Name: Jethro Tull
Start: 2026-05-09T19:30:00
Location: Brangwyn Hall

Jethro Tull, an iconic name in the progressive rock scene, is embarking on The Curiosity Tour 2026, celebrating their 58-year legacy. From Perth to Edinburgh, and Basingstoke to Swansea, this tour promises a nostalgic journey through their extensive catalog, with performances at some of the UK's most prestigious venues. Led by the charismatic Ian Anderson, the band will explore tracks from their 24-album repertoire, ensuring a musical experience that captures the evolution and creativity of Jethro Tull over nearly six decades.

Jethro Tull's Curiosity Tour 2026: Celebrating 58 Years of Prog-Rock Mastery

Brangwyn Hall in Swansea is all set to become the hub of musical excellence in 2026, hosting a series of eclectic events showcasing diverse genres from orchestral masterpieces to legendary rock performances. With renowned artists and conductors like Michal Nesterowicz, Sophie Bevan, and the iconic Jethro Tull, the venue promises an engaging cultural odyssey. Each event offers a distinct musical narrative — from the traditional strains of Górecki to the progressive rhythms of Jethro Tull — ensuring every music lover finds something to resonate with.

A Harmonious Journey: Unveiling Brangwyn Hall's 2026 Musical Highlights

Iconic progressive rock band Jethro Tull is set to enthrall audiences once again with 'The Curiosity Tour 2026.' Embarking on an epic journey across the UK, this tour celebrates the band's 58-year legacy, featuring a comprehensive exploration of their vast catalog spanning 24 albums. Led by the inimitable Ian Anderson, the band promises an unforgettable series of performances at renowned venues, including Perth Concert Hall, Usher Hall, Bradford Theatres, The Anvil, and Brangwyn Hall. Dive into the world of prog-rock with Jethro Tull and experience a musical odyssey like no other.

Jethro Tull: A Prog-Rock Legacy Revisited in The Curiosity Tour 2026

Brangwyn Hall is set to host a vibrant tapestry of musical events that promise to delight diverse audiences. From the powerful voices of the Johns' Boys Welsh Male Choir to the complex orchestral arrangements of BBC NOW and the legendary sounds of Jethro Tull, there's something for everyone. These events, featuring renowned artists and timeless compositions, are a celebration of musical excellence and innovation. Join us as we explore these upcoming performances and the artists who bring them to life.

A Symphony of Cultures: Highlights from Brangwyn Hall's Upcoming Musical Events

Get ready to embark on a musical journey with the legendary Jethro Tull as they return to UK stages for The Curiosity Tour 2026. Spanning a remarkable 58-year career, Ian Anderson and his band will be performing in iconic venues across the United Kingdom, showcasing their vast 24-album catalogue. From their early days with 'This Was' to their latest release 'Curious Ruminant', this tour promises to be an unforgettable celebration of progressive rock history.

Jethro Tull's Curiosity Tour 2026: A Progressive Rock Journey Through Time

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Decade of Dazzle - Celebrating 10 Years of Valley Rock Voices 

 Get ready for the biggest, boldest, most dazzling night in VRV history! 

Valley Rock Voices is turning 10 and we're celebrating in true VRV style: with glitter, power ballads, rock anthems, sequins, sass and over 200 sensational women raising the roof.

Valley Rock Voices Celebration Concert

Across The Universe is a celebration of The Beatles' "studio years" 1966-1970. This unique show featuring live band and orchestra is a must-see for all Beatles fans.

The music recorded by the Beatles from 1966-1970 represents some of the most ground-breaking strides in popular music history, in terms of songwriting ingenuity, recording techniques and the establishing of different musical genres within pop music. Many of these innovative recordings were never intended to be recreated live.

Now in homage to this sensationally creative period in The Beatles' career, Across the Universe brings these recordings to life with stunning detail and accuracy. No wigs, no costumes. Across the Universe's intention is musical authenticity, assisted by world class orchestrations from live strings and brass.

Across The Universe

Watch the world's oldest national youth orchestra in action this summer! The National Youth Orchestra of Wales is set to close its 80th Anniversary tour with a return to Swansea's Brangwyn Hall for an afternoon concert on 1 August.  

Book your tickets now for a special evening of live music conducted by Andrew Gourlay. Andrew is an internationally respected conductor, described by The Guardian as "a star in the ascendent".  

National Youth Orchestra of Wales

Why not indulge your twinkling toes and join Phillip & Gaynor Evans at the Brangwyn tea dance?

Phillip & Gaynor are professional dancers based at the established dance school 'Dance Kingdom' in Llanelli and currently compete as professionals for Wales.

They are former Amateur Welsh National Ballroom & Latin champions, British Open Modern Sequence finalists, Latin Sequence Vice champions and more recently, UK Closed Professional 10 dance finalists.

