The O2
The O2, a world-class entertainment destination on the site of the former Millennium Dome opened in July 2007. AEG Europe have partnered with O2 to create the UK’s most exciting and technically advanced music, sport and entertainment destination - The O2.
The O2 is a leisure and hospitality experience of a kind never before known in the UK. The centrepiece of The O2 is Europe’s finest indoor music and sports venue with a capacity of up to 23,000. After a phenomenal first season, The O2 arena currently attracts global stars and events to The O2, including the 2012 Olympic events.
The Entertainment District surrounds The O2 arena. Open to all, night and day, it comprises a mixture of leisure attractions including an 11 screen cinema, exhibition space, Live music club, restaurants, bars and cafés, all lining an avenue as wide and long as Bond Street.
www.theo2.co.uk
Events in The O2 Bubble
On November 26 1922, the tomb of King Tutankhamun was discovered, unlocking the most precious treasures the world had ever known. In 1972 1.8 million guests visited the London Tutankhamun exhibition, making it the most successful exhibition in London history. Now, after more than 35 years, the treasures of Tutankhamun have returned to London one last time in the most highly anticipated exhibition ever assembled. Over 800,000 tickets have already been sold!
Don’t miss Tutankhamun and the Golden Age of the Pharaohs at The O2 - last month (August)!
For further information visit www.visitlondon.com/tutankhamun
Canopic Coffinette of Tutankhamun © Not the funerary mask.
Public Events at The O2 Arena
For further Information on all events taking place at The O2 please call +44 (0) 20 7536 2600 or visit www.theO2.co.uk
8 August 2008
Tiesto - In Search of Sunrise
One of the world's finest DJs is bringing his unique sound to London for what promises to be a night to remember. Tiesto has had a remarkable career and his productions constantly reach the upper echelons of Europe's most popular music charts, making him a favourite at nightclubs the world over.
Please note: This event is strictly over 18s. Last entry to this event is 11.30pm.
24 August 2008
The Amitabh Bachchan: Unforgettable Tour, a never-seen-before extravaganza of Indian cinema magic, will be unveiled for the first time to a UK audience on Sunday 24 August at The O2 arena. The tour will bring together on the same stage an array of Indian superstars including the likes of Amitabh Bachchan, Abhishek Bachchan, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Preity Zinta, Riteish Deshmukh, Vishak and Sekab. The performance in London will also include actress and model Shilpa Shetty.
6 September 2008
The Great Britain men’s basketball team will be the first to compete in the London Olympiad at a 2012 venue when they take on the Czech Republic at The O2 arena on September 6.
Having gained promotion to EuroBasket Division A last summer the GB men are now focusing on reaching next year’s EuroBasket finals, which would keep them on course for Olympic qualification, something no GB team has previously done.
19 September 2008
Multi-million selling Nickelback are back to remind you how great they are live. The Canadian rockers bring their latest album, All The Right Reasons, to The O2 on Friday 19 September.
3 - 6 October and 19 November 2008
In September 2008, Lee Evans sets out on the UK's biggest ever comedy tour, taking in over 11 cities, and playing to over 300,000 fans. The record breaking 'Lee Evans - Big - UK Tour 2008' marks Lee's sensational return to stand-up with some of the strongest and most hilarious routines he has ever written.
Expect some of the most explosive stand-up, stunning set pieces and a truly unbelievable finale in this, the funniest comedy show in 2008.
12 October 2008
The Miami Heat, New Jersey Nets, New Orleans Hornets and Washington Wizards will play pre-season games in Barcelona, Berlin, London and Paris in October as part of NBA Europe Live 2008 presented by EA SPORTS™. The teams arrive at The O2 arena on 12 October.
13 October and 7 November 2008
NEW DATE ADDED
With a new album in the pipeline - the first new studio album to carry the Queen name since the Freddie Mercury sessions – Queen is heading back on the road for a four-month tour, once again in the company of musician/singer/songwriter Paul Rodgers who joined forces with Brian May and Roger Taylor for the highly successful 2005/2006 world tour. The Tour arrives at The O2 arena in London on 13 October and 7 November.
14 October 2008
Following the success of the #1 album 'All Lost Souls', James Blunt will end his highly anticipated UK tour at The O2 on Tuesday 14 October, the only London date of the tour. This current album has so far sold over 600,00 copies in the UK and 3,000,000 world wide, features the hit single‘1973’ and the evocative second single ‘Same Mistake’.
23 - 31 (except 27) October and 1 - 2 November 2008
Join the ocean-sized adventure of the curious clownfish Nemo, his overprotective father Marlin and their absent-minded yet lovable pal Dory as Disney On Ice immerses you in a vibrant aquatic world in Disney On Ice presents Disney/Pixar's Finding Nemo. Follow alongside Marlin and Dory on a daring search of the big blue. Ride the current with "super-dude" turtle Crush and make waves with Nemo's new friends - the Tank Gang - as they plot an escape from the dentist's aquarium in this whale of a tale full of laughter and fun!
