When you try and think of someone who is a consummate and charismatic showman you truly need to look no further than Barry Manilow.
Six years after he last graced the stage at Newcastle’s Utilita Arena, the man who had given us so many classic songs over the years, was finally back on Geordie soil, albeit significantly delayed due to the coronavirus pandemic. Barry himself was struck down by Covid not so long ago but showed no signs of any lingering illness as he delighted his captive audience from the get-go on Wednesday night.
Starting with fan favourite It’s A Miracle, Barry was quickly into his stride, pulling out one of his calling cards early doors in the shape of Can’t Smile Without You, which sparked a mass sing-along.
