Rick Wakeman: The Wizard of Prog

Rick Wakeman is bringing his The Wizard Of Prog – Ultimate Highlights Concert Tour to the Brighton Dome on Wednesday, 17 February 2027. He’ll be performing alongside The English Rock Ensemble for what is billed as the band's longest UK tour to date. It’s a significant run of dates that focuses on the breadth of his career, spanning over 50 years of music.

The setlist is designed to cover the major touchpoints of his discography. You can expect to hear extracts from his conceptual works, specifically Journey To The Centre Of The Earth and The Myths & Legends Of King Arthur & The Knights Of The Round Table. Beyond these conceptual pieces, the performance will also feature material from his time with YES, alongside various solo compositions. Rick Wakeman has described the tour as a "very special" undertaking, which gives a sense of the weight he’s placing on this particular selection of music.

The English Rock Ensemble joining him on stage is a substantial group. Rick Wakeman will be on keyboards, joined by Jesse Smith on lead vocals and Adam Wakeman handling both keyboards and guitars. The rest of the band includes Dave Colquhoun on guitars, Lee Pomeroy on bass, and Adam Falkner on drums. They are supported by a vocal trio consisting of Sara Davey, Jo Goldsmith-Eteson, and Jo Marshall, who will provide the backing vocals throughout the show.

If you’re planning to head down to the Brighton Dome on Church Street, the doors open at 18:15, with the music starting at 19:30. Tickets are tiered by seating area: P1 seats are £62.50, P2 seats are £52.50, and P3 seats are £49.50, though keep in mind that booking fees are added to these prices. There is an age restriction in place for the evening, meaning anyone under 14 must be accompanied by an adult. The venue is located at BN1 1UE, right in the heart of the city.