David Byrne

GIG REVIEW: David Byrne & Ezra Collective at Cruilla Festival, Barcelona

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By Neil Durham

WORTH A LOOK?: *****

WHEN? Friday 10 July, festival runs through 11 July 2026

Former Talking Heads frontman Byrne is 1 of the headliners at Latitude Festival in a fortnight and this is simply 1 of the best gigs we’ve ever seen.

  • Read on for reasons including how Byrne revels in taking part in the complex choreographed dance routines that enhance each song
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PREVIEW: 9 reasons why we can’t wait for July 2026 starring Ben Platt at the Menier

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  1. Ben Platt in Midnight At The Never Get

Platt (The Last Five Years, London Palladium) stars in this story about Trevor Copeland and Arthur Brightman who perform love songs in 1965 New York at a time when their love is against the law. Runs at the Menier Chocolate Factory 11 July through 12 September 2026. Tickets Our review

  • Read on for reasons including Cats, Confessions II and Rosie Sheehy in The Oresteia
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