Watch: performers wow Sunderland city centre audience ahead of Elton John concert

Pop legend Elton John performs at Sunderland’s Stadium of Light on Sunday, June 19.
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With fans coming from far and wide to see the show – including this couple from Lincoln – anticipation was high in the city centre.

And as the clock ticked down to the big event, a programme of family-friendly entertainment, including aerial performers, kept the atmosphere bubbling.