Madonna Hires 250-Strong Crew For Sticky & Sweet World Tour

Madonna will be accompanied by a travelling crew of 250 people on her forthcoming world tour, which begins in Cardiff on Saturday (August 23rd).

The singer's tour, which calls in London on September 11th, will feature four sections: 'Pimp', 'Old School', 'Gypsy' and 'Rave'.

Each section will take in a different era, beginning with a mashed up homage to 1920's deco and modern day gangsta pimp.

The show itself will feature 16 dancers, a 12 piece band, more than 8 costume changes for Madonna and £1 million worth of Swarovski crystals.

36 Different Designers have contributed to the onstage wardrobe, while 30 Wardrobe Trunks will travel to each venue.

Tickets for the tour, which supports Madonna's latest album 'Hard Candy', are on sale now and available through Gigwise here.

Alternatively, you can call our ticket hotline on 0871 230 1098 for more details.

The tour begins just a week after the singer turned 50. Check out our birthday tribute gallery HERE.