Sir Elton John bringing his very last tour to New Zealand and Australia

February 3, 2019
Sir Elton John

Sir Elton John, recently crowned by Billboard as the most successful performing male solo artist of all time, today reveals details of the epic 15-date Australian and 3-date New Zealand leg of his global Farewell Yellow Brick Road tour.

Between December 2019 and February 2020, Elton John will traverse Australia and New Zealand, delivering his famed songbook to spellbound audiences, on his very last tour.

"Elton’s continuing love affair with Australia knows no bounds, proven by this farewell tour, and the breadth and depth of the itinerary, showing his commitment to his many Australian fans", said promoter Michael Chugg. "On his very last tour, he wanted to return to some of his favourite cities, while also playing for fans in a couple of never-before-visited locations."

Beginning in Pennsylvania, USA in September 2018, Elton John’s three-year Farewell Yellow Brick Road global tour has already been hailed as one of his most "energetic, dazzlingly-original and joyful celebrations".

Elton’s legendary catalogue, including beloved songs 'Bennie and the Jets', 'Rocket Man', 'Tiny Dancer' and more, are showcased in a musical masterpiece that is a "reflective and stunning tribute to a great artist’s career" (NME), also celebrating his 50-plus year collaboration with lyricist Bernie Taupin - one of the great song-writing partnerships of all time.

"Playing live to other human beings is the greatest gift any artist could ever have", said Sir Elton at his Chicago show.

Audiences will experience a rare glimpse into Elton’s life, via mesmerising, never-before-seen images and videos displayed throughout the show from his incredible 50-year career. 

Since his career began in 1969, he has performed a staggering 4000-plus shows in more than 80 countries.

The performer said that after the tour finishes he looks forward to "coming off the road and dedicating more time to raising my children".

"I’m ecstatic and humbled to continue to play for audiences across the globe. I plan to bring to my final tour the passion and creativity that has entertained my fans for decades...It’s the most produced and fantastic show I’ve ever done. I want to go out with a bang..."

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