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performed by After Midnight

UK Tour 2023

 

Classic Clapton in Sri Lanka

 

NB: Please check ticket availability, starting times, etc, with venue before setting off.

Beware of ticket agencies such as Seatwave who charge very high prices for concert tickets! We recommend that you buy your tickets from the venue box office if possible. Otherwise, stick to reputable ticket agencies such as Ticketweb, Ticketmaster, Ticketline, Wegottickets, Seetickets, etc. Don't pay more than the face value + a reasonable booking fee. If in doubt, contact the venue or ourselves before purchasing.

 

Dave & Mike at CullercoartsAfter Midnight unplugged
CULLERCOATS
Crescent Club

Mike and Dave performed an acoustic gig at Cullercoats Crescent Club. They played music by The Beatles, The Eagles and a number of 60's and 70's classics and two of Dave's original songs.

NB. This acoustic show was NOT an Eric Clapton Tribute Gig.

The duo return to The Crescent Club on Friday 1st September.

 

Friday
20 January

2023

 

Classic ClaptonHEXHAM
Queen's Hall
 

This was a superb concert with fantastic sold out crowd. This could be our final appearance at Queens Hall; if so it was a fabulous way to bid adieu. Mike intends to continue with acoustic concerts and the occasional After Midnight band gig from 2024 onwards.

 

Friday
3 March

2023

 

Classic Clapton in Helmsley

HELMSLEY, North Yorks
HelmsleyArts Centre

 

Another sold out show at one of our favourite Yorkshire venues. Mike may return here one day for a Classic Clapton unplugged concert.

 

 

Friday
31 March

2023

 

Classic Clapton unpluggedCLASSIC CLAPTON Unplugged
BARNSLEY, South Yorkshire
Lamproom Theatre

Mike & Adam return to the excellent Lamproom Theatre for a Classic Clapton unplugged show based around Slowhand's multi million selling album "Eric Clapton/unplugged".

Tel: 01226 200075
www.barnsleylamproom.com

Tickets are now on sale for this show.

Saturday
24 June

2023

7.30pm.

 

Classic Clapton in BlythBLYTH, Northumberland
Phoenix Theatre

Tel: 01670 367228
www.thephoenixtheatre.org.uk

Tickets are now on sale for this show.

 

Friday
14 July

2023

7.30pm.

 

Classic ClaptonLIVINGSTON
Howden Park Centre

Tel: 01506 340700
www.howdenparkcentre.co.uk

Tickets are now on sale for this show.

 

 

Saturday
29 July

2023

7.30pm.

 

Dave & Mike After Midnight unplugged
CULLERCOATS
Crescent Club

Tel: 0191 280 2625
www.cullercoatscrescentclub.co.uk

Mike and Dave will perform an acoustic gig at Cullercoats Crescent Club. They will play music by The Beatles, The Eagles and a number of 60's and 70's classics and two of Dave's original songs.

NB. This acoustic show will NOT be an Eric Clapton Tribute Gig.

Tickets go on sale soon.

 

Friday
1st September

2023

8pm

 

Classic Clapton unpluggedCLASSIC CLAPTON Unplugged

IRVINE, Scotland
The Harbour Arts Centre

Tel: 01294 274059
www.thehac.co.uk

Mike Hall and Adam Howells will perform Classic Clapton unplugged based around Slowhand's multi million selling album "Eric Clapton/unplugged" album.

Our previous gigs at this lovely little theatre sold out. You are advised to book early.

 

Friday
29 September

2023

7.30pm.

 

Classic ClaptonMILTON KEYNES
The Stables Theatre

Tel: 01908 280800
www.stables.org

Tickets are now on sale for this show.

 

Friday
3 November

2023

8pm

 

Classic Clapton Farewell Concert
The Sage GatesheadGATESHEAD
Sage Gateshead

This promises to be a very special occasion.  Tickets are selling fast.  Contact box office soon to avoid disappointment.

Tel: 0191 443 4661
www.sagegateshead.com

 

Saturday
2 December

2023

8pm.

 

 

Previous Highlights

2001

Waterfront HallBELFAST
Waterfront Hall

11th April 2001
BLYTH
Phoenix Theatre
16th June 2001
NEWCASTLE
Live Theatre
6th July 2001
BEVERLEY
Playhouse
15th September 2001
SOUTH SHIELDS
Customs House
29th September 2001
WORCESTER
Huntingdon Hall
20th October 2001
2002 Highlights
DERBY
Assembly Rooms
2nd February 2002
BELFAST
Waterfront Hall


2nd March 2002
LONDON
Royal Festival Hall
23rd March 2002
CRAWLEY
The Hawth Theatre
22nd June 2002
GLASTONBURY FESTIVAL 2002

Glastonbury logo

Classic Clapton played the gig of our lives at the legendary festival. Thousands of eager fans crammed into the giant marquee known as The Acoustic Stage. They witnessed a breath-taking 50 minute set. The place was jumping!

AFTER 17 YEARS ON THE ROAD, THIS WAS DEFINITELY OUR BEST GIG YET!

We have recently uploaded videos onto our YouTube website including 2 songs from Glastonbury in 20002. Sunshine of Your Love & Layla. To see these live performances from CLASSIC CLAPTON gigs click on the following link:-

CLASSIC CLAPTON YouTube

29th June
2002

Thank you to all the fans who gave us such a great reception and to all the lovely people who came up afterwards and said it was the high-light of the festival for them. Especially a BIG THANK YOU to Michael Eavis for inviting us to perform at his brilliant festival. Please invite us back one day.
WORCESTER
Huntingdon Hall

26th October 2002
SOUTH SHIELDS
Customs House

16th November 2002
2003 Highlights
CLASSIC CLAPTON unplugged!
NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE
Live Theatre
21st February 2003
Classic Clapton UnpluggedCLASSIC CLAPTON unplugged!
BELFAST
Waterfront Hall
Classic Clapton's third visit to this lovely venue, was the best yet. The concert was recorded and has now been released as a live CD - "CLASSIC CLAPTON Unplugged!''
29th March 2003
LIVINGSTON
Howden Park Centre

3rd October 2003
CUMBERNAULD
Cumbernauld Theatre

24th October 2003
CRAWLEY
Hawth Theatre

8th November 2003
CLASSIC CLAPTON unplugged!
EDINBURGH
St Bride's Centre

This was the last completely Unpluggedgig we will do for quite some time. It was a tremendous success, possibly one of the best acoustic shows we have ever done!
We will of course, continue to include an Unplugged segment in our electric concerts.

