Russell Watson announces 25-date ‘Evolution Tour’ for 2025 - including a stop in Cambridge

British tenor Russell Watson has announced a major UK tour for autumn 2025, which includes a Cambridge date, to celebrate 25 years since the release of his groundbreaking debut album, The Voice.

Recognised as one of the UK’s most accomplished classical recording artists, Russell is set to perform at 25 venues nationwide across October and November, as part of his The Evolution Tour.

He will be performing some of his best-known tracks and favourite pieces, both old and new, including Va, pensiero, Nessun Dorma, Caruso, Where My Heart Will Take Me (from Star Trek: Enterprise), plus new songs Shine and Grow. He will be joined by his band and a string section.

Reflecting on the upcoming tour, Russell said: “I can hardly believe it’s been 25 years since I released The Voice and embarked on this incredible journey.

“Looking back, I’m immensely grateful for every experience - performing for royalty, duetting with legends, and connecting with fans around the world.

“This tour is a chance for me to revisit the music that has meant so much to me and to those who’ve been on this journey with me.

“It’s not just a celebration of the past, it’s a new chapter, and I’m more passionate than ever to bring these songs to life on stage. I can’t wait to share this milestone with everyone in the audience.”

Since his debut, Russell has made history with albums The Voice and Encore, which is now recognised as the century’s top-selling classical albums.

His first album alone sold more than a million copies in the UK, a feat no other classical artist has matched.

He has earned global acclaim, chart-topping success, and platinum certifications from the UK to Australia, and Russell is also the first UK artist to simultaneously top the US and UK classical charts.

Russell has performed for some of the world’s most distinguished figures, including Queen Elizabeth II, King Charles, Pope John Paul II, three US presidents, and royalty from Japan to Malaysia.

Known for his unforgettable performances at major events, he’s sung at the Champions League final, the Commonwealth Games, and in front of 450,000 people at Washington, DC’s Capitol building.

In addition to his musical career, he has also starred in musical theatre productions such as War of the Worlds, Christina, and Chicago.

Russell Watson will be appearing at the Cambridge Corn Exchange on Sunday, 2 November 2025. For more information, visit russellwatson.com.