The Best of Tubular Bells I, II & III at Milton Keynes Theatre
📍 Location: Milton Keynes Theatre, 500 Marlborough Gate, Milton Keynes MK9 3NZ
📅 Date: Sunday 8 March 2026
🕒 Time: 7:30pm (with interval)
🎟️ Tickets: From £30.25 (plus transaction fee)
🌐 Official Tickets: Available via ATG, the theatre’s official box office
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A Live Concert Celebrating an Icon of British Music
About the Concert
The Best of Tubular Bells I, II & III is a landmark live concert event celebrating the groundbreaking music of Mike Oldfield, one of the most influential figures in British instrumental and progressive rock music.
This 2026 UK tour performance is led and arranged by Robin Smith, Oldfield’s long-time collaborator, ensuring musical authenticity and faithful interpretation. Performed by an expansive live ensemble, the concert showcases Oldfield’s visionary compositions in a powerful theatre setting.
Audiences will experience the complete Tubular Bells I performed live, alongside carefully curated extended sections from Tubular Bells II and Tubular Bells III. The programme also features much-loved Oldfield classics such as Moonlight Shadow, offering both depth and variety for long-time fans and newcomers alike.
What to Expect on the Night
This one-night-only performance at Milton Keynes Theatre presents dynamic live interpretations of some of the most influential instrumental music of the last 50 years.
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A full live band delivering richly layered, atmospheric sound
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Faithful arrangements that respect the original recordings
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A musical journey charting the evolution of Tubular Bells across five decades
Widely recognised for its impact on progressive rock, film soundtracks, and modern instrumental composition, Tubular Bells remains a defining work in British music history.
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Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult
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Under 8s are not permitted
Why See The Best of Tubular Bells in Milton Keynes?
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Celebrates one of the UK’s most seminal and influential musical works
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Led by a trusted creative collaborator closely associated with Mike Oldfield
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Performed by an expert ensemble with a reputation for musical precision
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Ideal for fans of progressive rock, instrumental music, and live orchestration
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A rare, one-night opportunity to experience Tubular Bells live in a theatre setting
Milton Keynes Theatre offers an immersive acoustic environment that enhances the emotional depth and scale of these iconic compositions.
A Powerful and Immersive Live Music Experience
The Best of Tubular Bells I, II & III is more than a concert—it’s a celebration of innovation, musical craftsmanship, and enduring artistic legacy. Grounded in expertise, authenticity, and audience trust, this performance promises a richly atmospheric and unforgettable night of live music.