15th November 2003
ST ANDREWS
Byre Theatre

29th November 2003

2004 Highlights

DURHAM CITY
Gala Theatre

5th February 2004
WORCESTER
Huntingdon Hall

28th February 2004

Estonia poster ESTONIA International Music Festival "Summercountry"
SUVEKANTRI 2004 , ELVA Festival Arena
Thank you to all of our Estonian friends for giving us such a fantastic welcome.

To see photos from our two visits to Estonia in 2004 & 2007 - Go to Estonia

10th July 2004
Classic Cream CDA Tribute to CREAM
(Special one-off event)
NEWCASTLE upon TYNE

These two gigs were recorded and the best takes have now been released as After Midnight's third album "CLASSIC CREAM performed by After Midnight".
1st & 2nd October 2004
CRAWLEY
Hawth Theatre

22nd October 2004
CRAWLEY
Hawth Theatre

23rd October 2004
SOUTH SHIELDS
Customs House
7th November 2004


IRISH TOUR 2004

Thank you to all our Irish fans. We thoroughly enjoyed our 8 gigs in the Emerald Isle. It was a tremendous experience.

To see photos from the Irish Tours - Go to Irish Tour



11th - 21st November 2004
GRANTHAM, Lincolnshire
Guildhall Arts Centre

3rd December 2004

2005 Highlights

CHELTENHAM
Town Hall

14th January 2005
WHITEHAVEN
Rosehill Theatre

4th February 2005
CUMBERNAULD
Cumbernauld Theatre
4th March 2005
LIVINGSTON
Howden Park Centre
29th July 2005
GLENFARG, Near Perth
The Famous Bein Inn
30th July 2005
 NORWICH
Maddermarket Theatre

6th October 2005
WARLINGHAM, Surrey
Botley Hill Farmhouse

7th October 2005
ABERDEEN
Arts Centre Theatre

14th October 2005
DARLINGTON
Arts Centre
28th October 2005
NANTWICH
Alvaston Hall

19th November 2005
After Midnight's 20th Anniversary Concert
NEWCASTLE upon TYNE
The Journal Tyne Theatre

20th Birthday Gig

Nearly 700 Geordie fans turned up to celebrate After Midnight's 20th Anniversary. It was a fantastic way to celebrate our most successful tour yet.
1st December 2005

2006 Highlights

WHITEHAVEN
Rosehill Theatre

Saturday
4th February 2006
HAYWARDS HEATH, West Sussex
Clair Hall

Friday
24th February 2006
TEWKESBURY
Roses Theatre

Friday
3rd March 2006
DURHAM CITY
Gala Theatre


Friday
12th May 2006
ST ANDREWS
Byre Theatre

Saturday
20th May 2006
2006 IRISH TOURS - AUG/SEPT & NOVEMBER 2006
Thank you to all our Irish fans - old and new. We thoroughly enjoyed our 7 gigs in the Emerald Isle. It was a tremendous experience. We hope to see you again soon.

To see photos from our Irish Tours - Go to Irish Tour

THORPE Le SOKEN, ESSEX
Thorpe Club

Saturday
25th November 2006
After Midnight Xmas Party
and 21st Anniversary Gig

NEWCASTLE upon TYNE

Duke of Wellington
Friday
22nd December 2006

2007 Highlights

ABERGAVENNY
Borough Theatre


This was only our fourth ever concert in Wales, but it was the best so far, thanks to a fantastic audience.

Saturday
3rd February 2007
ESTONIA
Vanemuise Concert Hall, Tartu


To see photos from our two visits to Estonia in 2004 & 2007 - Go to Estonia
Wednesday
4th April 2007
BATHGATE, West Lothian
Regal Community Theatre
Friday
27th April 2007
Sotogrande Blues FestivalSPAIN
Sotogrande Blues Festival

Our first visit to Spain was such a tremendous success that we were invited back to perform in Madrid in January 2008.

To see photos from our Spanish trip - Go to Spain

Saturday
11th August 2007
WORCESTER FESTIVAL
Huntingdon Hall
Monday
27th August 2007
Customs HouseSOUTH SHIELDS
Customs House
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Thank you to our north east fans for making this a very special evening.
Saturday
27th Oct 2007
LUTON
The Library Theatre


Friday
16th Nov 2007
GLENFARG, Near Perth
The Famous Bein Inn

Friday
23rd Nov 2007

2008 Highlights

SPAIN
Star Cafe, MADRID

Our first performance in the Spanish capital city was a great success. Thank you to Jose Manuel for inviting us to play at The Star Cafe. We hope to return one day.


To see photos from our 2007 & 2008 Spanish Concerts - Go to Spain

Saturday
12th January 2008

HEXHAM
Queen's Hall


Friday
25th January 2008

ABERGAVENNY
Borough Theatre

Saturday
2nd Feb 2008
TEWKESBURY
Roses Theatre


Another capacity crowd following our sell-out debut in 2006.
Saturday
23rd Feb 2008
NORWICH
Maddermarket Theatre


Saturday
1st March 2008

STOCKSBRIDGE Near Sheffield
The Venue



Saturday
29th March 2008

Acoustic FestivalAcoustic Festival of Britain

Catton Hall Park

Derbyshire

It was a privilege to follow on the same stage immediately after Fairport Convention and just before our heroes Jethro Tull.

Sunday
25th May 2008
HELMSLEY, North Yorks
Arts Centre


Thursday
3 July 2008

GAINSBOROUGH, Lincs.
The Sands Venue


This concert was broadcast live on the Internet. To see a review of it from one of our fans - Go to Reviews

To see the band performing "Badge" from this concert- Go to Videos
Friday
25th July 2008

MOIRA, South Derbyshire
Conkers Amphitheatre


Guitar Greats Festival

Saturday
16th August 2008

The Sage Gateshead

GATESHEAD
The Sage Gateshead


Our concert at Tyneside's most prestigious venue was a great success.

