Ringo Starr and his All Starr Band is appearing at the Opera House, Manchester as part of a six-date UK tour. We have teamed up with the Opera House to promote their competition to give three very lucky readers the chance to win a pair of tickets to see Ringo and his band perform for one night only at the Opera House on Wednesday 22nd June at 7.30pm.

Since beginning his career with The Beatles in the 1960s, Ringo has been one of the world’s brightest musical luminaries. He has enjoyed a successful and dynamic solo career as a singer, songwriter and drummer, and active musical collaborator and as an actor. Drawing inspiration from classic blues, country, honky-tonk and rock ‘n’ roll, Ringo continues to play an important role in modern music with his solo recording and touring and his music is permeated with his personality, warmth and humour.

HOW TO WIN!

Simply answer the following question and email us (click here) your answer, together with your name, address and daytime contact telephone number (please mark Ringo Starr Competition in your subject line). Alternatively, you can post your entries to Ringo Starr Competition, Newspaper Promotions, The Academy, 138 Bridge Street, Warrington, WA1 2RU. Closing date is June 12, 2011. Usual Newsquest rules apply click here for full list. The Opera House may wish to contact you with further information, which may be of interest to you. Should you not wish to receive such information, please mark NO DATA on your entry.

QUESTION:

Ringo Starr began his career as the drummer for which group in the 60s?

  • To book tickets for Ringo Starr and his All Starr Band on Wednesday 22nd June, 2011 at 7.30pm. Call the booking line on 0844 871 3018* or visit www.palaceandoperahouse.org.uk (*booking fee applies). Groups of 10 call 0844 871 3038. Tickets £55 and £60.