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An incredible music, comedy and football ‘team sheet’ has been revealed to mark what would have been Sir Bobby Robson’s 80th birthday.

Sir Bobby Robson’s extraordinary life in football celebrated by giants of the game, musical heroes and top comedians in a star-studded gala night. The night will feature Sir Bobby’s ‘Desert Island Discs’ performed by many of his favourite artists. An unmissable tribute to one of football’s greatest figures.

This was a concert which was close to Sir Bobby’s heart who recorded his last ever interviews to be screened on the night.

The event will raise funds for The Alan Shearer Foundation and Sir Bobby Robson Foundation.

“These days it’s all too easy to use the word legend to describe someone, but I don’t think anyone could dispute its use when describing Sir Bobby Robson. Bobby was genuinely loved by die-hard football fans and by the nation at large." Richard Branson

Only limited tickets are available for this event.

Mark Knopfler

Legendary guitar supremo who founded Dire Straits in 1977 and subsequently led them to chart success across the world. Mark has also written several film scores including the evocative 'Local Hero'.
Mark Knopfler tour dates

Joe McElderry

Joe McElderry rose to fame when he won the sixth series of The X Factor in 2009. A number one single followed and his debut album, Wide Awake, cemented his place in the heart of the British public. So much so that he became the triumphant winner of 2011's Popstar to Operastar, receiving 80% of the votes in the final.
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The Unthanks

Tyneside sisters Rachel and Becky Unthank with Niopha Keegan (violin), Adrian McNally (piano) plus string quartet, brass, percussion and bass. They have received critical acclaim for their three albums to date as well as a Mercury Prize nomination and a MOJO Magazine Award. Rachel and Becky's folk-club singing is set against otherwordly musical pictures, arranged by a band with influences ranging from Steve Reich to Portishead.
The Unthanks tour dates

Simon Day

One of the stars of 'The Fast Show', Simon is best known for his characters - Billy Bleach, Dave Angel, Gideon Wit, Carl Hooper and of course, music hall legend Tommy Cockles. He has also appeared in numerous films and TV shows.
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Paul Whitehouse

British actor, writer and comedian. He became known for his work with Harry Enfield and as one of the stars of the popular BBC sketch show, The Fast Show.
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Russell Watson

Salford's answer to Pavarotti with a debut album 'The Voice' establishing him as a major international tenor. After starting in the pubs and working men's clubs of the north west of England, he's notched up unprecedented chart success on both sides of the Atlantic; has sung for the likes George W Bush and the Pope; and has performed more times at Wembley than Beckham and Owen.
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Alistair McGowan

Alistair McGowan is a British impressionist, comedian and actor. McGowan is best known for his work with Ronni Ancona on The Big Impression (formerly Alistair McGowan's Big Impression), which spawned his culturally popular impressions of David Beckham, Sven-Goran Eriksson, Gary Lineker, Richard Madeley, Tony Blair, Ross Geller (Friends) and Dot Cotton (EastEnders).
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Paul Smith (Maximo Park)

The lead singer of indie upstarts Maximo Park. Paul's 2010 solo album 'Margins' features contributions from Field Music's David Brewis and Peter Brewis. However, this does not mark the demise of Maximo Park, as Paul states "I'm not 'going solo' – it's not like George Michael leaving Wham!"
Paul Smith (Maximo Park) tour dates

Ruby Turner

Ruby Turner is renowned for hits such as 'If You're Ready (Come Go With Me)', 'I'd Rather Go Blind' and the No 1 hit single in the US R'n'B chart 'Its Gonna Be Alright'. To date, she has released eight albums, and guested on releases for the likes of Brian Ferry, UB40, Steve Winwood and Jools Holland. This amazing singer/songwriter is blessed with a voice to die for and whether performing jazz, soul or r'n'b. In addition to her solo singing career, Ruby is an accomplished actress on TV, film, and West End stage.
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Faryl Smith

Gifted classical Brit nominee and operatic sensation.
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Ben Ottewell

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