Prepare to be mesmerized by jaw-dropping virtuosity as two-time “Best Acoustic Guitarist in the World” winner Mike Dawes performs live at The Brook in Southampton on Sunday 13th September 2026! Celebrated globally for his mind-bending technique of playing melody, bass, harmony, and percussion simultaneously on a single guitar, Dawes brings his acclaimed Progressive Acoustic Tour to Portswood. From viral arrangements of Gotye’s Somebody That I Used to Know and Metallica’s One to his own chart-topping original compositions, this intimate performance promises an extraordinary display of modern fingerstyle acoustic guitar mastery.
Mike Dawes Tour Dates & Opening Times
Schedule and evening timing details for the concert at The Brook:
- Event Date: Sunday 13th September 2026.
- Opening Times: Doors open at 7:30 PM, with stage performances starting at 8:00 PM. Workshop VIP ticket holders are required to arrive 1 hour and 15 minutes prior to main door opening.
Concert Highlights & Workshop Experience
Featured music, performance details, and exclusive VIP options for this fingerstyle guitar showcase:
- World-Renowned Fingerstyle Virtuoso: Hailed twice as the “Best Acoustic Guitarist in the World,” Mike Dawes is internationally acclaimed for composing, arranging, and performing percussion, bass, and melody simultaneously on a single instrument.
- The Progressive Acoustic Tour: Setlist featuring viral instrumental arrangements (such as Gotye’s Somebody That I Used to Know and Metallica’s One) alongside celebrated original fingerstyle compositions.
- Exclusive VIP Workshop Upgrade: VIP ticket option includes early venue access, soundcheck attendance, exclusive solo songs, a rig walk-through, an interactive Q&A session, a signed souvenir tour poster, and a commemorative laminate.
- Age Restriction Policy: Main ticket holders must be 18+. Attendees aged 14 to 17 are permitted entry when accompanied by a responsible adult aged 21 or over.
Ticket Information & Box Office Booking
Pricing and reservation options for The Brook:
- General Admission Standing: £30.25 per ticket.
- Standing + Workshop Experience: £82.50 per ticket (includes concert entry and full pre-show VIP package).
- Direct Booking: Reserve tickets online directly via official ticketing links on The Brook box office and Ticketmaster network.
How to Get to The Brook
Travel options for reaching The Brook, located at 466 Portswood Road, Southampton (SO17 3SD):
- By Car: Easily accessible from the M3 (Junction 14) or M27 (Junction 5), following city route signs toward Portswood and Highfield.
- By Train: St Denys Railway Station is the nearest rail connection, roughly a 10 to 12-minute walk away. Southampton Central is a short taxi or local bus ride away.
- By Bus: Frequent local bus services (including Unilink U1 and Bluestar routes) stop right along Portswood Road near the venue.
The Brook Parking Information
Parking options around Portswood Road:
- On-Street Parking: Pay-and-display and free evening street parking is available along Portswood Road and nearby residential side streets.
- Nearby Car Parks: Portswood Shopping Centre Car Park (SO17 2NG) and Westridge Road Car Park are both situated within a short 3 to 5-minute walk.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- When is Mike Dawes performing at The Brook?
- The performance takes place on Sunday 13th September 2026. Doors open at 7:30 PM, with the main show starting at 8:00 PM. Pre-show Workshop ticket holders enter 1 hour and 15 minutes prior to general doors.
- Where is The Brook located?
- The Brook is located at 466 Portswood Road, Portswood, Southampton (SO17 3SD).
- How much are tickets for Mike Dawes?
- General admission tickets are priced at £30.25 each. Standing + Workshop Experience tickets are priced at £82.50.
- Are there age restrictions for this show?
- The main event is strictly 18+ for primary ticket holders. Attendees aged 14 to 17 are permitted entry provided they are accompanied by a responsible adult aged 21 or over.
- What is included in the Mike Dawes Workshop Experience ticket?
- The VIP package includes early venue entry, soundcheck attendance, exclusive solo acoustic songs, a gear walk-through, an interactive Q&A session, a signed souvenir poster, and a commemorative laminate.
- Where can I park near The Brook?
- Pay-and-display and free evening street parking is available along Portswood Road. Nearby car parks include Portswood Shopping Centre Car Park (SO17 2NG) and Westridge Road Car Park, both located within a 3 to 5-minute walk.