Nathan Moore rocks Darlington Old School Disco at The Forum

Brother Beyond star Nathan Moore headlined the event at Darlington’s Forum Music Centre on Saturday (November 22) for the second consecutive year.

Organised by James Watson, of the DL21 radio show, the event followed last year’s sell‑out success and drew crowds from across the North East.

Nathan Moore, frontman of 80s boyband Brother Beyond, whipped up the crowd at Darlington’s Forum Music Centre (Image: MICHELLE TAYLOR)

Half an hour before the show began, the venue was already half full, with partygoers eager to relive the sounds of the 80s and 90s.

DJs Scott Wetherill and Mojaxx kept the dancefloor moving all night, spinning classic hits that had the audience singing and dancing from start to finish.

Moore, frontman of the 80s boyband Brother Beyond, delivered a lively set mixing his own chart hits with singalong favourites from artists including Jason Donovan, Neil Diamond and Erasure.

“It was a pleasure to have Nathan back at The Forum,” said Mr Watson. “He’s a fantastic entertainer, but the real stars are the people who arrive wanting a good time and leave so happy having had an amazing night.

“Job done in my mind.”

This is the second year Nathan has headlined the Forum’s Old School Disco in Darlington (Image: DENISE KEMP HICKEY)

Moore himself praised the Darlington crowd, saying: “I love coming to the North East. The people of Darlington are great fun and so welcoming whenever I perform at The Forum. I promised them I’d love to come back for another party.”

Fans travelled from across the region to join the disco.

Denise Kemp Hickey, one of a large group from Sunderland, said: “Girls just want to have fun – and that’s exactly what we had.

“The Forum does not disappoint – our host James is so attentive, making us feel welcome and special.

“Nathan Moore, the Peter Pan of 80s pop, is second to none.

This group, sporting Nathan Moore T-shirts, travelled from Sunderland to see ‘the Peter Pan of 80s pop. (Image: DENISE KEMP HICKEY)

“He always puts 100 per cent into his performance, interacting with the crowd throughout.

“Our group travelled from Sunderland and it’s now become an annual ritual we all look forward to.”

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Adding to the spectacle, local breakdance crew The Wreckheadz impressed with high‑energy routines, keeping the audience entranced with their spins and flips.

The Forum’s Live Events and Creative Projects Leader, Kirsten Yates, hailed the night a success:

She said: “To have someone of Nathan’s calibre come to Darlington and for everyone to have such a fabulous night is a massive success.”