Diversity – Soul 2026

Shekina Rose, Families Editor

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Diversity - Soul 2026

15-17 March 2026
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15 Mar 2026
7:45 pm
16 Mar 2026
7:45 pm
17 Mar 2026
7:45 pm

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Diversity - Soul 2026
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Britain’s most successful dance troupe, Diversity, are back! Their brand-new concept tour, SOUL, is making its way through 31 towns and cities, with more than 60 performances between February and May 2026, stopping at Liverpool Empire in March.

“The future is now. Humans have become plugged in and completely connected to a world full of Artificial Intelligence – A world in which it is hard to distinguish reality from fiction. AI has become so advanced it’s considered a life form of its very own.

Is this the next stage in our evolution? What exactly have we created? What makes us human?”

Expect incredible choreography that explores technology and evolution, as well as whether robots can, actually, dance better than humans.

Since winning Britain’s Got Talent in 2009, Diversity has gone from strength to strength with sell-out tours, prime-time TV appearances, a BAFTA-winning “Must See Moment”, and even their own dance studios in Essex and soon, Birmingham.

In true Diversity style, this production is about both providing amazing entertainment while also giving back. Diversity is partnering once again with The Trussell Trust and audiences will be able to add a £1 donation at ticket checkout to support families in need – just a small step towards tackling the issue of food poverty across the UK.

Diversity leader Ashley Banjo said: “We are so excited to announce the Soul tour for 2026! It’s a privilege to be able to share our passion for dance and performance with audiences across the UK and Ireland. Since the beginning, Diversity has been about celebrating individuality and the power of storytelling, and the Soul tour will be no different. We can’t wait to create some unforgettable moments and connect with everyone. Get ready for something special!”

So in other words, prepare for a show that has emotion, technology, and raw talent running all the way through it. If it’s anything like the Diversity performances we’ve seen over the past 16 years it will be engaging, heart-wrenching and have audience members sitting on the edges of their seats.

Tickets are on sale now, so secure your seats before the robots take them first.

Where to go near Diversity – Soul 2026

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