First headliner to be announced for Scarborough Open Air Theatre 2021 season is ... Olly Murs

One of British music’s biggest and best loved stars – will play Scarborough Open Air Theatre on Saturday July 10.

The date is part of a UK Tour when Olly will perform his biggest hits, including tracks from his certified triple platinum album Never Been Better.

It will be a triumphant return to the Scarborough venue for Olly who played sold-out in 2013 and 2017.

Scarborough Open Air Theatre venue programmer Peter Taylor said: “We are really excited to reveal Olly Murs as our first headline announcement for the 2021 season.

“Olly played two brilliant sold-out shows here and fans are constantly requesting we bring him back which we are delighted to be able to do.

“It goes without saying we cannot wait for live music to return to Scarborough Open Air Theatreso it’s fantastic to be able to kick off the announcements for our new season by revealing Olly Murs is returning.

It has been a busy year for Olly, who recently captained England in this year's Soccer Aid, and is looking to retain his crown as winning judge on his third series of The Voice, which has currently been postponed at the semi-final stages.

In lockdown, he also managed an impressive body transformation, working closely with personal trainer Rob Solly, and sharing his fitness routine exclusively with Men’s Health. He is also working on new music to be shared next year.

Tickets go on sale at 9am Friday October 9 from www.scarboroughopenairtheatre.com