Wednesday
15th Oct. 2008


ST. ANDREWS
The Inn at Lathones

Saturday
1st Nov. 2008

After Midnight's 23rd Anniversary Concert
GRANTHAM, Lincs.
Guildhall Arts Centre


Friday
5th Dec. 2008
After Midnight Xmas Party

NEWCASTLE

Duke of Wellington

Friday
19th December 2008

2009 Highlights (World Tour)

MILTON KEYNES, UK
The Stables


22nd February 2009
IRVINE, Scotland
The Harbour Arts Centre


28th February 2009
BATHGATE, Scotland
Regal Community Theatre


6th March 2009
NORWICH, UK
Maddermarket Theatre


4th April2009
Georgian Theatre RoyalRICHMOND, UK
Georgian Theatre Royal

If anyone hasn't seen this theatre yet, you must visit for a guided tour. It is historic, quaint, charming and has a fantastic atmosphere.
www.georgiantheatreroyal.co.uk
2nd May2009
Mumbai ConcertMUMBAI, India


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St Andrews Auditorium


This trip was the experience of a lifetime. 10,000 miles in 4 days. The Indian people made us so welcome. The concert was fantastic, one of the best gigs we have done for ages.
We are honoured to be invited back for 3 more shows in 2016.

To see photos & video from our 2009 Mumbai trip - Go to Mumbai

Friday
17th July

2009
Mumbai ConcertNORTHERN IRELAND
BELFAST
Taste & Music Fest

Belfast Botanic Gardens

Thursday
6th August

2009
Groesbeek Tribute partyHOLLAND
Groesbeek Tribute Party

De Wolfsberg Hotel, Groesbeek, near Nijmegen


This was our first ever concert in Holland but we hope it is not the last. We performed an open air show in front of 2,000 people. The sun was shining and a jolly good time was had by all.

To see photos & video from Groesbeek Tribute Party - Go to Holland



Sunday
23rd August

2009

NORTHERN IRELAND
OMAGH

Strule Arts Centre

Friday
25th September

2009
SOUTHERN IRELAND
TIPPERARY

Tipperary Excel

Saturday
26th September

2009
Durham Gala TheatreDURHAM CITY, UK
Gala Theatre

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This was a special "home-coming" for front-man Mike, who was born in Durham. It was our third appearance at this excellent venue, but it was the best yet.

Monday
19th October

2009
ST. ANDREWS, Scotland
The Inn at Lathones, Largoward, Leven


Saturday
7th November

2009
BUILTH WELLS, Wales
Wyeside Arts Centre



Saturday
14th November

2009
After Midnight Xmas Party
and 24th Anniversary Gig

NORTH SHIELDS

Magnesia Bank
Friday
18th December

2009

2010 Highlights

MILTON KEYNES
The Stables


Friday
5th March

2010
BANBURY, Oxfordshire
The Mill Arts Centre



Saturday
27th March

2010
Outside The Cavern
LIVERPOOL
The Cavern Club


This was a very special occassion for us, to play at the world famous Cavern Club, the birth-place of The Beatles. It was also an excellent gig. We were invited back in May 2011
Saturday
17th April

2010

ABERDEEN
Arts Centre Theatre



Saturday
24th April

2010
LIVINGSTON
Howden Park Centre


Friday
15th October

2010
ST. ANDREWS, Scotland
The Inn at Lathones



Saturday
13th November

2010
Newcastle City HallAfter Midnight's 25th Anniversary Concert
NEWCASTLE upon TYNE
Newcastle City Hall


Thank you to everyone who came along to our 25th Anniversary Concert at Newcastle City Hall on 11th December 2010. 800 people from all over the UK made the hazardous journey to Newcastle so they could sample a piece of "real Geordie culture". A tremendous time was had by all.

To see photos & video from the City Hall Concert - Go to Newcastle City Hall

Saturday
11th December

2010

2011 Highlights

IRVINE, Scotland
The Harbour Arts Centre


Saturday
29th January

2011
Georgian Theatre RoyalRICHMOND, North Yorkshire
Georgian Theatre Royal

To read a review of this concert go to:- Yorkshire Gig Guide
Saturday
19th February

2011
REDCAR
Redcar Blues Club


Saturday
2nd April

2011
Outside The Cavern May 2011LIVERPOOL
The Cavern Club


This was our second appearance at the legendary Cavern Club, the birth-place of The Beatles. Incredibly, it was even better than our first gig last year. This was also the farewell gig for our bass playerJohn Forster who retired after 9 loyal years in the band.

Saturday
28th May

2011

PERSHORE, Worcs.
Number 8 Community Arts Centre


Friday
4th November

2011
After Midnight + SantaAfter Midnight Xmas Party
and 26th Anniversary Gig

NEWCASTLE upon TYNE

Cluny2


Our Christmas Party gig was a great success.

To see photos from the Christmas Parties from the last 5 years - Go to Christmas Party



Friday
16th December

2011

2012 Highlights


MILTON KEYNES
The Stables



Friday
3rd February

2012
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Legends of Rock Festival

3-Day festival featuring 26 original & tribute bands incl. CLASSIC CLAPTON


This was an amazing gig. 1,600 rock fans packed into the venue to enjoy non-stop quality rock. CLASSIC CLAPTON received a rapturous reception. To read more about the festival go to:- Legends of Rock Festival

To watch video of Classic Clapton performing White Room at the festival click on the link:- White Room

Saturday
10th March

2012

Eric Clapton Birthday Concert
BANBURY
The Mill Arts Centre


CLASSIC CLAPTON made a welcome return to Mill Arts Centre. This time we celebrated Eric’s birthday – he was 67 on the previous day. It was a great concert with an excellent atmosphere.

