores, building up a deserved reputation for delivering standout emotive performances.
Novacaine Festival 2025
Novacaine Festival 2025 – Debut Event! Saturday, October 4th, 2025 at Corporation.
The Blackheart Orchestra
The Blackheart Orchestra is returning to The Lantern, bringing their ethereal, folky/electronic/progressive music back to Sheffield. Their performances in 2023 and 2024's sell-out shows were phenomenal. They filled the auditorium with such wonderful sounds as Rick and Chrissy crisscrossed each other to create their music. It was a mesmerising show, an aural delight.
Katy Perry - The Lifetimes Tour
One the best-selling music artists of all time, Katy Perry 'The Lifetimes Tour' comes to Sheffield on Friday 10 October 2025 - a spectacular career-spanning live show, including all the hits from across her multi-million selling albums.
London Symphonic Rock Orchestra
Boundary breaking pioneers fusing the omnipotent power of the orchestra with innovative technology and the raucous rebellion of rock, London Symphonic Rock Orchestra deliver iconic rock hits in the most spectacular way.
New Model Army
Legends etched in the annals of rock and punk history, New Model Army return to The Leadmill for a Saturday night Sheffield headline show in October.
No Bounds 2025
No Bounds are set to host another very special weekend of music, art, technology and dancing in Sheffield, when the 8th edition of the festival takes place 10 - 12 October 2025.
Bow Wow Wow
Their first tour since 2016, seminal new wave outfit Bow Wow Wow (still headed by Annabella Lwin) stop by The Leadmill in November.
The Little Unsaid
A firm favourite, The Little Unsaid return to Sheffield, and it's our pleasure to welcome them to The Lantern. John Elliott has used this moniker for well over a decade now, gaining recognition for genre hopping combinations using elements of alt-folk, electronica, alt-rock and string arrangements.
The Outcharms
Up the Charms – local indie outfit The Outcharms have their biggest ever show in their sights: a coveted Leadmill main room show in October.
Wet Wet Wet
Following on from a sold-out tour earlier this year which saw them perform to tens of thousands across the country, the iconic Wet Wet Wet have announced a huge tour of the UK for 2025.
What's Love Got To Do With It?
After a fantastic sell out debut tour across the UK, Tina Turner fans will have the time of their lives as What’s Love Got To Do With It? is back for 2025 celebrating the music and 60-year career of this incredible rock and soul legend.
A Country Night In Nashville
Direct from The Royal Albert Hall, A Country Night In Nashville recreates the scene of a buzzing honky tonk in downtown Nashville, perfectly capturing the energy and atmosphere of an evening in the home of country music.
The Australian Pink Floyd Show
The Australian Pink Floyd Show return in 2025 to celebrate 50 years of the iconic album ‘Wish You Were Here’. Featuring the songs "Have a Cigar", "Wish You Were Here" and "Shine On You Crazy Diamond", The Australian Pink Floyd will perform the album in full alongside Pink Floyd’s greatest hits.
The Boomtown Rats
The Boomtown Rats are a trailblazing rock / new wave band that emerged in the late 1970s, renowned for their raw energy, thought-provoking lyrics, and ability to reinvent themselves across decades. Formed in 1975 in Dún Laoghaire, Ireland, the band was founded by Bob Geldof, Garry Roberts, Johnnie Fingers, Pete Briquette, Gerry Cott, and Simon Crowe.
Boo Hewerdine
From his band The Bible in the 80s, countless projects (including his work with Fairground Attraction's Eddi Reader), and, of course, his solo work, Boo Hewerdine is well known and celebrated for his songs and performances across the UK and further.
Björn Again
Designed as a tongue-in-cheek rocked-up light-hearted ABBA satire, this show achieved worldwide cult status with critical acclaim and was acknowledged for initiating the ABBA revival, which brought about ABBA Gold, Muriel’s wedding and MAMMA MIA!
Francis Rossi
Francis Rossi is extending his forthcoming tour of the UK with 30 new dates added in 2025, running between September and November 2025 for this brand new show billed as “An Evening of Francis Rossi’s Songs from the Status Quo Songbook and More…”
Busted vs McFly
Pop rock legends Busted storm the stage at McFly’s sold out 21st birthday headline show at the iconic O2 Arena in London to announce they will be going head to head on tour together next year! Fans got to hear first hand the exciting news of, no doubt, one of the most highly anticipated tours of 2025.
ABC: The Lexicon of Love
ABC have announced the return of their iconic Lexicon Of Love Orchestra tour for 2025 which sees them perform their timeless debut album “The Lexicon of Love” in its entirety alongside all the ABC hits across the UK.
Fisherman's Friends
In celebration of performing together for over 30 years on stages across the world, Fisherman’s Friends are proud to announce their new UK tour dates for 2025 and 2026. Having sold out every venue on their last tour, the band look forward to performing old songs and new.
Craig Charles Funk & Soul House Party
A celebration of funk classics, soul essentials and undeniable dancefloor anthems, the legendary Craig Charles brings his Funk & Soul House Party to Foundry this November following on from back to back sold out appearances at The Leadmill.
Michael Starring Ben
Michael Starring Ben is a hit theatre production starring the UK's ultimate Michael Jackson tribute star, Ben Bowman. Not only does he look and sound like the King of Pop, but he's honed his routine so carefully that audiences truly believe they are watching Michael Jackson himself.
