Former US president Barack Obama will bring his live interview event to The O2 in Belfast on 13 October, organisers announced on Monday. The appearance forms part of a short UK tour which also includes Glasgow and Manchester.
Dates and venues
The run of announced shows follows performances earlier this year in Dublin and London. The visiting dates in the United Kingdom are scheduled as follows:
| Date | Venue | City |
|---|---|---|
| 13 October | The O2 | Belfast |
| 14 October | Ovo Hydro | Glasgow |
| 15 October | Co-op Live | Manchester |
What to expect
Organisers describe the format as a live interview in which Mr Obama will consider “what comes next for America, and for all of us”. Guest moderators for the tour have not yet been announced. The shows are being staged by Seat Unique, whose founder and chief executive, Robin Sherry, said the company was pleased to add the three new dates after a strong response to previous events.
"Following the phenomenal response to last year’s events, we are delighted to bring three new opportunities for fans to experience An Evening With President Barack Obama."
Local impact and practical information
An event of this scale is likely to attract strong interest locally and from beyond Northern Ireland. The announcement will bring footfall to surrounding businesses and hospitality providers on the night, and demand for tickets is expected to be high given Mr Obama’s international profile and recent career in public media.
- Tickets and official sale details will be published by the promoter Seat Unique; members of the public should only buy through verified outlets to avoid scams.
- Guest moderators for the Belfast show are to be confirmed; further announcements are expected closer to the date.
- Those planning to attend should check The O2 Belfast’s guidance on arrival times, security and accessibility in advance.
Background on Mr Obama’s post-presidency work
Since leaving the White House in 2017, the 44th president has been active in media and cultural projects. He and his wife Michelle entered a production agreement with Netflix under Higher Ground Productions, and Mr Obama has narrated documentary work that earned an Emmy. He has also won Grammy Awards for audiobook readings of his memoirs and co-hosted a podcast project that later became a book.
The tour will follow Mr Obama’s recent live interview in London, where he was questioned on-stage in front of a large audience. No further details on the Belfast format have been released by organisers, and InfoRadar will publish updates on ticketing and event arrangements as they become available.
