JAMIE DUFFY - FLÂNEUR
Plus Support from The Woodgies
Tuesday 24th November 2026
At just 25 years old, Jamie Duffy has rapidly ascended to the elite tier of global multi-instrumentalists, amassing over 160 million streams on his debut single alone. Seamlessly bridging the gap between traditional and modern composition, Jamie has become a formidable force on the international stage, redefining what it means to be a "classical" artist in the 21st century.
Jamie’s transition from a viral sensation to a live powerhouse has been marked by a string of prestigious, sold-out headline shows across the UK and Ireland, including a landmark performance at Dublin’s National Concert Hall. His debut album has been met with equal acclaim, breaking into the Top 10 of the Irish Official Charts and the UK Classical Charts. Notably, Jamie held the distinction of being the only artist with an instrumental album on the Official Irish Charts, a testament to his unique ability to captivate a mainstream audience.
While his debut single ‘Solas’ provided a meteoric introduction to his sound, the feature film '500 Miles' is the perfect scoring debut for Jamie, which showcases another side to his musical world. This world includes scoring projects and bespoke creative endeavours that sit between his primary artistic pursuits, ensuring every note he releases contributes to an ever evolving and authentic journey.
Toby Lee
Saturday 29th May 2027
Toby Lee announces his 3rd UK headline tour with his brilliant band. They’ll be heading out for 18 shows in October & November this year. Still only 21, Toby’s already a three-time winner of Young Blues Artist of the Year but the virtuoso guitarist, singer, songwriter is only just getting started. He’s currently recording his first major label album for Fontana/Universal with producers Bad Sounds.
“Out of this world… you’re going to love him.” - Jools Holland
*Rescheduled from Saturday 3rd October 2026. All original tickets remain valid for the new date, but if you can’t make the new date, you can contact the ticket provider for a refund.*
Seven Wonders - The Spirit of Fleetwood Mac
Friday 23rd April 2027
Seven Wonders are a 7-piece, 100% live band, who have come together to pay tribute to the legacy of Fleetwood Mac.
The band cover all eras of the Fleetwood Mac collection; from the timeless Peter Green years, through to the 80’s classic Tango in the night. Seven Wonders capture the Spirit of Fleetwood Mac and they do it with passion and appreciation for this classic band.
Be prepared to sing and dance the night away to classics including: Go your own way, Don’t stop, The Chain, Everywhere, Rhiannon, Dreams, Little lies, Oh well, Edge of seventeen and many more…..
“I didn’t expect to feel like I was watching Fleetwood Mac….amazing vocals and band”
“Absolutely fantastic band, The best tribute I’ve ever seen”
“If you get a chance to see them ,100% you won’t be disappointed”
NICK HEYWARD
THE 12 DATES OF CHRISTMAS
Saturday 21st November 2026
Nick Heyward has announced a brand-new UK tour for winter 2026, The 12 Dates of Christmas — a unique run of intimate performances set in some of the country’s most beautiful and atmospheric venues.
The 12-date UK tour will kick off on 14th November at Lincoln Cathedral and will see Heyward perform across historic churches and cathedrals, creating a special live experience that blends his much-loved catalogue with a festive, acoustic feel.
Best known as the frontman of Haircut 100, Heyward continues to build on a remarkable legacy, with the band’s long-awaited follow-up to Pelican West – Boxing The Compass – set for release on 19 June 2026, marking an exciting new chapter for the band. Heyward is also currently working on new solo material, with more details on this exciting project to follow.
WARD THOMAS
Friday 4th December 2026
UK country-pop duo Ward Thomas have announced an intimate UK tour for the festive season. Taking place at the start of December the Christmas tour will take in 5 intimate venues in different corners of the country. Hailed as one the UK’s most successful country exports, twin sisters Catherine and Lizzy Ward Thomas will be performing a special acoustic set with a range of hits from their back catalogue as well as a select number of Christmas hits, reimagined with a cosy country flair.
“We will be headed back out on a little Christmas tour in December! Very excited for this one! It’s so nice to do the intimate shows and add a few Christmas songs in too!”Catherine Thomas
NICKO MCBRAIN - AN EVENING IN CONVERSATION WITH
Saturday 28th November 2026 - *SOLD OUT*
Following the recent announcement of Hello Boys and Girls!, Nicko McBrain’s thrilling, hilarious and deeply personal autobiography which will be published on 22nd October 2026, the much-loved drummer will now be taking to the road on a spoken word tour.
