Nik Kershaw returns to the 80s Classical stage in 2026 joining some of his incredible 80’s peers for a series of not-to-be missed dates in Poole, Birmingham and the legendary home of 80s Classical in Millennium Square, Leeds.
Nik Kershaw, Johnny Hates Jazz and Carol Decker take to the Lighthouse stage in Poole on Friday 5th June 2026 to perform their timeless classics including, Wouldn’t It Be Good, Shattered Dreams, and China In Your Hand backed by the breathtaking power of the Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra.
Nik Kershaw, Johnny Hates Jazz and Jaki Graham will take to the stage at Birmingham Symphony Hall on Thursday 11th June 2026 to perform their timeless classics, including Wouldn’t It Be Good, Shattered Dreams and Set Me Free, backed by the sensational Orchestra of Opera North!
In June 2026, Millennium Square Leeds will once again come alive as 80s Classical returns for its 7th spectacular season.
Get ready to step back in time and experience the ultimate celebration of 80s pop, as original artists perform their biggest hits live — reimagined with the symphonic power of the 50-piece Orchestra of Opera North.
This year’s show is headlined by pop legends Bananarama, joined by Nik Kershaw, Nick Heyward, and Johnny Hates Jazz. Together, they’ll deliver an unforgettable night filled with timeless hits including Venus, Wouldn’t It Be Good, Shattered Dreams, Fantastic Day, and many more.
The brilliant backing vocalists, Bianca Claxton, Adetoun Anibi and Nick Shirm, will also perform a bonus set of crowd-pleasing favourites, guaranteed to keep you dancing all night long.
