Lily Allen to Perform “West End Girl” Across UK Theatres
Lily Allen is set to bring her new work, “West End Girl,” to theaters across the UK. This marks her first tour in seven years, coinciding with the release of her fifth studio album. The album is heavily influenced by her personal experiences, particularly the emotional aftermath of her marriage to actor David Harbour.
Tour Details
The 2026 tour will kick off on March 2nd at the Royal Concert Hall in Glasgow. Allen plans to perform the songs in the order they appear on the album, providing a curated experience for fans. This choice of venue reflects her intention to showcase her new music in intimate settings.
Confirmed Tour Dates:
- March 2: Glasgow, Royal Concert Hall
- March 3: Liverpool, Philharmonic Hall
- March 5: Birmingham, Symphony Hall
- March 7: Sheffield, City Hall
- March 8: Newcastle, City Hall
- March 10: Manchester, Aviva Studios
- March 11: Manchester, Aviva Studios
- March 14: Nottingham, Royal Concert Hall
- March 15: Cambridge, Corn Exchange
- March 17: Bristol, Beacon
- March 18: Cardiff, New Theatre
- March 20: London, Palladium
- March 21: London, Palladium
Response to “West End Girl”
In a review by Hannah Ewens for The Independent, the album’s narrative quality was noted as a significant strength. Ewens emphasized how the pain from Allen’s breakup has provided her with creative clarity, framing the work as both sharp and insightful.
Lily Allen’s Personal Journey
Allen publicly discussed her personal struggles in an interview with Interview Magazine. Reflecting on her split from Harbour in late 2022, she described how the experience has influenced her artistry. Although her marriage had its challenges, Allen expressed that she now feels a sense of peace.
She explained that writing during the turmoil of her breakup has allowed her to explore her “authentic voice” as an artist. Allen mentioned, “It’s not a cruel album. It was just the feelings I was processing at the time.”
Ticket Information
Tickets for the tour will be available starting Friday, November 7th at 10 AM through Gigs and Tours and Ticketmaster. Fans are encouraged to act quickly, as the highly anticipated performances are expected to attract large audiences.
