Jeff Wayne's musical version of The War of The Worlds is back with a monumental tour, arriving just in time to celebrate 130 years since the publication of HG Wells’ dark Victorian tale. The show is conducted by Jeff Wayne and featuring Liam Neeson in 3D holography as The Journalist, who recounts his story of survival from the Martian invasion of 1898.

One of the most trailblazing arena tours of all time, Jeff Wayne’s musical version of The War of The Worlds returns with a musical spectacular like none other, with the production remaining a favourite to millions around the world, exciting audiences of all ages.

The Wanted’s Max George and ex-Eastenders star Maisie Smith, met and fell in love on the 2020 series of Strictly Come Dancing, and now they’ll be playing the married couple Parson Nathaniel & wife Beth, in the iconic musical.

“The moment I met Max & Maisie I knew they were the perfect fit for the role of Nathaniel and Beth,” says Jeff Wayne “Maisie has such a melodic but powerful voice, which compliments Max’s dramatic vocals wonderfully. Plus, being a couple in real life will add to their on-stage charisma and chemistry, and I’m delighted they’ve joined the 2025 The Spirit of Man Tour as husband and wife.”

Enter Shikari's Rou Reynolds also joins the cast as the enigmatic Artilleryman, which has previously been performed by Jason Donovan and Kaiser Chiefs' frontman Ricky Wilson.

Jeff said: “Since 2006 when we began touring arenas around the world, I’ve always been thrilled to welcome what is now a long list of great artists. This coming tour, for the role of The Artilleryman, I reached out to the lead singer of the wonderful Enter Shikari - Rou Reynolds - a massive talent whose voice thrills, and his personality matches. He will create his own interpretation of the enigmatic Artilleryman.”

Busted & Fightstar's Charlie Simpson follows in the footsteps of Gary Barlow, Brian McFadden, Marti Pellow and Justin Hayward as he joins Jeff Wayne’s The War of the Worlds for the role of the Sung Thoughts of The Journalist.

Jeff Wayne comments: “Since we began touring arenas in 2006 with my musical version of TWOTW, I’ve been so fortunate to have attracted a range of artists whose careers I’ve first admired, and then I discover they’re keen to come on board our Martian adventure. In March 2025 when we hit the road, our cast will be full of distinction once again, and I’m happy that I can now announce our last new cast member - Charlie Simpson of Busted and Fightstar fame, who has both a wonderful voice and physical presence that will grace the stage in our coming The Spirit of Man tour as The Sung Thoughts of The Journalist.”

Also joining the cast are Anna-Marie Wayne who steps up as Carrie (the Journalist’s Fiancée), whilst Nathan James takes on the The Voice of Humanity.

In 2006, TWOTW was already considered a cutting-edge production with six trucks filled to the brim. By 2025, marking 19 years of live touring, the production will be up to 12 trucks, with a host of new ingredients and special effects to challenge and excite the senses.

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