Get ready for a literary encounter like no other as the inimitable David Byrne embarks on an intimate UK book tour this November! The iconic frontman and author will be sharing his latest masterpiece, 'Sleeping Beauties', with audiences across five cities, sparking conversations that will leave you questioning the very fabric of art, science, and creativity.
Under the watchful eye of Penguin Random House, Byrne's new book is set to drop on 8 October 2026, delving into the intriguing phenomenon of why certain ideas, discoveries, and artistic works are initially overlooked only to be rediscovered when the world is ready. From the mysteries of dark matter to the sublime works of Bach and Bruegel, 'Sleeping Beauties' promises to unveil Byrne's unique perspective on breakthroughs across the arts and sciences.
The tour kicks off at London's iconic Hackney Empire on 8 November 2026, where the maestro will regale audiences with tales from his book. Next stop is Brighton's Theatre Royal on 9 November, followed by a northern sojourn to Manchester's Stoller Hall on 11 November. Byrne then heads west to Bristol's stunning St. George’s on 12 November, before bringing the curtain down at Edinburgh's Assembly Rooms on 13 November.
This tour follows hot on the heels of Byrne's electrifying live performances across the UK and Europe this year, celebrating his latest album 'Who Is The Sky?'. His jaw-dropping set at Madrid's Mad Cool festival last weekend left critics beaming – a joyous, eccentric blend of art-pop and politics that left everyone begging for more!
But here's the icing on the cake: David Byrne has pledged to donate all his tour fees to the Rocksteady Foundation, a charity dedicated to providing free music lessons to children throughout the UK. This is Byrne at his best – using his platform to nurture the next generation of musical talent.