Sting to play Palladium on May 8

Critically acclaimed songwriter and guitarist Sting will be at the Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel on May 8. (Photo provided)

Critically acclaimed world tour adds Carmel performance

Fans can expect solo hits and classics from The Police when 17-time Grammy Award winner Sting makes his first appearance at the Center for the Performing Arts on May 8.

Sting’s My Songs concert tour is an exuberant and dynamic show featuring his most beloved songs, written throughout his illustrious career. Hailed as a “masterful performance from start to finish,” the concert “takes fans on a musical journey through time” with hits like “Fields of Gold,” “Shape of My Heart,” “Roxanne” and “Demolition Man” punctuating an unforgettable show. Fans can also expect to hear “Englishman in New York,” “Every Breath You Take,” “Message in a Bottle” and many more.

Tickets starting at $100 will go on sale at 10 a.m. on Friday, Feb. 25, at the Palladium’s Fifth Third Bank Box Office, online at TheCenterPresents.org and by phone at (317) 843-3800. The 7:30 p.m. event is part of the 2021-22 Center Presents Season sponsored by Allied Solutions.

Sting’s latest album, The Bridge, showcases his prolific and diverse songwriting prowess. Representing various stages and styles from throughout his unrivaled career and drawing inspiration from genres including rock ’n’ roll, jazz, classical and folk, the eclectic album features Sting’s quintessential sound on pop-rock tracks such as the album’s opening rock salvo, “Rushing Water,” and the upbeat, whistle-driven earworm “If It’s Love.” To explore the album, visit the interactive hub at thebridge.sting.com.

On tour, Sting will be accompanied by an electric rock ensemble. Joe Sumner, his son, will appear as special guest.

Members of Sting’s Fan Club will have the opportunity to access exclusive presale tickets prior to the general public. For complete tour, ticket and fan club information, visit Sting.com.

The Center for the Performing Arts currently requires patrons aged 12 and older to show proof of COVID vaccination or a negative test taken within 72 hours of the performance before entering its venues. Patrons aged 3 and older must wear masks or other face coverings at all times.