About

What to expect

The Real Thing perform with original vocalists Chris Amoo and Dave Smith, celebrating the 50th anniversary of 'You To Me Are Everything' reaching No. 1.

  • Soul, funk and dance pioneers
  • Formed in 1972
  • Three Top 10 singles in the 70s/80s
  • Hits include 'You To Me Are Everything'
  • Hits include 'Can't Get By Without You'
  • Hits include 'Can You Feel the Force'
  • Around two million Spotify plays each month
  • Tracks still played daily on major UK radio
  • Longest-established, best-loved black group in UK entertainment

Dates

Questions

When does The Real Thing start and end?

The Real Thing runs Friday, 27 November 2026, 18:30.

Where is The Real Thing?

The Real Thing takes place at PizzaExpress Live (Holborn), 99 High Holborn, London, London.

Is The Real Thing sold out?

Yes, the official ticket shop lists The Real Thing as sold out. The official page shows it if tickets come back.

How do I book?

Book through the Ents24 listing:

ents24.com

What anniversary is this?

It marks the 50th anniversary of 'You To Me Are Everything' reaching No. 1 in the charts.

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Getting there

PizzaExpress Live (Holborn), 99 High Holborn, London, WC1V 6LF London, England, GB

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