Kiwi Singer-Songwriter Steffany Beck To Support Deacon Blue 2026 NZ Tour

Today, New Zealand singer-songwriter Steffany Beck has been announced as support for Scottish pop-rock icons Deacon Blue when they return to Aotearoa in February 2026, marking their first shows down under since 2023. The tour will celebrate the band’s 40th anniversary and the release of their latest studio album, The Great Western Road.

Deacon Blue and Steffany Beck will be stopping at the James Hay Theatre to play in Ōtautahi, Christchurch for the first time ever on Thursday February 12, before heading to Pōneke, Wellington’s Opera House on Saturday February 14, followed by Sunday February 15 at the Bruce Mason Centre in Tāmaki Makaurau, Auckland.

Tickets and further information at livenation.co.nz.

Known for their emotionally charged performances and enduring hits like Dignity, Real Gone Kid, I’ll Never Fall In Love Again and Fergus Sings the Blues, Deacon Blue will deliver a dynamic live experience that spans their full career – from the soulful grit of their acclaimed groundbreaking debut album Raintown to the energy of The Great Western Road.

Their new album reflects the band’s journey with honesty, warmth, and a renewed sense of adventure.

New Zealand fans can expect a specially curated setlist, including all the hits you know and love, blending arena-sized classic anthems, tracks off their latest album, mixed with intimate surprises. With a reputation for crafting unforgettable live moments, Deacon Blue’s 2026 tour promises to be a celebration of fan connection, nostalgia, and musical brilliance.

Steffany Beck is a singer-songwriter with an impressive list of career highlights, including releasing her debut EP, Blue Eyed Girl, in 2019, writing songs with celebrated Aotearoa singer-songwriter Bic Runga, and performing live with another music legend, Jason Kerrison (lead singer from OpShop).

Deacon Blue: 40 years strong, and more poignant and potent than ever, with support from Steffany Beck.

DEACON BLUE
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NEW ZEALAND 2026
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JAMES HAY THEATRE, CHRISTCHURCH
THURSDAY 12 FEBRUARY

THE OPERA HOUSE, WELLINGTON
SATURDAY 14 FEBRUARY

BRUCE MASON CENTRE, AUCKLAND
SUNDAY 15 FEBRUARY

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For complete tour & ticket information, visit: livenation.co.nz