Saturday
31st March

2012


ORKNEY
The New Phoenix, Pickaquoy Centre


CLASSIC CLAPTON's first visit to Orkney was a joy. The Island is beautiful. The sun shone for the whole weekend from the minute we arrived. The venue was great and the people were just so friendly. We hope to return again one day.

To read a review of this concert go to:- Orkney Review


Saturday
28th April

2012
Outside The Cavern June 2012LIVERPOOL
The Cavern Club



This was our third appearance at the legendary Cavern Club, the birth-place of The Beatles.

Friday
1st June

2012

NORWICH
Maddermarket Theatre

Another sell-out show for our fourth appearance at the Maddermarket Theatre - one of our favourite venues.


Friday
8th June

2012
HULLBRIDGE, Essex
The Touchline



Friday
14th September

2012
ISLE OF WIGHT
Bembridge Coast Hotel

450 people turned up to witness our first ever performance on the Isle of Wight.


Saturday
10th November

2012
After Midnight Xmas Party
and 27th Anniversary Gig

NEWCASTLE upon TYNE

Cluny2
After Midnight's 2012 Christmas Party was another great success.

To see photos from the Christmas Parties from the last 5 years - Go to Christmas Party


Friday
14th December

2012
Dave & Mike unpluggedAFTER MIDNIGHT unplugged - New Year's Eve Party

NEWCASTLE upon TYNE

The Rooftop Bar @ Luciano's

NB: this was not an Eric Clapton Tribute Gig.

New Year's Eve
Monday
31st December

2012

2013 Highlights

OXFORD
Joe's Bar & Bistro



Thursday
7th February

2013
LYME REGIS, Dorset
Marine Theatre




Saturday
9th February

2013
IRVINE, Scotland
The Harbour Arts Centre


To watch video of Classic Clapton performing two songs at this gig click on the links below:-

Layla

Little Wing


Saturday
23rd February

2013
8pm
NORFOLK, Diss
Diss Corn Hall



This was our first ever visit to Diss It is a great venue and the capacity audience gave us a rousing reception. We are returning to the venue on 25 April 2015.

To read a review of this concert go to:- Diss Review


Friday
8th March

2013
The Sage GatesheadGATESHEAD
The Sage Gateshead


Our second appearance at Tyneside's most prestigious venue was another sell-out show. This was even better than our first visit in 2008. So good in fact that we have decided to hold our 30th Anniversary gig here in December 2015.

Good Friday
29th March

2013
Dave & Mike at PortersAFTER MIDNIGHT unplugged

TYNEMOUTH

Porters Coffee House



Saturday
11th May & Saturday 15th June

2013

DORSET, Christchurch
Regent Centre


Here is a review of the gig:- mags4dorset


Saturday
7th September

2013
Darlington CivicDARLINGTON
Civic Theatre



This was our first ever visit to Darlington Civic Theatre It is a beautiful old venue and the enthusiastic audience gave us a great reception. Let us hope we can return one day.

Saturday
5th October

2013
Xmas Party 2013After Midnight Xmas Party
and 28th Anniversary Gig

NEWCASTLE upon TYNE

Cluny2


NB. This gig was NOT an Eric Clapton Tribute Gig.

To see photos from the Christmas Parties from the last 5 years - Go to Christmas Party



Friday
20th December

2013

2014 Highlights

MILTON KEYNES
The Stables Theatre


This was a great start to our 2014 UK Tour. One of our favourite theatres and it always sells out!

Friday
21 February

2014

BRECON, South Wales
Theatr Brycheiniog


We really enjoyed our return visit to Brecon, especially as it was St David's Day.

Saturday
1st March

2014

GLENROTHES, Scotland
Rothes Halls


This was our first ever appearance at Rothes Halls and it was a cracking gig! What a well organised venue. The fantastic Fife audience gave us a rousing reception.


Saturday
15 March

2014

ALNWICK, Northumberland
Alnwick Playhouse

We really enjoyed our first ever appearance at Alnwick Playhouse. What a great audience.


Easter Saturday
19 April

2014
Dave & Mike at PortersAFTER MIDNIGHT unplugged

TYNEMOUTH

Porters Coffee House

Mike and Dave took time off from the Classic Clapton UK Tour to perform an acoustic gig at Porters Coffee House. They performed music by The Beatles, The Eagles and a number of 60's and 70's classics.
NB: this was NOT an Eric Clapton Tribute Gig.


Friday
25 April

2014

CRAWLEY
Hawth Studio

We really enjoyed returning to Crawley Hawth for the first time in 7 years. Our previous concerts there sold out, so this time we played 2 consecutive nights. Both nights attracted a great crowd. We changed the set on the second night to give it more of a blues feel. The audience loved it. This was one comment from Mark Edmondson, "when we closed our eyes we thought we were back at a Clapton concert we went to many years ago at Earls Court".


Friday 30 May
&
Saturday 31 May
2014
Chateau de Lacoste
FRANCE
DORDOGNE, Sarlat
Chateau de Lacoste

Also appearing were "No Stilletto Shoes" (Andy Fairweather Low, Gary Brooker & Dave Bronze) + Classic Clapton + The Celtic Tenors. You can see photos from our trip on our Facebook page here:- www.facebook.com/classicclapton

Saturday
2 August

2014
Belladrum Festival 2014Belladrum (Tartan Heart) Festival
Belladrum Estate, By Beauly

Inverness-shire

www.tartanheartfestival.co.uk

It was a privilege to appear at this prestigious festival alongside great artistes such as Tom Jones & Razorlight.

Saturday
9 August

2014
HULLBRIDGE, Essex
Touchline Live Music


You can see photos from this gig on The Touchline Facebook page here:- www.facebook.com/classicclapton


Friday
12 September

2014

DORSET, Christchurch
Regent Centre


Another fantastic night at The Regent Centre and a near capacity crowd. Here is a review of our 2013 Christchurch gig:- mags4dorset


Saturday
13 September

2014
The Last Waltz ShowThe Last Waltz Show
Newcastle Tyne Theatre


Mike was asked to perform Further On Up The Road with The Last Waltz Show at Mill Tyne Theatre on 19 Sept 2014. Great band and lovely experience. We have put a video of the song on YouTube; to watch it go to our Videos page. There are also some photos from the gig on our Facebook page:- www.facebook.com/classicclapton


Friday
19 September

2014
DURHAM CITY
Gala Theatre



This was a special "home-coming" for front-man Mike, who was born in Durham. Well over 300 fans turned up including some of Mike's old school friends. This was the fourth time the band have packed out The Gala Theatre.

