'A Great Night Out': Artpark to welcome legendary Who icon Sir Roger Daltrey

Daltrey announces 2026 US tour, ‘A Great Night Out’; end-of-summer 20-city tour to showcase hall of fame rocker’s captivating solo work, Who classics & surprises

√ Includes performance in Artpark Mainstage Theater on Sept. 17 

Artpark & Company press release & photo

Artpark & Company announces legendary performer Sir Roger Daltrey will bring his “A Great Night Out” tour to the Artpark Mainstage Theater in Lewiston at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 17.

Rock legend Daltrey announced a run of U.S. solo tour dates, celebrating his return two years after his widely praised “Semi-Acoustic 2024” summer outing – and well-rested from the acclaimed Who farewell tour that critics hailed as a powerful nod to the rock canon. The much-anticipated solo trek has been dubbed “A Great Night Out.”

The recently knighted rock stalwart will be backed by the same musical lineup he performed with on his 2024 tour, featuring a hand-picked ensemble of musicians: Simon Townshend (guitar), Billy Nicholls (mandolin), Jody Linscott (percussion), Doug Boyle (guitar), John Hogg (bass), Katie Jacoby (violin), Steve Weston (harmonica), Geraint Watkins (keyboards/accordion) and Scott Devours (drums).

The 2026 dates will spotlight Daltrey’s unmistakable voice and deep catalog, blending iconic selections from his remarkable solo material, reimagined cover songs and Who rarities.

Daltrey will be building on the momentum of his 2024 performances, which were widely celebrated for their acoustic intimacy, storytelling, and enduring vocal presence, with Daltrey also offering up renditions of songs seldom performed live by him or The Who.

The 2024 tour drew raves, with USA Today commenting, “Put Roger Daltrey on a stage and he’s going to rock”; and Forbes calling attention to the casual interplay of songs and stories delivered by a relaxed and funny Daltrey – “witty, charming, and engaging. An absolute masterclass.’’ 

The upcoming shows promise another fresh, revealing glimpse of the charismatic singer, with more banter and straight-shooting rapport as he continues to reign as one of rock’s most commanding live performers.

This past December, Daltrey was honored with a knighthood by The Prince of Wales at Windsor Castle for his contribution to charity and music. Daltrey launched and curated the “Teenage Cancer Trust” concerts initiative at the Royal Albert Hall, which has raised millions for the charity over the past 25 years.

Fans will have access to presale tickets with password GREATNIGHT beginning at 10 a.m. Wednesday, May 13. A public on-sale starts at 10 a.m. Friday, May 15. For complete details, visit https://www.thewho.com. 

The tour will also offer a variety of VIP packages and experiences for fans to take their concert experience to the next level. Find more details here.

This Lewiston performance is presented by Artpark.

Tickets will be available for purchase online at ticketmaster.com and artpark.net; by phone from the Artpark box office at 716-754-4375; or in-person at the Artpark box office, 450 S. Fourth St. In-person sales hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Friday, and 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. Saturday.

More about Roger Daltrey: Inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame with The Who in 1990, Daltrey received a Lifetime Achievement award from the Grammy Foundation along with the band in 2001. Daltrey and The Who co-founder Pete Townshend received Kennedy Center Honors in 2008. Considered to have one of the most recognizable singing voices of all time, Planet Rock listeners voted Daltrey rock's fifth-greatest voice in music history. He also received stellar reviews for his unique 2018 autobiography, “Thanks a Lot Mr. Kibblewhite.” Known for his magnetic presence and rebellious creative spirit, Daltrey has also been an actor and film producer, with multiple roles in films, theater and television.

He's released 10 solo studio albums, including the acclaimed discs “Daltrey,” “Ride a Rock Horse,” “One of the Boys” and the 2018 release “As Long As I Have You”; and such hit singles as “I’m Free,” “Giving It All Away,” “Without Your Love,” “Free Me” and “After the Fire.” Daltrey’s solo work has been compiled into two anthologies: “Martyrs and Madmen” (1997) and “Moonlighting” (2005). Queen Elizabeth awarded him a CBE for his service to music and charity in 2004.

At Artpark this season:

2026 events and programs at Artpark currently or about to be on sale include: “Sesame Street Live: Elmo’s Got The Moves” (May 28); Ryan Bingham and the Texas Gentlemen, “Still Gettin’ Away With It Tour” (Friday, May 29); “Wine & Wheels” (June, multiple events); 16^th annual Artpark Fairy House Festival (June 20); Femmes Of Rock (July 10); Ziggy Marley, “Brightside Tour” (July 11); “Artcamps” for ages 8-13 (July 13-24); Sarah McLachlan, “Better Broken Tour” (July 14); Blackberry Smoke, “Rattle, Ramble and Roll Tour 2026” (July 15); “Legacy in Motion: Celebrating Miles Davis at 100,” featuring Jon Lehrer Dance Company & John Bacon and Star People (July 17); “Candlelight Concert” with the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra (July 19); Shaky Graves + Dope Lemon (July 22); Djo, “Summer Tour” (July 23); “Mojitos & Mosaics” (July 25); Cole Swindell (July 30); Tori Amos, “In Times Of Dragons Tour” (Aug. 4); Gov’t Mule and JJ Grey & Mofro (Aug. 6); “Howard Jones: Things Can Only Get Better Tour,” featuring Howard Jones, Wang Chung, The English Beat and Modern English, hosted by SiriusXM’s Richard Blade (Aug. 12); “Mojitos & Mosaics” (Aug. 15); Turnpike Troubadours with special guests Muscadine Bloodline & The Creekers (Aug. 14); Andy Grammer “The Big Stupid Heart Tour,” with Walk Off The Earth (Aug. 21); The Rock Orchestra, “Arena of Fire” (Aug. 26); Sierra Ferrell, “Heavy Petal Tour” (Sept. 2); O.A.R. with Gavin DeGraw and KT Tunstall (Sept. 12); Sir Roger Daltrey, “A Great Night Out” (Sept. 17); Ray LaMontagne, “Trouble 20th Anniversary Tour” (Sept. 22); Charley Crockett, “Age of the Ram Tour,” with Durand Jones & The Indications (Sept. 29). Stay tuned for more events and programs. Visit artpark.net for up-to-date information.

Artpark & Company is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization bringing arts and culture to the community. Patron generosity makes that work possible.

The 2026 season is sponsored and supported in part by: M&T Bank; Charles D. and Mary A. Bauer Foundation; Cullen Foundation; New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation; Parks & Trails New York; Modern Disposal Services; Town of Lewiston; Niagara County Legislature; New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature.