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The Emergence World Tour: Professor Brian Cox Live in 2026-2027

Professor Brian Cox OBE is one of the most recognizable science communicators on the planet. A particle physicist by training -- he worked on the ATLAS experiment at the Large Hadron Collider at CERN -- Cox has spent the last two decades making complex science accessible and genuinely exciting for mainstream audiences. His BBC television series, including Wonders of the Solar System, Wonders of the Universe, and The Planets, have been watched by millions worldwide. But it is his live arena shows that have truly set him apart, turning physics lectures into must-see theatrical events.

The Emergence World Tour follows the massive success of Horizons (2022-2023) and Universal (2024), both of which sold out venues across the UK, Australia, and North America. Each show features state-of-the-art LED screens spanning the full stage width, custom animations, and real scientific imagery from NASA, ESA, and the James Webb Space Telescope. Cox guides the audience through the biggest questions in physics -- the origin of the universe, the nature of time, the possibility of life beyond Earth -- with a warmth and humor that makes even quantum mechanics feel approachable.

The North American leg of Emergence launches November 20, 2026 at the James L. Knight Center in Miami and immediately heads across Florida with stops in Jacksonville, St. Petersburg, and Melbourne. From there the tour swings through the Southeast and East Coast, hitting the Ryman Auditorium in Nashville on November 25, the Cobb Energy Centre in Atlanta on November 28, and theaters in Raleigh, Baltimore, Rochester, Cleveland, Cincinnati, and Detroit before a holiday break in early December.

The tour resumes in January 2027 on the West Coast, with two nights at the Moore Theatre in Seattle (January 15-16), followed by California dates in Stockton, San Francisco, San Jose, and a headline show at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles on January 24. The run continues through San Diego, Mesa, Denver, and a four-city Texas swing through San Antonio, Austin, Sugar Land, and Grand Prairie in early February.

The final stretch kicks off February 25 in Minneapolis and takes in Chicago, Columbus, St. Louis, Philadelphia, a night at the Beacon Theatre in New York on March 4, plus Albany, Boston, Portland, Newark, and a grand finale at DAR Constitution Hall in Washington, DC on March 13, 2027.

Full Venue List -- Emergence World Tour North America

• James L. Knight Center -- Miami, FL (Nov 20)
• Moran Theater -- Jacksonville, FL (Nov 21)
• Mahaffey Theater -- St. Petersburg, FL (Nov 22)
• King Center -- Melbourne, FL (Nov 23)
• Ryman Auditorium -- Nashville, TN (Nov 25)
• Cobb Energy Centre -- Atlanta, GA (Nov 28)
• Meymandi Concert Hall -- Raleigh, NC (Nov 29)
• The Lyric -- Baltimore, MD (Dec 1)
• Kodak Center -- Rochester, NY (Dec 3)
• KeyBank State Theatre -- Cleveland, OH (Dec 4)
• Taft Theatre -- Cincinnati, OH (Dec 5)
• Masonic Temple -- Detroit, MI (Dec 6)
• Moore Theatre -- Seattle, WA (Jan 15-16)
• Bob Hope Theatre -- Stockton, CA (Jan 21)
• Golden Gate Theatre -- San Francisco, CA (Jan 22)
• San Jose Civic -- San Jose, CA (Jan 23)
• Dolby Theatre -- Los Angeles, CA (Jan 24)
• Balboa Theatre -- San Diego, CA (Jan 27)
• Mesa Arts Center -- Mesa, AZ (Jan 28)
• Paramount Theatre -- Denver, CO (Jan 30)
• Majestic Theatre -- San Antonio, TX (Feb 2)
• Bass Concert Hall -- Austin, TX (Feb 3)
• Smart Financial Centre -- Sugar Land, TX (Feb 4)
• Texas Trust CU Theatre -- Grand Prairie, TX (Feb 5)
• State Theatre -- Minneapolis, MN (Feb 25)
• Chicago Theatre -- Chicago, IL (Feb 26)
• Palace Theatre -- Columbus, OH (Feb 27)
• Stifel Theatre -- St. Louis, MO (Feb 28)
• Miller Theater -- Philadelphia, PA (Mar 2)
• Beacon Theatre -- New York, NY (Mar 4)
• Palace Theatre -- Albany, NY (Mar 5)
• Wang Theater -- Boston, MA (Mar 6)
• Merrill Auditorium -- Portland, ME (Mar 10)
• NJPAC Prudential Hall -- Newark, NJ (Mar 11)
• DAR Constitution Hall -- Washington, DC (Mar 13)

How to Get Professor Brian Cox Emergence Tour Tickets

Where can I buy Professor Brian Cox tour tickets?

Tickets are available through Ticketmaster and the official Brian Cox Live website. Resale tickets are also available on platforms like BigStub, StubHub, and Vivid Seats. BigStub offers verified seats with a 100% buyer guarantee and over 20 years of trusted service.

How much do Professor Brian Cox tickets cost?

Ticket prices vary by venue and seating section. Most theaters on this tour offer a range of options from balcony seats to premium orchestra. Prices on the resale market fluctuate based on demand, so comparing across platforms is a smart strategy. VIP and meet-and-greet packages may also be available through official channels.

What is the Emergence show about?

Emergence explores the biggest questions in modern physics -- how complexity and structure arise from simple laws, the origins of life and consciousness, and what the latest discoveries from particle physics and cosmology tell us about reality. Like previous Brian Cox live shows, it features stunning visuals, real scientific imagery, and a narrative guided by one of the best science communicators working today.

Is Professor Brian Cox performing in multiple cities?

Yes. The North American leg of the Emergence World Tour covers 36 dates across the United States from November 2026 through March 2027. Cities include Miami, Nashville, Atlanta, Cleveland, Detroit, Seattle, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Denver, four Texas cities, Chicago, New York, Boston, and many more. Check the full venue list above for the complete schedule.

What should I know before attending a Brian Cox live show?

Brian Cox live shows typically run about two hours with a brief intermission. The production uses massive LED screens and custom visuals, so every seat in the house gets a great view. Arrive a few minutes early to settle in. For the best selection of verified tickets at every price point, browse the listings on BigStub -- backed by two decades of experience and an industry-leading Trustpilot rating.