Cat is back on tour.

THE artist formerly known as Cat Stevens is returning to the stage after a break of 33 years.

Now named Yusuf, he will play the NIA Academy on November 23.

Tickets, priced pounds 50, pounds 60 and pounds 75, plus fees, go on sale at 9am on Monday from 0844 338 8000 or at www.theticketfactory.com.

The legendary singer/ songwriter is expected to offer audiences a taste of his hits, like Wild World, Father & Son and First Cut Is The Deepest, as well as newer music.

He will also showcase his new musical, Moonshadow.

"My songs always told a story, so it's natural for me to extend that into a stage musical form," Yusuf says. "It's taken a long time, but it's always been a dream to write a musical."