Joe Longthorne returns to the Grand Opera House York

plus special guests

This talented artist began his career over three decades ago with appearances on Junior Showtime, followed by a grounding on the tough Northern club circuit. His big break came in 1981 when he was a finalist on London Weekend Television's Search for a Star - this lead to appearances at the London Palladium with Bob Hope and The Talk of the Town. A short time later, Joe received the Variety Club of Britain award as Most Promising Artiste of the Year. Television specials in the UK and USA followed. Joe's repertoire of voices is endless and includes hundreds of the world's top singers, however, he is perhaps best known for his impersonation of Shirley Bassey who has commented, "Joe can do me better than I can do myself". During his career, Joe has received gold and platinum discs for his albums, enjoyed sell-out concerts at the Royal Albert Hall, as well as touring Australia several times. Now, Joe is looking forward to new challenges, new songs to sing and new audiences to thrill. Joe Longthorne is playing the Grand Opera House York on Friday 7 May at 7.30pm Tickets are priced at £20.00 & £22.50 and are available from box office on 0844 847 2322 or online at www.grandoperahouseyork.org.uk More Information For more information, biogs, images or to arrange an interview please contact Celestine Dubruel, Press Officer, by emailing celestinedubruel@theambassadors.com or calling 01904 678 711.