Starting in Frankfurt on October 26th, Nicko McBrain will be visiting theatres across Germany, Netherlands, Scandinavia, Ireland and the UK, regaling audiences with colourful stories of a life well-lived. Featuring tales from behind the drum-stool of one of Britain’s biggest ever bands, alongside lessons learned from his eventful youth, his triumphant highs and deepest lows, this is a chance for fans to get up-close-and-personal with one of the most famous and admired men in rock history.
Ríoghnach Connolly & Honeyfeet
Saturday 14th November 2026
Ríoghnach Connolly & Honeyfeet move with ease and confidence between swampy jazz, raucous brass, fractured funk, blues balladry, and gorgeous folkloric textures. Connolly’s powerhouse vocals lead the charge, blending mischief, protest and vulnerability into something fiercely human and utterly live. Honeyfeet holds all of this together with a groove and a commitment to musical freedom. The lineup consists of Lorien Garth Edwards on bass, Ellis Davies on guitar, John Ellis on keyboards, Biff Roxby on brass, and Phill Howley on drums form a fluid and fearless musical unit.
Josie Long & Robin Ince: 20 Years Of Shambles
Saturday 7th November 2026
For twenty years, Robin Ince and Josie Long have been performing and making things together. Now, after two decades of friendship, creativity and comedy, they are coming together for a special tour celebrating curiosity, collaboration and the joy of finding wonder in unexpected places.
Expect a joyfully unpredictable evening of stand-up, poetry, conversation, (plenty of) digressions and whatever else emerges when two endlessly curious minds share a stage.
Disney’s Aladdin JR.
Wednesday 28th - Friday 30th October 2026
From the group that brought you Shrek - The Musical JR. in 2025, Forge Drama proudly presents Disney’s Aladdin JR. Join Aladdin and his friends on an unforgettable adventure as they discover a magical lamp and meet the all-powerful Genie. Will Aladdin win the heart of Princess Jasmine, or will Jafar’s sinister plan bring Agrabah to its knees?
Please purchase the correct ticket type for your booking. All tickets will be checked on entry, and proof of eligibility may be requested for concession or discounted tickets. If you are unable to provide valid proof, you will be required to purchase the appropriate ticket at the on-the-door rate (subject to availability).
Macy Gray
Thursday 5th November 2026
Macy Gray, the renowned artist, actor and activist from Canton, Ohio, is no stranger to saying what needs to be said and acting on her words. The musical bodies of work she has produced throughout her career are a testament to her exquisite vision and unyielding devotion to her craft. Her sleek, sultry and mature take on R&B draws from decades worth of history. Yet, her ability to still sound forward-thinking and fresh is what reaffirms and reasserts her as a signature rarity in music.
PETER SERAFINOWICZ
Saturday 6th February 2027 - *SOLD OUT*
Spend an evening inside the genius comedic mind of Peter Serafinowicz. Showcasing cutting edge face-swap technology - developed by Peter himself - the master impressionist delivers a show packed with his trademark absurd comedy, beloved faces and characters and, of course, uncanny impersonations. Having appeared in TV favourites (Amandaland, Parks & Recreation, I’m Alan Partridge), cult classics (Spaced, Look Around You, The Peter Serafinowicz Show) and beloved movies (Star Wars: The Phantom Menace, Shaun of the Dead, Guardians of the Galaxy), Peter has established himself as one of Britain’s most inventive and distinctive comic talents. Join a true original on his first ever solo tour: The Peter Serafinowicz Live Show!
MWSOG
Friday 20th November 2026
The MWSOG tribe return to the capital city of Cardiff after an adventurous year roving beyond their hometown, gathering for an evening of melodic ritual and resonance within the beautiful galleries of The Gate. For one sunset only, the quarters of this grand sanctum will be consecrated as a temple to the turning tides and the coming winter. Beneath The Gate’s towering spire and steeple, partake in seasonal rites and folk customs, both ancient and newly forged, underscored by MWSOG’s potent concoction of arcane acid folk rites and ritual rock & roll.
Mae’r “treib” MWSOG yn dychwelyd i’r brifddinas, Caerdydd, ar ôl blwyddyn anturus o grwydro ymhellach na’u tref enedigol, gan ymgynnull ar gyfer noson o ddefodau melodig ac atseiniau o fewn orielau hardd y Gate. Am un machlud haul yn unig, bydd y gofodau yn y noddfa fawreddog hon yn cael eu cysegru fel teml i’r llanw sy’n troi , ac i’r gaeaf sy’n dynesu. O dan y thŵr uchel o’r Gate, cymerwch ran mewn defodau tymhorol ac arferion gwerin , rhai hynafol a rhai newydd , yng nghwmni cymysgedd pwerus MWSOG o ddefodau ‘acid folk’ cyfrin a ‘rock & roll’ defodol.
