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Benson Boone is one of the hottest popstars on the planet right now. The American singer-songwriter has produced some of the biggest pop hits of the last few years, with hits like ‘Beautiful Things’ (the most streamed song in the world in 2024) and ‘In the Stars’.
In other words, it’s a big deal that Boone is in London this week. Benson Boone’s American Heart world tour is currently in the UK, and he’s lined up three huge gigs at the capital’s biggest indoor arena.
Over the weekend there was concern that Boone may not be able to play the London shows, as his Birmingham arena gig was called off at the last minute. He’s since confirmed on his Instagram that ‘London is a go’.
Seeing Benson Boone in London this week (or still hoping to get a last-minute ticket)? Here’s what you need to know about the gigs, from timings to remaining ticket availability.
When is Benson Boone playing London’s O2?
Benson Boone is at the O2 on three consecutive nights this week:
- Monday November 3
- Tuesday November 4
- Wednesday November 5
What time do doors open?
At all three shows, the venue’s doors will open at 6.30pm. However, the O2’s shops, restaurants and bars will be open in advance.
When will Benson Boone come on stage?
Timings are approximate and subject to change, but Boone is expected on stage at around 9pm. At the first show, he came on at 9pm.
Who is supporting Benson Boone at the O2?
Support at all three gigs will come from Manchester soul singer Elliot James Reay. Reay should take to the stage at around 7.50pm.
Last-minute tickets
Boone’s tour has sold very, very well – there are very few tickets available for any of his London shows. You can check Ticketmaster here for any tickets that get put back up, and also scour resale sites like Stubhub here (from around £96) and Viagogo here (from around £90).
Setlist
Here’s an example of an American Heart tour setlist from the first night in London (according to Setlist.fm)
- I Wanna Be the One You Call
- Wanted Man
- Sorry I’m Here for Someone Else
- Man in Me
- Drunk in My Mind
- Slow It Down
- Be Someone
- Mystical Magical
- Pretty Slowly
- In the Stars
- Let Me Go / There She Goes / Sugar Sweet
- Take Me Home
- Young American Heart
- Mr Electric Blue
- Momma Song
- Love of Mine
- Reminds Me of You
- Beautiful Things
- Cry
Bag policy and banned items
The O2 has a fairly strict bag policy. Each guest is permitted one bag, and it must be smaller than A4 size. Bags that are too big can be put in storage for £10 per item.
Here are all the items usually banned at the venue.
- Illegal items/drugs
- Weapons
- Bladed/sharp articles
- Ammunition
- Explosives
- Horns
- Whistles
- Drums
- Fireworks
- Flags and flagpoles
- Inflatables
- Large umbrellas
- Glass bottles
- Flammable liquids
- Laser pens
- Professional camera equipment
- Alcoholic beverages
- Animals (except service dogs)
- Confetti, glitter bombs and balloons
- Wheeled footwear
- Helmets and full-face masks
- GoPros and iPads
Why was Benson Boone’s Birmingham show cancelled?
Boone cancelled a show at Birmingham’s Utilita Arena on the weekend over concerns about his voice and throat. He said in a statement: ‘I am so sorry but I will not be able to perform tonight’.
‘I have tried everything I can to revive my voice, but I cannot give you the show I’d like to be able to give you with the condition of my throat right now.’ He added: ‘This is genuinely the crappiest feeling, I am so sorry.’
Will Benson Boone’s London shows be cancelled?
Following the Birmingham show being rescheduled, Boone confirmed his Instagram page that the first London show was ‘a go’.
Surprise guests at Benson Boone’s London gigs
At the second Boone gig at the O2, the singer brought out Queen legend Brian May for his encore. Together they performed immortal banger ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’.
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