# Event Details

- **Event Name**: THE POGUES | St James Theatre, Wellington
- **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 08 Apr, 2026 at 09:30 am
- **Event Description**: The Pogues make their long-awaited return to NZ stages with a special 40th-anniversary celebration of their classic album Rum, Sodomy & the Lash!

The tour brings together original members James Fearnley, Jem Finer, and Spider Stacy, alongside a stellar lineup of guest vocalists Daragh Lynch, Iona Zajac, and John Francis Flynn. They’re joined by musicians Holly Mullineaux, Jordan O’Leary, Fiachra Meek, Jim Sclavunos, Pete Fraser, Daniel Hayes, and Ian Williamson, performing the album in full plus other fan favourites. 

Released in 1985, Rum, Sodomy & the Lash remains a cornerstone of alternative music — fusing traditional Irish folk with punk and poetic storytelling. The album features some of The Pogues’ most celebrated songs, including A Pair of Brown Eyes, Dirty Old Town, and A Rainy Night in Soho. 

Returning for their first NZ tour in over 35 years, The Pogues promise an unforgettable night honouring one of the most influential albums in modern music.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/wellington/the-pogues-|-st-james-theatre-wellington/200029431208246
- **Event Categories**: art, theatre, entertainment, music, performances, storytelling
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 49

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Wellington
- **state**: WG
- **country**: New Zealand
- **location**: St. James Theatre, Wellington
- **lat**: -41.29311
- **long**: 174.77965
- **full address**: St. James Theatre, Wellington, New Zealand

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is THE POGUES | St James Theatre, Wellington being held?
  - **A:** THE POGUES | St James Theatre, Wellington takes place on Wed, 08 Apr, 2026 at 09:30 am to Wed, 08 Apr, 2026 at 09:30 am at St. James Theatre, Wellington, New Zealand.
- **Q**: Who is organizing THE POGUES | St James Theatre, Wellington?
  - **A:** THE POGUES | St James Theatre, Wellington is organized by Bluesfest Tours.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** THE POGUES | St James Theatre, Wellington is ideal for music lovers, fans of all genres, and anyone who wants to celebrate the power of music - from intimate gigs and live sessions to festivals and cultural performances. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Wellington, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If THE POGUES | St James Theatre, Wellington sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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