A GLOBAL phenomenon is making its way to the Southampton stage following a “triumphant” run of tours.

Including 24 of Queen’s biggest hit songs We Will Rock You comes to the city as part of a nine month UK tour. The announcement of the tour follows hot on the heals of the release of the Queen biopic Bohemian Rhapsody.

The film celebrating the career of one of the greatest ever rock bands wowed Queen fans all around the world, opening at the number one position in more than 230 countries. Directors say since 2002 more than 15 million theatregoers in 17 countries have seen We Will Rock You’s production showcasing a number of Queen’s finest hits.

Among the track are We Are The Champions, Radio Ga Ga, I Want To Break Free, Somebody To Love, Killer Queen, Don’t Stop Me Now, Under Pressure, Bohemian Rhapsody, Another One Bites The Dust and, of course, We Will Rock You.

Before closing its glorious 12 year run at London’s Dominion Theatre, the show was performed an astonishing 4600 times.

Written by comedian Ben Elton the show impressed iconic screen actor Robert De Niro that he and his company Tribeca came on board as American partners. De Niro continues to support the show, even making a special visit to London in 2013 to help celebrate the 10th anniversary in style.

The audience erupted with thunderous applause, as he joined the cast on stage after the landmark performance. We Will Rock You comes to Mayflower Theatre Southampton from January 20 - 25 2020. It will also be on the stage at the Pavilion Theatre in Bournemouth from May 18 to 23.