Marvel brings comic book spectacle to Sheffield Arena

Six dates have been booked in the city next January for the show, which has been playing to sold out audiences across America for the past 18-months.

Sheffield audiences first enjoyed Batman Live when the first live superhero show of its kind came to the city six years ago.

But Marvel Universe Live promises to take the experience to a new level.

Featuring more than 50 cast members, it uses innovations in arena set design and aerial pyrotechnics, with stunts developed by the team from Hollywood blockbuster, Thor, and the recent The Amazing Spider-Man films.

The set includes 3D projection, the largest flying system ever used for a live arena tour and the debut of a new spotlight tracking system.

Marvel’s Chief Creative Officer Joe Quesada said:“To see all the elements of this spectacular live show come together has been truly incredible.

“The technology utilised in the show is not only going to blow your mind, it is going to take you to a whole new Marvel world like nothing British families have ever seen before.”

Tickets are available from noon today and go on general sale on Friday, March 4.