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Few bands from the early MTV years have aged into an arena headline slot quite this gracefully, and the appeal here spans generations: fans who bought the records first time round now bring children who know the songs from films and adverts. Expect a set built on synth hooks and sharp choreography, all swagger and colour rather than nostalgia for its own sake.

A Tuesday evening date means a working crowd rather than a weekend blowout, so the atmosphere leans warm and singalong rather than rowdy. Costume changes and glossy visuals are part of the promise, but the tunes are doing the real work.

Set right in the heart of Birmingham beside the canals and Brindleyplace, this city-centre arena hosts big-name concerts, boxing and family shows. Its location is a real draw, with waterside bars, restaurants and the buzz of Broad Street all within a short walk. New Street and Snow Hill stations are close, and the wider West Midlands is easy to reach. Booking a central room means you can enjoy the canalside dining before a show and be back at your door within minutes afterwards.