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Royal Philharmonic Orchestra to play open-air shows in Birmingham

The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra will head to Birmingham this summer for two open-air performances.

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Lakeside Proms

Lakeside Proms will bring Symphonic Rock and The Music of John Williams to The Genting Arena for two dates in August.

Symphonic Rock, which takes place on August 4, will see classic songs from the likes of Queen, Bon Jovi, David Bowie, The Rolling Stones, Michael Jackson, The Eagles and more played live, accompanied by a lights show.

The orchestra will then celebrate the music of John Williams on August 5 with an event including music from blockbuster films featururing his iconic scores, such as Star Wars, Indiana Jones, E.T., Harry Potter, Close Encounters of the Third Kind, Superman, Jaws, Jurassic Park, Schindler's List, Hook, Fiddler on the Roof, Home Alone and War Horse.

Tickets start from £45 and include entry to both shows.

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