The Script, Eliza Doolittle For Blackpool Illuminations Gig

The Scripthave announced they will be performing at theDanny O'Donoghueand Co will take to the stage - their only headline show aside fromV Festival - on Friday, August 30.

 

Jonathan Rosswill also be on hand to turn on this year's lights, with the chat show host stating: "I am thrilled to have been asked to Switch-On the Illuminations. We visited Blackpool last year and were blown away by what a great place it is for families.

 

“To be asked to come back this year and Switch-On the Lights is fantastic and we are all looking forward to spending another weekend in resort. 

 

"I can’t believe I am going to get to stand in front of The Blackpool Tower and flick the switch that lights up Blackpool until November 10.”

 

The Irish rockers will perform a full live concert ahead of Jonathan actually coming on stage to mark the official start of the Blackpool Illuminations season, where they will also be joined by special guest Eliza Doolittle.

 

Details of who will be performing on Saturday, August 31 will be revealed soon.

 

Tickets for The Script are available from VisitBlackpool Tourist Information Centre, See Tickets, Ticketmaster and GigsandTours.