Flyte (acoustic)
Saturday 5th December 2026
After the success of their 2023 self-titled album, Flyte, the band has become known for their “vocal chemistry” (The Needle Drop), and musical “harmony” (Rolling Stone), as well as developing a tight-knit circle of creatives. Past collaborations include Laura Marling, Billie Marten, Madison Cunningham, Bombay Bicycle Club, The Staves, and Florence Pugh, as well as making fans of high-profile artists like Sigrid, Holly Humberstone, and more. So we're very excited and honoured to have Flyte performing at The Gate here in Cardiff this December, for a what promises to be an incredibly special set.
CHESNEY HAWKES
Friday 2nd April 2027
Undoubtedly still the one and only, Chesney Hawkes is a living legend. His career began in 1991 when he starred in the film 'Buddy's Song' alongside Roger Daltrey. Then came the infamous 'One And Only', Chesney's biggest hit and also the twentieth most successful UK release of the '90s.
Born into a musical family (his father is singer Chip Hawkes of The Tremeloes), Chesney’s own career began at 19, when he appeared as the title character in the film Buddy’s Song alongside Roger Daltrey. In March 1991, he released his biggest single The One And Only, from the film’s soundtrack spent five weeks at Number 1. It has become part of the soundtrack of a generation, and still features on radio playlists, compilations and in DJ sets everywhere.
CAFÉ DEL MUNDO
Guitarize The World
Saturday 10th April 2027
Tens of thousands of visitors every year, standing ovations, and a fan culture worthy of rock stars: the duo Café del Mundo is Germany’s most successful guitar export. With their unique blend of flamenco, classical music, jazz, pop, and rock, Jan Pascal and Alexander Kilian are completely redefining the classical instrument that is the guitar.
They seem like “fire and water” — and it is precisely from this tension that they draw their magical energy. The protagonists Jan Pascal and Alexander Kilian could hardly be more different in character, yet on stage they merge into a world-class unity. Their live performances are captivating dialogues that regularly bring audiences to their feet. The Süddeutsche Zeitung summed it up perfectly with the accolade “audibly limitless.”
Jaz Delorean & Logan Metz
Thursday 14th January 2027
Jaz Delorean, travelling songwriter, pianist and voice of Tankus, loves to unravel the big stage performance and revisit how songs were originally sketched out, in the solitude of the riverboat he lives on, around a campfire or on a found piano in the recesses of a theatre somewhere on the road.
Logan Metz (Lukas Nelson & Promise of the Real, Willie Nelson) is a songwriter, educator and raconteur based in Wisconsin. His songwriting spans many genres, from jazz and rock to folk and country, but it's all marked by artful chord changes, a character-centric narrative style, and a wry lyrical wit rooted firmly in the Tom Waits/ Randy Newman/ Leon Russell school of piano-based storytelling.
Jim E. Brown
Saturday 3rd April 2027
SLUSH presents Jim E. Brown's Cardiff debut!
Teenage pop sensation Jim E. Brown is an obese alcoholic who suffers from various degenerative conditions. Fresh off a string of sold-out shows across the world, Manchester's beloved son makes his long awaited debut in Cardiff with a very special show at The Gate.
"As a born and bred Mancunian, Brown’s sound understandably draws from Manchester’s post-punk and baggy tradition. Drum machines and synths shimmer like a crap New Order. He wails like the Fall’s Mark E. Smith, if Smith was a shame-ridden depressive. He rhapsodises like John Cooper Clarke, if Clarke was raised on YouTube brain rot" -Sydney Morning Herald
Dan Bettridge
Thursday 29th April 2027
Known for intimate, disarmingly funny performances and quietly devastating songs, Welsh/Irish Dan Bettridge isn’t your typical Folk/Americana singer-songwriter. Balancing melancholy with warmth and unexpected humour, Bettridge has gently found his way into hearts around the world racking up millions of streams. Personally selected by ‘Whispering’ Bob Harris as his favourite new artist and named Acoustic Magazine’s ‘Next Big Thing’, he has had continuous support from BBC Radio, an appearance in Rolling Stone, four invites to the famous SXSW Festival in Austin, Texas, and two sold out nights at the O2 Shepherd’s Bush Empire with Band Of Horses.
“Everything he touches turns to gold” - Bronwen Lewis, BBC Radio presenter & singer
