Elton John to play in Dunedin

Elton John. Photo / Supplied

Dunedin's new stadium has attracted its first major singing act, with Sir Elton John set to perform late next year.

John's concert at the Forsyth Barr Stadium, which is hoped to be ready in time for next year's Rugby World Cup, would be the first time he has visited the South Island in 20 years, the Otago Daily Times reported.

The date of the concert and ticket prices would be announced early next year.

-NZPA