Grammy Award-winning American singer Ne-Yo is bringing his Champagne and Roses tour to the North East tonight (March 11).

The R&B star will be performing at Utilita Arena in Newcastle as part of his 16-date European tour.

Ne-Yo whose real name is Shaffer Chimere Smith rose to fame after writing the smash-hit Let Me Love You for Mario in 2004.

Just some of his top tracks of all time include So Sick, Miss Independent, Because Of You and Closer.

If you’re heading to Ne-Yo in Newcastle this evening, here is everything you need to know.

What time do doors open for Ne-Yo at Newcastle Utilita Arena?

According to the Utilita Arena website, doors will open at 6pm and the event will start at 7pm.

The show will conclude at 10.30pm but it’s important to know all timings are subject to change.

Are there any tickets left for Ne-Yo at Newcastle Utilita Arena?

Tickets for Ne-Yo at Newcastle’s Utilita Arena originally went on sale in November last year.

However, if you want to make any last-minute plans to see him take to the stage, you are in luck.

The Northern Echo:

There are still tickets available including for the floor area, blocks 101-110 and more on Ticketmaster.

At the time of writing, prices start from £47 and go up to £284 for VIP packages (per person).

Who is supporting Ne-Yo at Newcastle Utilita Arena?

Ne-Yo will be supported by Mario on some of his Champagne and Roses tour dates, including at his Newcastle performance.

Bag rules for Ne-Yo at Newcastle Utilita Arena

The Newcastle Utilita Arena website explains: “No backpacks, holdalls, suitcases will be admitted into the venue. The patron will be refused entry if they attempt to enter the venue with the prohibited item.

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“Patrons with accessible and medical requirements/equipment will be considered on an individual basis but encouraged to contact the venue in advance for ease of entry.

“There will be no temporary storage facilities for such items within the venue and it will be left to the patron to find a safe temporary facility to hold the item. The venue will not be responsible for late admission or non-admission as a result of this policy. There is no cloakroom.

“All remaining bags will be searched.”