Beverley Knight has completed her huge UK tour 'Born to Perform'
Her last performance was at the University of Wolverhampton - in her hometown!
Last updated 8th Jul 2026
'Shoulda Woulda Coulda' singer Beverley Knight has completed her huge 'Born to Perform' UK tour. The singer performed across the UK throughout June 2026, having started in Ipswich on Tuesday 2nd June and concluded on 30th June in Wolverhampton.
Posting a moment from a performance to her Instagram on 30th June, the singer wrote: '22 Years of Affirmation 🤍'.
Fans in the comments section celebrated the star, with one writing: 'The story behind this song is so beautiful. What an emotional evening it was in Manchester on Friday. 🥰', while another added: 'We were hanging on to your every word last night - there is literally no one else that compares to your voice! ❤️ Simply stunning! xx'. (sic)
A third chimed: 'No woman quite hits the spot than you. I love Affirmation album (and song) - one album that is constantly on in the car!', and a fourth said: 'Last night’s concert gave me goosebumps, made me cry and dance! Loved the rendition of Calon Lân! Diolch! Amazing, flawless. X'. (sic)
When did she announce the tour?
Beverley announced the exciting news of her tour on social media last year, explaining to her fans how it will be different. Sharing the full list of tour dates, the singer wrote: 'I’m thrilled to announce my new ‘Born to Perform’ UK Tour for next June!
'I’m excited to get back on the road but with a different kind of show! ‘Born to Perform’ will take you on a journey through my life on both music and theatre stages, using my memories and of course my songs. I’m stripping back my sound so the audience can lean in a little closer and really hear my soul. I look forward to seeing you there!'
What did Beverley Knight perform during the tour?
During her 'Born To Perform UK' tour, Beverley delighted fans with a blend of her greatest hits, iconic cover songs, and highlights from her acclaimed musical theatre career, all interwoven with personal stories from her journey on and off the stage.
Speaking ahead of the tour, she said it would be a 'different kind of show'. Adding that she will take her fans on a journey through her life on both the 'music and theatre stages', through her memories and songs.
"I’m excited to get back on the road but with a different kind of show folk are used to with me. 'Born to Perform' is me taking you on a journey through my life on both music and theatre stages, using my memories and of course my songs. I’m stripping back my sound so the audience can lean in a little closer and really hear my soul," she said.
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What dates did she perform in the UK?
Beverley started in Ipswich and later performed across the UK, including Sheffield, Blackpool, Liverpool, Aberdeen, Glasgow and more, before ending in Wolverhampton on Tuesday 30th June 2026. See the full list of dates below.
June 2026
Ipswich, Regent – Tue 2nd
Sheffield, City Hall – Thu 4th
Nottingham, Royal Concert Hall – Fri 5th
Blackpool, Opera House – Sat 6th
Bournemouth, Pavilion Theatre – Mon 8th
Bath, Forum – Tue 9th
Reading, Hexagon – Wed 10th
Gateshead, Glasshouse Sage 1 – Fri 12th
Liverpool, Philharmonic Hall – Sun 14th
Aberdeen, Music Hall – Tue 16th
Glasgow, SEC Armadillo – Wed 17th
Bristol, Beacon – Fri 19th
York, Barbican – Sat 20th
London, Eventim Apollo – Sun 21st
Southend, Cliffs Pavilion – Tue 23rd
Brighton, Dome – Wed 24th
Manchester, O2 Apollo – Fri 26th
Cardiff, Utilita Arena – Sat 27th
Cambridge, Corn Exchange – Mon 29th
Wolverhampton, University of Wolverhampton at The Halls – Tue 30th
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