Jeff Wayne's Musical Version of The War of The Worlds is back with a monumental new UK and Ireland arena tour, arriving just in time to celebrate 130 years since the publication of HG WELLS’ dark Victorian tale. Conducted by Jeff Wayne and featuring Liam Neeson in 3D holography as The Journalist, who recounts his story of survival from the Martian invasion of 1898.
One of the most trailblazing arena tours of all time, Jeff Wayne’s Musical Version of The War of The Worlds (TWOTW) returns with a musical spectacular like none other, with the production remaining a favourite to millions around the world, exciting audiences of all ages. In 2006, TWOTW was already considered a cutting-edge production with six trucks filled to the brim. By 2025, marking 19 years of live touring, the production will be up to 12 trucks, with a host of new ingredients and special effects to challenge and excite the senses.
Hot off the back of a UK arena tour, and sell-out date at Wembley this year, Enter Shikari’s Rou Reynolds confirms he’ll be putting his vocal weight towards battling the Martian invasion, as he announces he’s joining the cast of Jeff Wayne’s Musical Version of The War of The Worlds The Spirit of Man Tour 2025. The tour will feature an exciting cast including The Wanted’s Max George and ex-Eastender’s Maisie Smith, who met and fell in love on the 2020 series of Strictly Come Dancing, now they’ll be playing the married couple Parson Nathaniel & wife Beth.
Also joining the cast is the winner of The Masked Singer 2023 and frontman of bands Busted and Fightstar, Charlie Simpson who will be using his gravel-voiced pop vocals on his next mission to battle a Martian invasion, playing the role of The Sung Thoughts of the Journalist. Other cast members are also announced as Anna-Marie Wayne steps up as Carrie (the Journalist’s Fiancée), whilst Nathan James takes on The Voice of Humanity.
A musical experience not to be missed.