Friday
26 September

2014
After Midnight + SantaAfter Midnight Xmas Party
and 29th Anniversary Gig

NEWCASTLE upon TYNE

Cluny2

NB. This was NOT an Eric Clapton Tribute Gig.

To see photos from the Christmas Parties from the last 5 years - Go to Christmas Party

Friday
19 December

2014
CLASSIC CLAPTON UnpluggedHolland Unplugged
HOLLAND
De Wolfsberg Hotel, Groesbeek, near Nijmegen


Following the band's successful appearance at The Groesbeek Tribute Party in 2009, Mike and Dave took time off from the UK Tour to perform a CLASSIC CLAPTON Unplugged gig at the same venue on 27 December 2014.

You can see photos from the trip on our Facebook page here:- www.facebook.com/classicclapton


Saturday
27 December

2014

2015 Highlights

Dave & Mike unpluggedAFTER MIDNIGHT unplugged


TYNEMOUTH

Porters Coffee House

Mike and Dave took time off from the Classic Clapton UK Tour to perform two acoustic gigs at Porters Coffee House. They performed music by The Beatles, The Eagles and a number of 60's and 70's classics.
NB: these were NOT Eric Clapton Tribute Gigs.

Friday
30 January

&

6 February

IRVINE, Scotland
The Harbour Arts Centre

To watch video of Classic Clapton performing two songs at this venue in 2013 click on the links below:-

Layla

Little Wing

Mike will return to Harbour Arts for a Classic Clapton unplugged concert in November 2016. 

Friday
20 February

2015
ABERGAVENNY
Borough Theatre

A capacity crowd gave us a great reception. 

Friday
27 February

2015

 

NORFOLK, Diss
Diss Corn Hall

A welcome return following our sold-out concert there in 2013. This one also SOLD OUT. 

To read a review of the 2013 concert go to:- Diss Review

Saturday
25 April

2015
NORFOLK, Dereham
Dereham Memorial Hall

Friday
15 May

2015

 

ROTHERHAM REAL ALE & MUSIC FESTIVAL
MAGNA Science Centre, Sheffield Road Rotherham

 

This was a very impressive festival with more than 40 live music acts over 3 days.  Several thousand people packed into the main hall to watch the Classic Clapton set. Proceeds from the festival went to 4 local charities.

Saturday
13 June

2015
Georgian Theatre RoyalRICHMOND, North Yorkshire
Georgian Theatre Royal

A welcome return following our sold-out concerts there in 2009 & 2011. This is a lovely little theatre. It is very quaint - like a cross between Leeds Varieties Theatre and a dolls house! In March 2016 we return to nearby Masham Town Hall.

To read a review of our 2011 concert go to:- Yorkshire Gig Guide

Friday
26 June

2015
Dave & Mike at PortersAFTER MIDNIGHT unplugged

TYNEMOUTH

Porters Coffee House
 

Mike and Dave took time off from the Classic Clapton UK Tour to perform an acoustic gig at Porters Coffee House. They performed music by The Beatles, The Eagles and a number of 60's and 70's classics.

Friday
31 July

2015
 
LYME REGIS, Dorset
Dave & Mike at PortersMarine Theatre

Another excellent sold out show at one of our favourite south coast venues.  Here is a picture from this gig.

Friday
11 September

2015
MILTON KEYNES
The Stables Theatre

This sold out show was a brilliant way to finish off the tour before our 30th Anniversary gig at Sage Gateshead. 400 enthusiastic people gave us a standing ovation. What is more they helped us raise GBP275 for Cancer Research UK.

Friday
27 November

2015
After Midnight's 30th Anniversary Concert
The Sage GatesheadGATESHEAD
Sage Gateshead

Thank you to everyone who came along to our 30th Anniversary Concert at Sage Gateshead on 5th December 2015. 400 people from all over the UK made the hazardous journey to Newcastle to help us celebrate and at the same time raised GBP 245 for Cancer Research UK. A tremendous time was had by all.

You can see photos from the gig on our Facebook page here:- www.facebook.com/classicclapton

Saturday
5 December

2015
 
After Midnight's New Year's Eve Party After Midnight at The Cluny

NEWCASTLE upon TYNE

Cluny2

Instead of their usual Christmas gig this year After Midnight held a New Year's Eve Party at Cluny2. The audience helped us raise another GBP150 for Cancer Research UK. The total raised at our 3 gigs since 20 November 2015 reached GBP 850 which was handed over to the charity in January 2016.
NB: this was NOT an Eric Clapton Tribute Gig.

To see photos from the Christmas Parties from the last 5 years - Go to Christmas Party

 

Thursday
31 December

2015
 

2016 Highlights

CLASSIC CLAPTON in INDIA

Mumbai 2016Our 2009 concert in Mumbai was a fantastic experience. A 10,000 mile round trip for one concert. We were honoured to be invited back for 3 more shows in 2016 at the following venues:-

Phoenix Marketcity, Pune - Friday 15 January 2016

Phoenix Marketcity, Mumbai - Saturday 16 January 2016

Willingdon Catholic Gymkhana, Mumbai - Sunday 17 January 2016 Approx 3,500 people attended this open air concert.

To see photos & video from our 2009 Mumbai trip - Go to Mumbai

You can see photos & videos from our 2016 Indian Tour on our Facebook page here:- www.facebook.com/classicclapton

15,16,17 January
2016
Dave & Mike at PortersAFTER MIDNIGHT unplugged

TYNEMOUTH

Porters Coffee House

 

Mike and Dave took time off from the Classic Clapton Tour to perform another SOLD OUT  acoustic gig at Porters Coffee House. They performed music by The Beatles, The Eagles and a number of 60's and 70's classics.

