The Darkniss UK’s premier tribute to The Darkness.
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The Darkniss returns to Bradford with their UK premiere tribute to The Darkness on July 31st at Smile Bar and Venue. As Joe Gash, a renowned impersonator of Justin Hawkins, leads this musical experience, the performance captures the energy and spirit of The Darkness’ high-octane rock performances.
The Darkniss are the UK’s premier tribute to the British rock band The Darkness.
Paying homage to legendary frontman Justin Hawkins is Theatre & TV Superstar Joe Gash (Grease, Rock of Ages, ITV’s Starstruck as Freddie Mercury, We Will Rock You) with his high-octane falsetto vocals and signature showmanship, backed by 3 musical veterans on Lead Guitar, Lead Bass and Lead Drums.
Performing The Darkness’ biggest hits including ‘I Believe in a Thing Called Love’, ‘Growing on Me’, ‘Love Is Only a Feeling’ and ‘Christmas Time’ (all year round!), The Darkniss are guaranteed to deliver an electrifying performance no matter the occasion.
Over 18s ONLY NO ID NO ENTRY!
Doors open at 19.00
Please note, unless otherwise stated all shows at Smile Bar & Venue are sold as standing only. We have limited seating which is available on a first come basis.
WE ARE A CASHLESS BAR, WE ACCEPT CARD PAYMENTS ONLY.
(No refunds will be given unless the event is cancelled & tickets are none transferable)
Description supplied by the event organiser.
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Frequently asked questions
The Darkniss UK’s premier tribute to The Darkness. takes place on Friday, 31 July 2026 at 19:00.
The Darkniss UK’s premier tribute to The Darkness. is held at Smile Bar and Venue in Bradford (38 Wakefield Rd, Aspley, Huddersfield HD1 3AQ, UK, Huddersfield).
Tickets for The Darkniss UK’s premier tribute to The Darkness. are priced at £17. Live prices and availability are shown on smilebarandvenue.co.uk.
Tickets for The Darkniss UK’s premier tribute to The Darkness. can be booked via smilebarandvenue.co.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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The Darkniss UK’s premier tribute to The Darkness.
Editorial Summary
The Darkniss returns to Bradford with their UK premiere tribute to The Darkness on July 31st at Smile Bar and Venue. As Joe Gash, a renowned impersonator of Justin Hawkins, leads this musical experience, the performance captures the energy and spirit of The Darkness’ high-octane rock performances.
This summary was automatically generated from event data sourced from official ticketing providers.
Organiser’s full description
The Darkniss are the UK’s premier tribute to the British rock band The Darkness.
Paying homage to legendary frontman Justin Hawkins is Theatre & TV Superstar Joe Gash (Grease, Rock of Ages, ITV’s Starstruck as Freddie Mercury, We Will Rock You) with his high-octane falsetto vocals and signature showmanship, backed by 3 musical veterans on Lead Guitar, Lead Bass and Lead Drums.
Performing The Darkness’ biggest hits including ‘I Believe in a Thing Called Love’, ‘Growing on Me’, ‘Love Is Only a Feeling’ and ‘Christmas Time’ (all year round!), The Darkniss are guaranteed to deliver an electrifying performance no matter the occasion.
Over 18s ONLY NO ID NO ENTRY!
Doors open at 19.00
Please note, unless otherwise stated all shows at Smile Bar & Venue are sold as standing only. We have limited seating which is available on a first come basis.
WE ARE A CASHLESS BAR, WE ACCEPT CARD PAYMENTS ONLY.
(No refunds will be given unless the event is cancelled & tickets are none transferable)
Description supplied by the event organiser.
📍 Venue
Smile Bar and Venue38 Wakefield Rd, Aspley, Huddersfield HD1 3AQ, UK, Huddersfield
Newsome, Bradford
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When is The Darkniss UK’s premier tribute to The Darkness.?
The Darkniss UK’s premier tribute to The Darkness. takes place on Friday, 31 July 2026 at 19:00.
Where is The Darkniss UK’s premier tribute to The Darkness. taking place?
The Darkniss UK’s premier tribute to The Darkness. is held at Smile Bar and Venue in Bradford (38 Wakefield Rd, Aspley, Huddersfield HD1 3AQ, UK, Huddersfield).
How much are tickets for The Darkniss UK’s premier tribute to The Darkness.?
Tickets for The Darkniss UK’s premier tribute to The Darkness. are priced at £17. Live prices and availability are shown on smilebarandvenue.co.uk.
How do I get tickets for The Darkniss UK’s premier tribute to The Darkness.?
Tickets for The Darkniss UK’s premier tribute to The Darkness. can be booked via smilebarandvenue.co.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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