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The AcademicLondon · Fri, 16 Apr 2027

18:45 local time
ScalaLondon
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About this event

The Academic takes place at Scala, London on Friday, 16 April 2027, starting at 18:45 local time.

It is listed as Pop (Concerts).

General on-sale starts 23 Oct 2026, 10:00 BST.

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Stay & get there

Nearest station
King's Cross St Pancras · Metro station · 260 m · 4 min walk
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The Academic at Scala: show day guide

Show starts
18:45
The Academic on stage(est.)
18:45
Set length(est.)
1 hr
Expected finish(est.)
19:45
Getting there
King's Cross St Pancras, 260 m (4 min walk)
Parking
Very limited parking, strongly advise the use of public transport.

Estimated from the headliner's recent setlists and a typical running order. Venues publish exact stage times on the day, so check before you travel.

What to expect: recent setlist

From Malahide Castle & Gardens, Malahide on 20 June 2026

  1. 1Why Can't We Be Friends
  2. 2Acting My Age
  3. 3Don't Take It Personally
  4. 4Different
  5. 5Girlfriends
  6. 6Bear Claws

Most played songs on this tour

  • Why Can't We Be Friends×11
  • Acting My Age×11
  • Don't Take It Personally×11
  • Different×11
  • Girlfriends×11
  • Bear Claws×11
  • Bye Bye Baby×10
  • Fake ID×10
  • My Very Best×10
  • Mixtape 2003×10

Setlist data: setlist.fm · The Academic

Line-up

Venue: Scala

275 Pentonville Road, Kings Cross, London, N1 9NL
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Parking
Very limited parking, strongly advise the use of public transport.
Accessible seating
The venue is accessible to those with special needs, but wheelchair bound visitors will need to be lifted up a flight of stairs. For more information and to book special needs tickets please contact the venue on 020 7833 2022.
Venue rules
No under 18s No proffessional cameras
Children
No under 18s

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The Academic: FAQs

When is The Academic?

The Academic is scheduled for Friday, 16 April 2027 at 18:45 local time.

Where is The Academic taking place?

At Scala, 275 Pentonville Road, Kings Cross, London N1 9NL.

How much are tickets for The Academic?

The ticket seller has not published a price range. Open the official listing to see current prices and available seats.

Is there parking at Scala?

Very limited parking, strongly advise the use of public transport.

What songs will The Academic play?

At their most recent show (20 June 2026, Malahide) The Academic played 6 songs, including Why Can't We Be Friends, Acting My Age, Don't Take It Personally, Different, and Girlfriends.

Does The Academic have other upcoming dates?

Yes — The Academic has 21 upcoming dates, including Nottingham (12 Nov), Nottingham (13 Nov), and Norwich (17 Nov).

What time does The Academic go on stage?

The Academic is expected on stage around 18:45. The show itself starts at 18:45 local time.

How long is The Academic's set?

Recent shows ran to 6 songs, about 1 hr on stage, so expect to finish around 19:45.

The Academic

Fri, 16 Apr 2027

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