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The Divine Comedy

Rainy Sunday Afternoon

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Neil Hannon sitting at a table drinking coffee

Join Neil Hannon and his band as they return with their latest orchestral pop masterpiece, Rainy Sunday Afternoon.

Returning for the first time since their epic five show residency in 2022, The Divine Comedy bring us new music from their forthcoming album, Rainy Sunday Afternoon.

Following the success of Office Politics and Charmed Life, Neil Hannon is back with a deeply personal album blending humour, melancholy, and orchestral grandeur. Recorded at Abbey Road and entirely written, arranged, and produced by Hannon, Rainy Sunday Afternoon reflects on themes of memory, mortality, and the chaos of modern life.

As The Divine Comedy embark on their October UK tour, fans can expect a night of masterful storytelling, rich arrangements, and captivating new music, including the recently released track Achilles. Known for his theatrical live performances, Hannon’s ability to mix wit, emotion, and impeccable musicianship makes this a must-see show.

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Best Seat Package

Includes:

A top price seated ticket to enjoy the show
A Rainy Sunday Afternoon Tour gift pack devised by Neil Hannon 
A signed high quality photo print of Neil

These items are exclusive to this package and cannot be bought. 

Produced by the Barbican

This concert may contain strobe lighting effects and haze.

Stage times will be confirmed closer to the event. 

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No booking fees. Subject to availability.

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