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New Venues Added To BLIPPI: THE WONDERFUL WORLD TOUR

New shows are at Cardiff International Arena on 13 September, Leeds First Direct Arena 25 and 16 September, and Liverpool M&S Bank Arena on 17 September.

By: Jul. 05, 2023
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By popular demand, the new live show, Blippi: The Wonderful World Tour has added dates in Cardiff, Leeds and Liverpool. Blippi: The Wonderful World Tour will play Cardiff International Arena on 13 September, Leeds First Direct Arena 25 and 16 September, and Liverpool M&S Bank Arena on 17 September. These new dates will be alongside the SEC Armadillo, Glasgow on 8 July before touring to Edinburgh, Barnstable, London, Peterborough, Oxford, Kingston, Portsmouth, High Wycombe and Hull until 23 September.

“With new stops in Leeds, Liverpool and Cardiff, we're thrilled to be able to bring Blippi: The Wonderful World Tour to even more kids and families across the UK,” said Stephen Shaw, Founder and Co-President of Round Room Live. “We're excited for our devoted fans to experience the amazing music, production, and energy they expect from Blippi, but in a way they've never seen before.”

Susan Vargo, Head of Live Events at Moonbug Entertainment added, "It's very special to witness the love that our fans have for Blippi and his buddies, and the joy this beloved character brings to families around the world. Our live experiences bring families together to make memories that will last a lifetime. With Blippi: The Wonderful World Tour fans can expect catchy music, lots of dancing and a whole lot of fun!"

“Having had such huge success with Blippi across the nation, we are overjoyed to be able to bring Blippi: The Wonderful World Tour to three brand new cities,” said Jamie Chapman Dixon, Co-Founder of Carter Dixon McGill Productions. “This will be the first time that Blippi has visited Leeds, Liverpool and Cardiff and we cannot wait to come and celebrate with everyone this Autumn.”

This Summer a new live show, Blippi: The Wonderful World Tour, will see the return of the vivacious, energetic, and educational antics of global sensation Blippi to stages across the UK.

Following the success of the 2023 Olivier Award nominated debut show, Blippi: The Musical, Blippi is coming to your city for the ultimate curiosity adventure!

So, come on! Dance, sing, and learn with Blippi and special guest Meekah as they discover what makes different cities unique and special. Will there be monster trucks, excavators, and garbage trucks galore? You bet! So get ready to shake those wiggles out and OJ Twist your way through this brand-new musical party!

The production opens at the SEC Armadillo, Glasgow on 8 July before touring to Edinburgh, Barnstable, London, Peterborough, Oxford, Kingston, Portsmouth, High Wycombe and Hull until 23 September.

Blippi, along with his best friend Meekah, inspires curiosity in preschoolers around the world by creating content and experiences that are relatable, accessible and make learning fun. Performances are during the day and suitable for ages 2+.

For Blippi: The Wonderful World Tour, the character Blippi will be played by professional stage performers selected specifically for the production.

A limited number of post-show photo experience passes will be available for purchase in each city. Details about purchasing these passes can be found at the venue website.

For further information please visit: https://blippiontour.com

Tour Dates

SEC Armadillo, Glasgow

8 - 9 July

Box office: 0141 248 3000 / www.sec.co.uk/whats-on

Usher Hall, Edinburgh

13 – 14 July

Box office: 0131 228 1155 / www.usherhall.co.uk/whats-on

Queens Theatre, Barnstable

18 – 22 July

Box office: 01271 316523 / www.queenstheatre-barnstaple.com/whats-on

Storyhouse, Chester

24 – 25 July

Box office: 01244 409113 / www.storyhouse.com/guide/whats-on

Alexandra Palace, London

28 July – 6 August

Box office: 020 8365 4343 / www.alexandrapalace.com/theatre/whats-on

New Theatre, Peterborough

9 – 13 August

Box office: 01733 852992 / newtheatre-peterborough.com/whats-on

Oxford Playhouse, Oxford

16 – 26 August

Box office: 01865 305305 / www.oxfordplayhouse.com/whats-on

Rose Theatre, Kingston

29 August – 9 September

Box office: 020 8174 0090 / rosetheatre.org/whats-on

New Theatre Royal, Portsmouth

11 – 12 September

Box office: 023 9264 9000 / www.newtheatreroyal.com/whats-on

Cardiff International Arena, Wales

13 September

Box office: 029 20 22 44 88 / https://cardiffinternationalarena.co.uk/

Leeds First Direct Arena, Leeds

15-16 September

Box office: 0844 248 1585 / https://www.firstdirectarena.com/

Liverpool M&S Bank Arena, Liverpool

17 September

Box office: 0344 800 0400 / https://www.mandsbankarena.com/

Wycombe Swan Theatre, High Wycombe

18 – 20 September

Box office: 0343 310 0060 / wycombeswan.co.uk/Online/whatson

Bonus Arena, Hull

22 – 23 September

Box office: 01482 456220 / www.bonusarenahull.com/whats-on/




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