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'Not just a show, an experience' - Tina Turner celebration comes to Walsall

'This isn't just a show, it's an experience' - the words which describes 'What's Love Got to Do With It' - which comes to Walsall Arena later this month.

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Featuring a high energy celebration of Tina Turner's legendary 60 year career and packed with the hits that defined those decades, it features Holly Bannis, who appeared on ITV's Starstruck in 2021 as the Tennessee born singing superstar who died two years ago at the age of 83.

Holly Bannis as Tina Turner
Holly Bannis as Tina Turner

Before she appeared on the show Holly, the daughter of Greg Bannis the former lead singer of Hot Chocolate, had spent over a decade performing semi-professionally before taking centre stage as Tina she had to spend hours studying concert footage to get the singer's mannerisms and voice just right.

She said: "It’s a full-on concert experience with a 10-piece band, backing singers, dancers, and all of Tina’s biggest hits. 

Holly Bannis and band on stage
Holly Bannis and band on stage

"We recreate the energy of her live shows—right down to the walk, the moves, and the way she connected with audiences. 

Tina Turner thrilled audiences for over six decades and her audience will be celebrated in the show
Tina Turner thrilled audiences for over six decades and her audience will be celebrated in the show

"By the end of the night, it’s a party and people always tell us how much it feels like a real Tina show. That’s the best compliment we can get."

The show is touring nationwide right the way through until November but comes to the Walsall Arena on Friday March 28, for tickets go to https://www.walsallarena.com/