Dr Hook Songbook

If you have been looking for something a bit different for your calendar this September, the Dr Hook Songbook is coming to the Brighton Open Air Theatre on 12 September 2026. It is a live concert production that focuses on revisiting the catalogue of the American country rock band Dr. Hook. Rather than just playing the tracks, the show aims to recreate the sound of the original band for a live stage setting.

The performance features the singer and songwriter Billy Shannon, who leads a live band through the setlist. The show includes a selection of the band's well-known tracks, such as Sylvia's Mother, When You're in Love With A Beautiful Woman, Sharing the Night Together, Only Sixteen, Sexy Eyes, and Cover of the Rolling Stone. It is essentially a dedicated run-through of these specific hits, designed for those who have an interest in the band's music and want to hear it performed live in an outdoor venue.

Since the event is taking place at the Brighton Open Air Theatre, it is worth keeping in mind that the experience will depend on the weather, as is typical for this venue. It is a straightforward setup: a live band playing the songs that defined Dr. Hook's career. If you are familiar with their discography, you will likely recognise the arrangements being presented. It is a specific type of tribute show that keeps the focus entirely on the music and the performance of these particular songs.