One of the most iconic bands of the 1960s British Invasion have announced their final tour of Australia.
The Animals changed the face of rock ‘n’ roll with their gritty blues sound and politically charged lyrics. Their classics; We Gotta Get Out of This Place, Boom Boom, Don’t Let Me Be Misunderstood, It’s My Life, and their global smash hit House of the Rising Sun, are still celebrated by audiences across generations.
Aptly named The Final Curtain, this historic farewell tour will give fans across the country one last chance to witness the raw energy, soul, and enduring legacy of one of rock’s most influential groups, The Animals.
The Final Curtain Tour dates
- Thurs 23 Oct – NEWCASTLE, Flamingos (Ex Lizotte’s)
- Fri 24 Oct – KINGSFORD, The Juniors
- Sat 25 Oct – ROZELLE, The Bridge Hotel
- Fri 31 Oct – THIRROUL, Anita’s Theatre
- Sat 1 Nov – COOGEE, Selina’s Coogee Bay Hotel
- Sun 2 Nov – QUEANBEYAN, Bicentennial Hall
- Tues 4 Nov – BRISBANE, Princess Theatre
- Thurs 6 Nov – TOOWOOMBA, The Empire Theatre
- Fri 7 Nov – TWEED HEADS, Twin Towns
- Sat 8 Nov – GRAFTON, Saraton Theatre
- Tues 11 Nov – BALLARAT, Her Majesty’s Theatre
- Wed 12 Nov – MELBOURNE, The Palms at Crown
- Fri 14 Nov – WARRAGUL, Gippsland Performing Arts Theatre
- Sat 15 Nov – WONTHAGGI, The Union Theatre
- Tues 18 Nov – ADELAIDE, The Gov
- Fri 21 Nov – PERTH, Astor Theatre
- Sat 22 Nov – FREMANTLE, Freo.Social
- Tickets: on sale now
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More than six decades since their debut, The Animals’ music continues to inspire musicians and stir hearts. Their influence can be heard in artists spanning rock, blues, punk, and indie, a testament to the band’s groundbreaking sound and lyrical power.
“The Final Curtain” is more than a tour, it’s a tribute to a remarkable legacy. Fans new and old will be treated to an unforgettable night of music, memories, and final farewells.
“Australia has always felt like a second home for us,” says John Steel, founding member and original drummer of the band. “The fans here have been amazing over the years, and we just had to come back to enjoy one more chapter of this amazing journey.”
Don’t miss your chance to be part of history. This is your last opportunity to experience The Animals live on Australian soil.
