THE BILLY JOEL LEGACY Tour to Launch Sept. 17 in Over 35 Cities
The concert experience comes from the creative team behind THE SIMON & GARFUNKEL STORY and THE LIFE AND MUSIC OF GEORGE MICHAEL.
Producers Right Angle Entertainment and Maple Tree Entertainment announced The Billy Joel Legacy: A Tribute Experience national tour will visit more than 35 cities across the U.S., launching September 17 in Stamford, Connecticut at The Palace Theatre. From the acclaimed creative team behind The Simon & Garfunkel Story and The Life and Music of George Michael, this all-new concert experience celebrates one of the most influential singer-songwriters in music history through faithful live performances, stunning multimedia, and the remarkable stories behind the songs that have created generations of fans. Tickets are on sale now and available at www.BillyJoelLegacy.com.
The Billy Joel Legacy: A Tribute Experience is more than a concert. Through live performances, cinematic multimedia, and captivating narration, audiences will journey through the defining moments of Billy Joel's life to discover the people, places, and experiences that inspired some of the greatest songs ever written.
'The music of Billy Joel has an incredible ability to connect with audiences across generations,' says creator and director Dean Elliott. 'Whether you grew up with these songs or you're hearing them for the first time, they tell stories that feel deeply personal. We wanted audiences to experience the journey behind the music and celebrate one of the greatest songbooks ever written.'
Stepping into the role of Billy Joel is singer, pianist, and actor Ian Benjamin, whose lifelong connection to Joel's music began as a teenager and has remained a constant throughout his career.
'Billy Joel's music has been part of my life for as long as I can remember,' says Benjamin. 'His songs are honest, heartfelt, and incredibly relatable. That's why they've connected with generations of listeners. It will be an honor to step on stage each night and celebrate the music and the stories that mean so much to me, and so many others.'
Audiences will sing along to beloved classics including 'Piano Man,' 'Scenes from an Italian Restaurant,' 'New York State of Mind,' 'Uptown Girl,' 'Movin' Out (Anthony's Song),' 'Vienna,' 'We Didn't Start the Fire,' and many more. Enhanced by multimedia projections, the production celebrates the songs that defined generations while revealing the stories that made them timeless.
Billy Joel has sold more than 160 million records worldwide, won six GRAMMY Awards, and been inducted into both the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and Songwriters Hall of Fame. He is also the recipient of the Kennedy Center Honors and the Library of Congress Gershwin Prize for Popular Song.
The Billy Joel Legacy: A Tribute Experience 2026 tour schedule includes:
September 17 - Stamford, CT - The Palace Theatre
September 18 - Lynn, MA - Lynn Auditorium
September 19 - Lancaster, PA - American Music Theater
September 20 - Ottawa, ON - Hard Rock Live
September 23 - Concord, NH - Chubb Theater
September 24 - New Bedford, MA - Zeiterion
September 25 - Torrington, CT - Warner Theatre
September 26 - Albany, NY - Hart Theater at the Egg
September 27 - Waterville, ME - Waterville Opera House
September 29 - Richmond, VA - Dominion Energy Center
September 30 - Ashland, KY - Paramount Theater
October 1 - Cleveland, OH - Mimi Ohio Theatre (Playhouse Square)
October 3-6 - Niagara Falls, ON - Fallsview Casino
October 7 - Detroit, MI - Fisher Theater
October 8 - Carmel, IN - The Palladium
October 10 - Davenport, IA - Adler Theatre
October 11 - Overland Park, KS - Yardley Hall at Midwest Trust Center
October 13 - Saginaw, MI - Dow Event Center
October 14 - Munhall, PA - Carnegie of Homestead Music Hall
October 17 - Huntsville, AL - Mark C Smith Concert Hall
October 18 - Pensacola, FL - Saenger Theatre
October 19 - The Villages, FL - The Sharon
October 20 - Orlando, FL - The Plaza
October 22 - Jacksonville, FL - Florida Theater
October 25 - Dallas, TX - Majestic Theater
October 27 - Evansville, IN - Victory Theatre
October 28 - Chesterfield, MO - The Factory
October 29 - Oklahoma City, OK - Tower Theatre
October 30 - San Antonio, TX - HEB Performance Hall at the Tobin Center
November 1 - Colorado Springs, CO - Pikes Peak Center
November 2 - Denver, CO - Paramount Theatre Denver
November 3 - Grand Junction, CO - Avalon
November 5 - San Francisco, CA - Curran Theatre
November 6 - Del Mar - The Sound
November 7 - Modesto, CA - Gallo Center for the Arts
November 8 - Cerritos, CA - Cerritos Center for the Performing Arts
The run time is two hours and 10 minutes, including intermission.
For more information, visit www.BillyJoelLegacy.com and follow @thebillyjoellegacy on Facebook and Instagram.
About Right Angle Entertainment (Producers)
Right Angle Entertainment specializes in the production, marketing, management, and distribution of live entertainment experiences. The company collaborates with managers, producers, artists, agents, studios, and licensors to transform brands, talent, intellectual properties, and digital-first franchises into compelling live theatrical, concert, and immersive experiences for audiences worldwide. RAE's diverse roster includes 'Wheel of Fortune LIVE!,' Hasbro's 'Clue: A Walking Mystery' immersive experience and the 'Clue: Murder on the Menu' immersive dining experience, 'Ninja Kidz Live! Infinite Possibilities,' 'Jay Shetty: Love Rules – World Tour,' 'The Simon & Garfunkel Story,' 'Dolly Parton's Smoky Mountain Christmas Carol,' 'Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer: The Musical,' and London's acclaimed close-up magic experience 'The Magicians Table,' among many others.
About Maple Tree Entertainment (Producers)
Operating in both the U.S. and the UK, Maple Tree Entertainment specializes in putting together unique live shows, primarily in theatres/concert halls worldwide. These include the multi-award winning The Simon & Garfunkel Story, Neighbours - The Celebration Tour, Hollyoaks - The 30th Anniversary Tour, Buddy - The Musical, The Psychology of Serial Killers, The Young Ones - Live In Conversation, The Life & Music of George Michael, An Evening with Richard Dreyfuss and Johnny Cash - The Official Concert Experience.