5 November 2008
With his distinctive vocals and blue-collar songwriting skills,
Canadian icon Bryan Adams has found a niche that has lasted for over 20
years.
8 November 2008
Katie Melua is the latest star to announce they will play The O2, the world's most popular music arena. Melua's world tour comes to the UK this autumn, her largest arena tour to date.
10 November 2008
Following the sell out success of their recent RAW® and SmackDown® WrestleMania® Revenge Tour shows this April, WWE® have announced they will return to The O2 as the London date for their Survivor Series Tour on November 10th 2008.
4 and 6 December 2008
Catch Barry Manilow in London this December at The O2.
Tickets will be on sale soon!
14 - 16 December 2008
Coldplay will play at The O2 for three nights this December.
19 December 2008
Following an incredibly successful 2007 tour, Madness are set to return to The O2 for a one-off exclusive Christmas special show, on Friday 19 December 2008.
The momentous, high energy show will see the band performing tracks from their eagerly anticipated new album as well as their much loved hits.
17 January 2009
The O2 launches the Monumental Classics Series with Carmina Burana in January 2009. Franz Abraham, the creator of the production, brings Carl Orff’s masterpiece to life with over 250 performers - including the world-renowned Royal Philharmonic Orchestra and Brighton Festival Chorus and Youth Choir, as well as dancers, actors, and singers. The dramatic staging has been created by Walter Haupt, a long standing close friend of Orff himself, and features a giant set, previously only seen outside and in stadiums, sensational light projections and fireworks.
5 - 7 February 2009
Following on from the hugely successful sell out 2008 live tour, Strictly Come Dancing The Live Tour returns in 2009.
Audiences across the country will get the chance to join celebrities, dance champions and those all important judges for the arena extravaganza.
3,4, 7, 8 March 2009NEW DATE ADDED
With sensual, soulful and powerful vocals that have been part of music history for over four decades, Tina Turner's explosive live set will include everything from early career singles “River Deep Mountain High,” “Proud Mary,” and “Nutbush City Limits” through solo superstar smashes “Let’s Stay Together,” “What’s Love Got to Do With It”, “We Don’t Need Another Hero” and “The Best” as well as ‘90s comeback hits such as “I Don’t Wanna Fight” the theme song to the James Bond film “Goldeneye”.
Public Events at indigO2
If you like your music live, close-up and cutting edge – indigO2 will be the place to see the newest acts and legendary performers in an intimate setting. indigO2 is a 2,350 capacity venue designed especially for the best musical experience.
Gary Numan 'Replicas' Tour - 15 March 2008
Chris Brown - 23 - 27 March 2008
Delirious? - 29 March 2008
Youssou N'Dour - 1 April 2008
65daysofstatic - 11 April 2008
10cc - 1 May 2008
Bluetones - 17 May 2008
Steve Harley & Cockney Rebel - 7 June 2008
Queensyrche - 22 June 2008
Joan Armatrading - 27 June 2008
For further information on all events taking place at indigO2,visit www.theindigo2.co.uk
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Book tickets by phone
Ticketmaster's telephone booking service is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. You can call this number to book tickets and also check to see if a booking has been received, a refund processed or any other query you may have. To make a credit card booking please call one of the following numbers, including all international and regional area codes:
UK Customers: 0870 534 4444
Customers outside the UK: 00 44 161 385 3211
You can also look for tickets on www.ticketmaster.co.uk or www.theo2.co.uk
Getting to The O2
There really could be no more perfect place to site a major entertainment destination than on the banks of the River Thames at Greenwich. By whatever means guests choose to arrive they can do so with ease.
The O2 is an interesting walk from historic Greenwich, while various cycle routes lead up the peninsular to The O2 where there are cycle racks available.
The Jubilee Line is the only London Underground route that connects with all others - so national rail passengers from north, south, east or west can transfer easily to The O2’s North Greenwich station, in zone 2.
The Docklands Light Railway (DLR) also provides close connections at Canary Wharf, Cutty Sark and Greenwich.
Travel in style to The O2 along the River Thames in a Thames Clipper – a high speed boat service with luxury bar and lounge facilities. Departing every hour, it takes 30 minutes from Waterloo Pier or from London Bridge Pier in under 20. To check out the sailing times and ticket regulations, click here.
London's orbital motorway, the M25, offers easy access by road. The O2 includes 2,000 parking spaces. On event nights parking will only be pre-booked only. The car park is now open.
If travelling by bus, North Greenwich for The O2 is a major travel interchange with 7 bus routes and a frequency of up to almost a bus a minute.
Eurostar and London City Airport are just minutes from The O2 itself, offering easy access from all over the UK and Europe.
North Greenwich station has its own dedicated taxi rank.
Address:
The O2
Peninsula Square
Greenwich
London
SE10 0DX