NB: this was NOT an Eric Clapton Tribute Concert.

Friday
26 February

2016

ALNWICK, Northumberland
Alnwick Playhouse

 

Another excellent concert at Alnwick Playhouse following our first sold out appearance in 2014. We are very grateful to a number of fans who travelled hundreds of miles from other parts of the UK to see us in our native North East. We return to Alnwick Playhouse on 24 April 2020.

Friday
29 April

2016
Dave & Mike at PortersAFTER MIDNIGHT unplugged

TYNEMOUTH

Porters Coffee House

 

Mike and Dave took time off from the Classic Clapton Tour to perform another SOLD OUT acoustic gig at Porters Coffee House. They performed music by The Beatles, The Eagles and a number of 60's and 70's classics.

NB: this was NOT an Eric Clapton Tribute Concert.

Friday
29 July

2016
Classic Clapton unpluggedCLASSIC CLAPTON Unplugged

IRVINE, Scotland
The Harbour Arts Centre

The first unplugged gig by Mike Hall and Adam Howells was a terrific success, with a great response from the SOLD OUT Irvine audience. They return to Irvine in September 2019. Future Classic Clapton unplugged shows are planned eg Kinross in December 2019.

Music lover Tom Mccrorie posted this comment on Facebook:- Brilliant acoustic concert last night at The Harbour Arts Centre in Irvine.  Mike Hall not only looks like Eric Clapton but can play guitar like him. His sidekick on the gig was Adam Howells who was superb. All the old favourites from across Eric's albums. "After Midnight" is the acoustic duo from the full "Classic Clapton" tribute group and for my money, they sound more like Clapton.  Mike's voice is amazingly similar to Clapton's and seems to be getting better with age. Adam's backing vocals were perfect and he also fronted a couple of numbers himself.  Great show and I will definitely book up for the next one.

Saturday
5 November

2016
After Midnight at The ClunyAfter Midnight Xmas Party
and 31st Anniversary Gig

NEWCASTLE upon TYNE

Cluny2

NB. This was NOT an Eric Clapton Tribute Gig.

To see photos from the Christmas Parties from the last 5 years - Go to Christmas Party

Friday
16 December

2016

2017 Highlights

Dave & Mike at PortersAfter Midnight unplugged
TYNEMOUTH
Porters Cafe & Music Bar

Mike and Dave took time off from the Classic Clapton Tour to perform an acoustic gig at Porters Cafe & Music Bar. They performed music by The Beatles, The Eagles and a number of 60's and 70's classics.

NB: this was NOT an Eric Clapton Tribute gig.

Friday
27 January

2017
Charity Concert in Aid of St Cuthbert's Hospice

DURHAM
Gala Theatre

This special Charity Gig  featured two bands - After Midnight & The Fix. You can see photos from the show on our Facebook page here:- www.facebook.com/classicclapton

Over Three Thousand Pounds was raised for St Cuthbert's Hospice. NB: this was NOT an Eric Clapton Tribute Concert.

We returned to the venue for another sold out Classic Clapton Show on Friday 27 October (see below).

Tuesday
21 February

2017
Classic Clapton in SRI LANKA

Mumbai 2016Our 2016 tour of India was a fantastic experience. Approx 3,500 people attended the open air concert on the final night of the tour. This year we were invited to perform at the following venue in Colombo, the capital city of Sri Lanka.

Park Street Mews, Colombo - Saturday 18 March 2017


To see photos & video from our Sri Lanka trip - Go to Colombo

You can also see photos & videos from the concert on our Facebook page here:- www.facebook.com/classicclapton

Saturday
18 March

2017
Dave & Mike at PortersAFTER MIDNIGHT unplugged

TYNEMOUTH

Porters Coffee House

 

Mike and Dave took time off from the Classic Clapton Tour to perform another SOLD OUT acoustic gig at Porters Coffee House. They performed music by The Beatles, The Eagles and a number of 60's and 70's classics.

NB: this was NOT an Eric Clapton Tribute Concert.

Friday
16 June

2017

After MidnightAfter Midnight

Chester le Street Golf Club
County Durham

After Midnight performed music by Free, Dire Straits, Steely Dan, The Beatles, The Eagles, Eric Clapton and a number of 60's and 70's classics

NB: this was NOT an Eric Clapton Tribute gig.

Saturday
19 August

2017
LANARK, Scotland
Lanark Memorial Hall

This was our first Scottish show with the full Classic Clapton band since January 2016. The audience reaction was brilliant.  This has encouraged us to do more Scottish concerts in future.

Friday
25 August

2017
Dave & Mike at PortersAfter Midnight unplugged
TYNEMOUTH
Porters Cafe & Music Bar

 

Mike and Dave took time off from the Classic Clapton Tour to perform an acoustic gig at Porters Cafe & Music Bar. They performed music by The Beatles, The Eagles and a number of 60's and 70's classics.

NB: this was NOT an Eric Clapton Tribute gig.

Friday
22 September

2017

DURHAM
Gala Theatre

 

This was our sixth appearance at one of our favourite venues in Mike's home town. A great capacity audience gave the band a rousing reception.

Friday
27 October

2017
Dave & Mike at PortersAfter Midnight unplugged
BBC Television Look North
Look North Weather Calendar Launch Party

In Aid of Children in Need

Mike and Dave performed an acoustic gig at The Launch Party for The Look North Weather Calendar (at BBC Newcastle Studios) which was televised.

Friday
10 November

2017
After Midnight at The Cluny 2017After Midnight Xmas Party
and 32nd Anniversary Gig

NEWCASTLE upon TYNE

Cluny2

NB. This was NOT an Eric Clapton Tribute Gig.

To see photos from the Christmas Parties from the last 6 years - Go to Christmas Party

We have created a Facebook photo album for the 2017 party - Go to After Midnight's Christmas Party

Friday
22 December

2017

 

2018 Highlights

Dave & Mike at Porters

After Midnight unplugged
CULLERCOATS
Crescent Club

Mike and Dave took time off from the Classic Clapton Tour to perform an acoustic gig at Cullercoats Crescent Club. They performed music by The Beatles, The Eagles and a number of 60's and 70's classics.