Tea Dance - September 2026

This programme traces a journey from momentary spring light to one of the most vivid musical imaginations of the nineteenth century. Opening with Lilli Boulanger's D'un matin de printemps, which captures the energy of a spring morning: flickering colours, dancing rhythms, and an unmistakable sense of life in motion.  A moment of intimacy follows with Schubert's Allegretto in C major, performed by Steven Osborne. Poised and lyrical, the music speaks with characteristic Schubertian warmth, balancing simplicity with emotional depth.

BBC NOW - Fantastique

An enchanting live performance of whimsical and otherworldly dark fantasy film music, brought to life by the Illuminated Orchestra, beneath the glow of a giant moon.

A spellbinding live concert celebrating the music from cinema's most whimsical and eerie masterpieces, from Tim Burton's gothic fantasy films to cult classics of the dark and magical. 

80 minutes of spine-tingling, heartwarming and otherworldly music, performed live by an 18-piece chamber orchestra of first-class, classically trained musicians and evocative live vocals, and featuring unforgettable themes from: 

• The Nightmare Before Christmas 

• Edward Scissorhands 

• Charlie & The Chocolate Factory 

• Corpse Bride 

• Alice in Wonderland 

• Batman 

• Beetlejuice 

• Sleepy Hollow 

• Labyrinth 

• Wednesday 

• The Addams Family 

Orchestral Tribute to Tim Burton & Dark Fantasy by Moonlight

Swansea, are you ready to bag-rock? The Red Hot Chilli Pipers are heading back to town and they're bringing the heat louder than ever before.

After storming the stage to a sold-out crowd on their last visit to Wales, the world-famous Pipers return with a brand-new production packed with explosive energy, epic anthems and jaw-dropping showmanship. Featuring the full band alongside the sensational Chilli Dancers, this is a full-throttle live experience guaranteed to get audiences on their feet from the very first note.

Red Hot Chilli Pipers

Magic Men have sold over 1 million tickets worldwide and now the world's biggest Ladies Night is coming to you.

Front and centre is international superstar Will Parfitt, whose iconic performances have racked up more than 2 billion views on TikTok, making him a true global phenomenon.

After breaking ticket sales records and selling out arenas across Europe, Magic Men are landing in the UK with their most ambitious production to date: bold, high-energy and completely unapologetic.

This world-famous show is designed to hit harder, go deeper and deliver more heat than anything you've ever experienced. Known for wild performances, razor-sharp precision and irresistible stage presence, these Australian superstars don't just entertain, they pull the audience right into the action (and onto the stage). Magic Men isn't just a show, it's a party! One night. One show. One unforgettable experience.

Magic Men

Tea Dance - November 2026

Love in all its colours, desire, tenderness, loss, and fate, runs through this programme, brought to life by conductor Martyn Brabbins. Debussy's Prélude à l'après‑midi d'un faune opens the evening with shimmering orchestral colour that hovers between waking and dream. Inspired by Mallarmé's poem, its sinuous lines and floating harmonies evoke the intoxication of longing and the fragile beauty of moments suspended in time.

From this dream world we turn to more personal expressions of love and loss. We welcome David Childs as soloist in Paul Mealor's Euphonium Concerto, a work drawn from a Gaelic tale of lost love: a fisherman who never returns, and the voice that continues to sing to the sea. A rarer voice follows in Akimenko's Angel: Poem Nocturne, shaped by exile and a lifelong return to Ukrainian culture. Drawing on poetry by Lermontov, its romantic impressionist stillness creates a sound world of quiet reflection and spiritual yearning.

BBC NOW - Romeo & Juliet

Jingle Bell Rock is the ultimate feel-good Christmas concert; a high-energy spectacular packed with festive favourites, powerhouse vocals and non-stop holiday cheer.

Fresh from a sold-out run in the USA, this electrifying show features a sensational cast of West End performers bringing the biggest Christmas classics to life in one unforgettable night of music, celebration and pure festive joy. From showstopping anthems to magical singalong moments, it's the perfect night out for families, friends, and anyone ready to kick-start the season in style.

Jingle Bell Rock

Classical Brit Award winners, Only Men Aloud, return to the Brangwyn this December with their much‑loved Christmas with Only Men Aloud concert, a festive celebration filled with soaring harmonies, seasonal classics and the rich choral sound that has made them one of Wales' most iconic vocal groups. 

For over two decades, Only Men Aloud have captivated audiences with their powerful vocals and eclectic repertoire and their Christmas performances are a highlight of the season. Expect a beautifully crafted evening of festive favourites, Welsh hymns and timeless choral arrangements, all delivered with the warmth, charm and musical brilliance the group are known for. 

A Merry Little Christmas with Only Men Aloud

Join legendary progressive rock pioneers Jethro Tull as they return to UK stages with The Curiosity Tour 2026, a sweeping celebration of their remarkable 58 year journey. Led by the ever charismatic Ian Anderson, the band will explore a 24 album catalogue, spanning from 1968's 'This Was' to 2025's acclaimed 'Curious Ruminant'.

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