What the World Needs Now: The Burt Bacharach Songbook is a concert celebrating the music of one of pop’s most enduring songwriters. It comes to the Bournemouth International Centre on 13 October 2026, gathering the melodies that made Bacharach a household name into a single evening on the seafront.
What to expect
Burt Bacharach’s catalogue runs deep, spanning decades of songs that have been recorded by countless artists and woven into the fabric of popular music. This tribute brings that songbook to the stage in a live celebration of his craft. The full programme and running order are confirmed nearer the date, so it is worth checking the venue’s official listing for the latest details.
Planning your visit
The Bournemouth International Centre sits right on the seafront in the heart of town, an easy walk from the beach, the Lower Gardens and a good choice of restaurants and bars for before or after the show. Book tickets through the venue’s official listing, where you will also find the most up-to-date times and prices.
Dates & times
- 13 October 2026