NB: this was NOT an Eric Clapton Tribute gig.

Friday
19 January

2018
 


Dave & Mike at PortersAfter Midnight unplugged
TYNEMOUTH
Porters Cafe & Music Bar

Another acoustic gig by Mike and Dave. NB: this was NOT an Eric Clapton Tribute gig.

Friday
16 March

2018
 

 

Dave & Mike at PortersCLASSIC CLAPTON Unplugged Tour of Scotland

including KINROSS, WICK & ORKNEY
 

Mike Hall and Adam Howells undertook a short Tour of Scotland in April. Their show was based around Slowhand's multi-million selling album ''Eric Clapton / unplugged''. It included many of the best tracks from that album, including Tears in Heaven, Running on Faith, Alberta, Old Love and of course Layla.  The concert also featured new acoustic versions of other Clapton Classics such as Wonderful Tonight, Lay Down Sally, Promises, Change the World and While My Guitar Gently Weeps.  They made a welcome return to Orkney after a gap of 6 years.  The full band performed there in 2012.

 

12-14 April

2018

 

The Sage GatesheadCLASSIC CLAPTON (full 4-piece band)

GATESHEAD
Sage Gateshead

This was a very enjoyable show with a good turn out at one of our favourite North East venues.

 

Thursday
26 April 2018


 
MILTON KEYNES
The Stables Theatre

 

This was our seventh appearance at The Stables Theatre which was founded by Sir John Dankworth & Dame Cleo Laine. As with all our previous shows here this one also sold out. A wonderful audience and one of the best venues in the universe!

Friday
8 June

2018
 

 

Classic Clapton unpluggedCLASSIC CLAPTON Unplugged

CRAWLEY
The Hawth Studio

Mike Hall and Adam Howells made a welcome return to Crawley Hawth in June with their Unplugged show. A near capacity crowd gave the duo a great reception. There are photos from the gig on our Facebook page:- www.facebook.com/classicclapton

 

Saturday
23 June

2018
 

 

CDave & Mike at PortersLASSIC CLAPTON Unplugged

YATELEY, Hampshire
The Gig on The Green Festival

The duo also appeared at the open air Gig on the Green with their Unplugged show. There are photos on our Facebook page of the vast crowd basking in the sunshine, enjoying the excellent acoustic music.  Have I Told You Yateley That I Love You?

 

Sunday
24 June

2018

Cullercoats Crescent ClubAfter Midnight unplugged
CULLERCOATS
Crescent Club

Another acoustic gig by Mike and Dave. 

NB This was NOT an Eric Clapton Tribute gig.

Friday
3 August

2018
Georgian Theatre RoyalCLASSIC CLAPTON (full 4-piece band)

RICHMOND, North Yorkshire
Georgian Theatre Royal

Another fabulous night at one of the prettiest and most intimate theatres in the country.

Friday
12 October

2018
 

 

HEXHAM
Queen's Hall

Fantastic capacity audience at Queen's Hall.

Friday
26 October

2018
After Midnight at The Cluny 2017After Midnight Xmas Party
and 33rd Anniversary Gig

NEWCASTLE upon TYNE

Cluny2

NB. This was NOT an Eric Clapton Tribute Gig.

To see photos from the Christmas Parties from the last 7 years - Go to Christmas Party

Friday
21 December

2018

 

2019 Highlights

 

Dave & Mike at PortersAfter Midnight unplugged
CULLERCOATS
Crescent Club

Mike and Dave took time off from the Classic Clapton Tour to perform two acoustic gigs at Cullercoats Crescent Club. They performed music by The Beatles, The Eagles and a number of 60's and 70's classics. Both shows sold out.  They return to the same venue on 24 January 2020.

NB. These 2 shows were NOT Eric Clapton Tribute Gigs.

 

Friday
18 January & 19 July 2019

 

 

Classic Clapton unpluggedCLASSIC CLAPTON Unplugged

IRVINE, Scotland
The Harbour Arts Centre

Mike Hall and Adam Howells performed Classic Clapton unplugged based around Slowhand's multi million selling album "Eric Clapton/unplugged" album. Another fantastic SOLD OUT gig.

Music lover Tom Mccrorie posted this comment on Facebook:- Brilliant acoustic concert last night at The Harbour Arts Centre in Irvine.  Mike Hall not only looks like Eric Clapton but can play guitar like him. His sidekick on the gig was Adam Howells who was superb. All the old favourites from across Eric's albums. "After Midnight" is the acoustic duo from the full "Classic Clapton" tribute group and for my money, they sound more like Clapton.  Mike's voice is amazingly similar to Clapton's and seems to be getting better with age. Adam's backing vocals were perfect and he also fronted a couple of numbers himself.  Great show and I will definitely book up for the next one.

 

Saturday
7 September

2019
 

 

CLASSIC CLAPTON (full 4-piece band)

CONSETT, Co Durham
Empire Theatre

 

Our first ever appearance at this theatre was a tremendous success.

 

Saturday
5 October

2019
 

 

After Midnight's 34th Anniversary Concert

WHITLEY BAY
Playhouse

The audience gave us a great reception for this special gig.

 

Monday
18 November

2019
 

 

After Midnight at The Cluny 2017After Midnight Xmas Party

NEWCASTLE upon TYNE

Cluny2

Yet another SOLD OUT show! NB. This was NOT an Eric Clapton Tribute Gig.

To see photos from the Christmas Parties from the last 8 years - Go to Christmas Party

 

Friday
20 December

2019

 

 

2020 Highlights

 

Mike HallAfter Midnight unplugged
CULLERCOATS
Crescent Club

Mike and Dave took time off from the Classic Clapton Tour to perform an acoustic gig at Cullercoats Crescent Club. They performed music by The Beatles, The Eagles and a number of 60's and 70's classics. They will return to the same venue in 2021.

NB. This show was NOT an Eric Clapton Tribute Gig.

 

Friday
24 January
2020

Dave & Mike After Midnight unplugged
Chester le Street Golf Club
County Durham

NB. This show was NOT an Eric Clapton Tribute Gig.

