The Last Dinner Party in Vancouver

From UK Beginnings to The Last Dinner Party in Vancouver

So before getting into The Last Dinner Party in Vancouver, let’s rewind back to 2018. Abigail Morris, Georgia Davies and Lizzie Mayland are attending King’s College in London. Connected by the musical inspirations of David Bowie, Kate Bush, Queen, and 1950s Jule Styne. The latter being a theatrical inspiration. Later in time, the three artists met Emily Roberts and Aurora Nishevci, and together the group formed a band, The Dinner Party. Just as things were kicking off, 2020 happened. While divided from the world, the group stayed in the shadows, practicing, creating demos, blossoming for the world’s bubble to burst. In the meantime due to legal confusion, they changed to what we now know as, The Last Dinner Party. As the world reopened and the world could finally be exposed to the alt indie-rock group, they garnered success in the scene which led to singles in 2023. Their first being a mega-hit “Nothing Matters.” Catchy, relatable, quirky, and very British, the group became an instant phenomenon. Shows were booked, fan traction gaining, the question being what’s the next logical step forward?. The answer? 2024’s Prelude to Ecstasy. To date, the album’s amassed 467 million streams on Spotify alone, Debuted on the UK charts at #1 with 32k copies sold in the first week alone. Yah, I’d say the UK just garnered their next best group.

Between a large tour, global interviews, and devotee fanbase, the artists had a lot riding their shoulders. So in 2025, album #2 hit the masses with From The Pyre. “Count The Ways,” “This is the Killer Speaking,” TLDP proved they’d broken second album syndrome and crafted a beautifully well-rounded album that highlights both themselves as a group and individuals. It’s not just the Georgia and Emily show. Nor the Lizzie or Aurora show, I think you understand the point. To follow the massive success of the album, the group didn’t wait long to announce the next venture, a tour. The From The Pyre has been a global event and on May 24th, a sold-out night at the Orpheum. We got The Last Dinner Party in Vancouver.

So, How Was It?

Like a Victorian painting brought to life. For a group that visually stylizes itself to that era of history, there was no better place to perform than the Orpheum Theatre. With halls that reminisce an Opera House. Wide ceilings and walls handcrafted to mimic that of high-class Victorian age, it really is a sight to behold. Nearing 3,000 seats in the house, every one was filled. Fans dressed perfect for the occasion, glamoured in white make-up with bright lipstick, overly darkened eyes. This was a party of a different time. Opening the show was Automatic, an LA based post-punk group that perfectly mirrored the sound TLDP fans were used to. We’ll just say between the fans saving their artist page on streaming services, it was clear they’d be gaining quite the fanbase in the near future. But alas, 9pm hit, anticipation was at an all-time high, fans running from merch lines to seats, and birds were illuminated on stage. Not in the literal sense, but the set decor set a tone. In a sudden manner, those lights dimmed and the screams of a thousand fans began. The Last Dinner Party in Vancouver officially began.

Setlist & Highlights

Without a member on stage, guitars could be heard against ample fans, and one by one TLDP arrived on stage. Emily, Abigail, Aurora and Lizzie, but something, rather someone is missing. Bassist Georgia. Unfortunately, she took a fall last month that resulted in a broken back that requires a rigorous healing process. While Vancity missed her, we all hope for a speedy recovery. Jumping to the first track of the night, it’s arguably one of the most important choices a band can make for a set, and it didn’t disappoint. “Angus Dei,” not only opened the show, but spoilers, closed it out as well. The massive hit from the latest album had the crowd moving, singing along, and that didn’t stop there. 21-tracks made up the set and it was ushered by an incredible vocalist who just refused to stand still. Vocalist Abigail Morris’ energy was magnetic and created an addictive state in which fans couldn’t keep their gaze away from the stage. During the second track “Count the Ways,” Guitarist Emily rose to the second level of the stage to show-off a lil bit of those skills. That guitar work with the iconic St. Vincent guitar was rooted by fans plenty of moments throughout the show, and well deservedly so.

We can’t go forward without giving props to the lighting and set design staff. Who crafted a brilliant stage that perfectly mimics listening to The Last Dinner Party. Between a large bell, raised platform, those hanging birds. It not only fit into the band’s aesthetic, but the venue and design were connected as one. Continuing, Prelude got flowers with “Burn Alive,” “”Sinner,” “Nothing Matters,” (of course). While throwing love to “My Lady of Mercy,” “Gjuha” and “Caesar on a TV Screen.” However, we can’t forget what the night was in celebration of, From the Pyre. The tracks consisted of… The entire album. From “Rifle,” “Woman is a Tree, “ “Second Best,” “Sail Away” and so on. Vancouver ate well, but those weren’t the only treats. New track “Big Dog,” got its live grace followed by something unexpected. Unreleased track “Knocking at the Sky.” The mostly devoted audience was in pure ecstasy as the awe-inspiring moment had phones out ready to record so the track could be played many times over.

The End of The Last Dinner Party

After 19 tracks, The Last Dinner Party pulled a stage leave. Leaving fans to chant the group like a summoning and after a few moments. The second coming of The Last Dinner Party in Vancouver. The final two tracks of the night brought out every voice that knew lyrics from first to final note. Making for a moment not only the fans would remember, but the band would be reminded of anytime they reminisced about their performance. It ended how it began, “Angus Dei,” and this reception was one that’ll stick with anyone who was lucky enough to experience The Last Dinner Party in Vancouver. Abigail, Emily, Lizzie and Aurora took final bow and with it, the chants of thousands brought on emotions that locked this performance as one both the group and city will never forget. Walking Granville street, the once black eyeliner on fans faces became rundown black tears. The Last Dinner Party in Vancouver was a performance that exceeded well beyond what fans hoped for, but with the recent release of new tracks, I know myself and thousands of others can’t wait for another round of The Last Dinner Party in Vancouver.

Thank You

I’d like to thank The Last Dinner Party and their incredible team for allowing us to experience the show. If you’d like to catch a future tour date, please visit here: The Last Dinner Party Tour Dates