S Club 7, the popular 90s British pop group known for hits like “Don’t Stop Movin'” and “Reach”, is reuniting for a UK tour in 2023. As fans eagerly await their comeback shows, many are wondering if there will be a supporting act opening for S Club 7 on the tour.
The short answer is yes, there will be a support act joining S Club 7 on their 2023 tour. However, the identity of the support act has not yet been officially announced by the band or their management. Rumors have circulated suggesting a few potential opening acts, but nothing is confirmed yet.
Who are the rumored opening acts for S Club 7’s reunion tour?
While the official supporting act for S Club 7’s comeback tour has not been revealed, a few names have been rumored and speculated about across fan forums and music news sites:
- Another 90s/00s pop group like Steps, Five, or S Club Juniors
- An up-and-coming UK pop act
- A solo singer like Fleur East or Mabel
- A S Club 7 tribute act
However, these are purely rumors and guesses at this point. The band has not given any indication about who the support act could be. It’s likely they will choose an artist or group that fits the throwback vibe of their reunion tour.
When will the support act be announced?
While no official announcement has been made yet regarding a timeframe, speculation is that the support act for S Club 7 will be revealed in early 2023, likely January or February, in the months leading up to the kickoff of the reunion tour in May.
Revealing the supporting act a few months prior builds excitement and allows time for the act to promote their involvement. Announcing it too early risks the hype dying down, while leaving it too late could frustrate eager fans.
So fans should probably expect an announcement sometime in the next 2-4 months if S Club 7 and their management follows typical industry timing for such things.
What are the benefits of having a support act?
Having a supporting act on tour with them provides several potential benefits for S Club 7:
- It allows fans to get greater value for their ticket money with a longer, fuller concert experience.
- A support act helps hype up the crowd and builds energy for the headliner’s performance.
- Up-and-coming acts get exposure performing in front of large audiences.
- Headliners can take a break backstage while the support act is on.
Support acts have been a staple of concert tours for these reasons. S Club 7 is likely to follow the typical model and have an opening act to make their reunion tour a fuller, livelier experience for fans.
Who are S Club 7 and why are they reuniting?
For those unfamiliar, here’s some background on S Club 7 and their upcoming reunion tour:
- S Club 7 was a British pop group formed in 1999 consisting of members Tina Barrett, Paul Cattermole, Jon Lee, Bradley McIntosh, Jo O’Meara, Hannah Spearritt, and Rachel Stevens.
- They were created as part of a BBC TV series called Miami 7 and gained popularity through their TV show and releasing upbeat bubblegum pop singles.
- Between 1999-2003 they scored several top 10 UK hits like “S Club Party”, “Reach”, “Never Had a Dream Come True”, “Don’t Stop Movin'”.
They disbanded in 2003 at the peak of their success after 5 years together. The members pursued solo careers or acting work.
In 2023, they announced a major UK reunion tour playing arenas across the country to celebrate 25 years since their TV show began. It will be their first time touring and performing together in 20 years.
When and where are S Club 7 performing on their reunion tour?
S Club 7 announced their reunion arena tour is scheduled for May 2023. Here are the tour dates and venues announced so far:
Date | City | Venue |
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May 5, 2023 | Liverpool | M&S Bank Arena |
May 6, 2023 | Sheffield | Utilita Arena |
May 12, 2023 | Newcastle | Utilita Arena |
May 13, 2023 | Glasgow | OVO Hydro |
May 19, 2023 | Birmingham | Utilita Arena |
May 20, 2023 | Nottingham | Motorpoint Arena |
May 26, 2023 | Leeds | First Direct Arena |
May 27, 2023 | Manchester | AO Arena |
June 2, 2023 | Brighton | Centre |
June 9, 2023 | London | The O2 |
Additional dates are expected to be added, so check the band’s website and social media for any announcements of further shows.
How to get tickets
Tickets for the S Club 7 reunion tour went on general sale October 14, 2022. They can be purchased through official ticketing sites like Ticketmaster, SeeTickets, and AXS.
Given the hype around this reunion, many shows are likely to sell out quickly. Prices range from around £40-£70 for seated tickets and up to £170 for VIP packages.
What can fans expect from an S Club 7 arena show in 2023?
Fans attending the S Club 7 reunion shows next year can likely expect:
- A setlist packed with nostalgic hits like “Reach”, “Don’t Stop Movin'”, “Never Had a Dream Come True”, “S Club Party”, and more
- Elaborate dance choreography and costume changes, hallmarks of their concerts in the 2000s
- A high energy performance style with audience interaction moments
- Group members reminiscing with anecdotes or stories from their time together
- A visual production with lighting and graphics evoking late 90s/early 2000s pop
The band has said they plan to play all their big hits so fans can relive their glory days. With the hype around this reunion, the shows are sure to be a throwback thrill with a party atmosphere!
Could the reunion lead to new music from S Club 7?
Along with the announcement of their reunion tour, many fans are hopeful this could lead to S Club 7 potentially recording new music together for the first time since 2003.
The band has not shared any official plans for releasing original songs or an album. However, it wouldn’t be out of the question given the recent trend of 2000s groups like Steps and Five getting back together and putting out new music after successful reunion tours.
The demand and nostalgia is certainly there among S Club 7 fans for some fresh tracks. If their comeback concerts go well, the band may be inspired to head back into the studio together and rediscover their musical chemistry after 20 years.
For now fans will have to enjoy the nostalgia of their hits on tour. But new S Club 7 music in the future remains a possibility.
Conclusion
S Club 7’s upcoming 2023 arena tour is set to be a thrilling, feel-good celebration for fans as the iconic 90s/00s pop group reunites. While the identity of the supporting act is still a mystery, whoever joins them is sure to get a valuable career boost.
The reunion shows promise to be hit-filled productions packed with costume changes and choreography just like their heyday. And if the tour goes well, it may open the door for S Club 7 to record new music together for the first time in 20 years.
For now, fans can get their tickets to relive the fun, catchy songs and high energy performance style that made S Club 7 a defining pop phenomenon of their era.