 

 

Saturday
29 February
2020

 

35 Anniversary TourCLASSIC CLAPTON (full 4-piece band)

HELMSLEY, North Yorks
HelmsleyArts Centre

Friday
6 March

2020

 

 

The Sage GatesheadCLASSIC CLAPTON

35th Anniversary Concert
GATESHEAD
Sage Gateshead

This show was re-scheduled from December 2020 to July 2021.  Unfortunately it did not take place because of the Covid situation.  However, The band are booked for a special performance on 2 December 2023.

 

Friday
4 December

2020

 

 

2021 Highlights

Dave & Mike After Midnight unplugged
CULLERCOATS
Crescent Club

Mike and Dave performed an acoustic gig at Cullercoats Crescent Club including music by The Beatles, The Eagles and a number of 60's and 70's classics.

NB. This acoustic show was NOT an Eric Clapton Tribute Gig.

 

Saturday

28 August
2021

 

35 Anniversary TourLIVINGSTON
Howden Park Centre

Our first concert in19 months because of the pandemic.  What a fantastic reception from a capacity crowd. There are videos from this show available to watch on the classicclapton Facebook page

 

 

 

Sunday
24 October

2021

 

 

35 Anniversary Tour

ALNWICK, Northumberland
Alnwick Playhouse

This was a very special concert. One fan commented "We have been following you for 15 years but we thought that was your best ever concert." See our photos page for a photo from this show.

 

Friday
12 November

2021

 

 

35 Anniversary TourWORCESTER
Huntingdon Hall

The day got of to a difficult start when our hire van was delayed causing reduced sound checking time for us.  However, the concert turned out great in the end. You can read a nice review of the show here:- https://cphilpott480.wixsite.com/showtime/post/wonderful-last-night

 

 

Wednesday
8 December

2021

 

 

35 Anniversary TourMILTON KEYNES
The Stables Theatre

Another incredible reaction from a capacity crowd. The Stables must be one of the best venues of it's size in the UK. There are video clips from this show & Worcester available to watch on the classicclapton Facebook page.

 

 

 

Thursday
9 December

2021

 

 

After Midnight at The Cluny 2017After Midnight Xmas Party

NEWCASTLE upon TYNE

Cluny2

Although this concert sold out, a number of people didn't attend the show because of the Covid situation.  However the atmosphere was terrific and it was one of our best Christmas parties ever!

NB: This was NOT an Eric Clapton Tribute Gig.

To see photos from the Christmas Parties from the last 8 years - Go to Christmas Party

 

Thursday
16 December

2021

 

 

2022 Highlights

Dave & Mike After Midnight unplugged
CULLERCOATS
Crescent Club

Mike and Dave performed an acoustic gig at Cullercoats Crescent Club. They performed music by The Beatles, The Eagles and a number of 60's and 70's classics and two of Dave's original songs.

NB. This acoustic show was NOT an Eric Clapton Tribute Gig.

 

Friday
4 February

2022

 

classic claptonBARNSLEY, South Yorkshire
Lamproom Theatre

Our first show of 2022 was a huge success. This was our first ever performance in Barnsley. This is a terrific venue with great staff and a wonderful audience.  Mike will return to the same venue in June 2023 for a Classic Clapton unplugged show.

 

 

Friday
11 March

2022

 

Standing Together for UkraineNORTH SHIELDS
The Magnesia Bank

Mike Hall & Dave Robson performed an acoustic set at the STANDING TOGETHER FOR UKRAINE event at The Magnesia Bank, North Shields on Saturday 14 May 2022. Many other excellent North East acts also appeared for this great cause.

 

 

Saturday
14 May

2022

 

Dave & Mike at CullercoartsAfter Midnight unplugged
CULLERCOATS
Crescent Club

Mike and Dave performed an acoustic gig at Cullercoats Crescent Club. They performed music by The Beatles, The Eagles and a number of 60's and 70's classics and two of Dave's original songs.

NB. This acoustic show was NOT an Eric Clapton Tribute Gig.

 

Friday
22 July

2022

 

 

Classic ClaptonBISHOP AUCKLAND
Town Hall

This show featured our new drummer Keith Cadd who played brilliantly. The capacity audience gave us a rousing reception.  It was definitely the best show so far this year!

 

 

Friday
16 September

2022

 

 

Classic ClaptonCUMBERNAULD
Cumbernauld Theatre at Lanternhouse

We really enjoyed returning to this newly-rebuilt theatre after a gap of 7 years. The full capacity audience gave us a great reception.

 

 

Saturday
15 October

2022

 

 

Classic Clapton unpluggedCLASSIC CLAPTON Unplugged

IRVINE, Scotland
The Harbour Arts Centre

Mike Hall and Adam Howells performed Classic Clapton unplugged based around Slowhand's multi million selling album "Eric Clapton/unplugged" album.

Our previous unplugged gigs at this lovely little theatre SOLD OUT and this one was no exception.

After a previous show music lover Tom Mccrorie posted this comment on Facebook:- Brilliant acoustic concert last night at The Harbour Arts Centre in Irvine.  Mike Hall not only looks like Eric Clapton but can play guitar like him. His sidekick on the gig was Adam Howells who was superb. All the old favourites from across Eric's albums. "After Midnight" is the acoustic duo from the full "Classic Clapton" tribute group and for my money, they sound more like Clapton.  Mike's voice is amazingly similar to Clapton's and seems to be getting better with age. Adam's backing vocals were perfect and he also fronted a couple of numbers himself.  Great show and I will definitely book up for the next one.

 

Thursday
3 November

2022

 

 

After Midnight at The Cluny 2022After Midnight Xmas Party

NEWCASTLE upon TYNE

Cluny2

The 2022 After Midnight Christmas Party was a great success. More photos and videos on our Facebook page:- www.facebook.com/aftermidnightukband

NB: This was NOT an Eric Clapton Tribute Gig.

To see photos from the Christmas Parties from the previous 8 years - Go to Christmas Party

 

Friday
16 December

2022

 

 

TWO HOURS OF CLASSIC CLAPTON