Alice Cooper has introduced British guitarist Anna Cara in place of his longtime guitarist Nita Strauss, who announced earlier this year that she was taking a break to welcome her first child this summer.
22-year-old Anna, from Newcastle, England, has previously worked with Marc Storace (from the Swiss band KROKUS) and Tommy Henriksen (guitarist with both Alice and the HOLLYWOOD VAMPIRES). She has built an Instagram following with her videos.
Anna will make her debut April 2-4 with Alice at his special “Welcome To Our Nightmare” shows in Las Vegas. These unique shows are a collaboration with illusionist Criss Angel and take place in his theatre at Planet Hollywood.
Alice has his U.S. “Alice’s Attic” tour April 14 through May 9, and then returns to Las Vegas May 22-24 for three more “Welcome To Our Nightmare” shows with Criss Angel.
Keeping his usual busy schedule, Alice then has a European “Alice’s Attic” tour June 13-July 12, and promises more shows in the fall.
Said Alice, “Nita found a brilliant British female guitarist to fill in for her while she is on maternity leave. Anna Cara is a beautiful dynamic shredder in the vein of Nita but with a style of her own. She will fit in with our gang perfectly while Nita is away and we can’t wait for the sick things to meet her. Welcome to the show, Anna!”
Anna, for her part, said, “This is like a dream come true, to join Alice and his great band. Back when I started playing guitar at 14, I was watching Alice Cooper live shows on YouTube dreaming of joining one day! Nita Strauss is a tough act to follow, and she’s been so encouraging to me this past month, so I am looking forward to showing everyone who I am and what I can do.”
Nita said, “When I was asked in an interview who I thought was the best up and coming guitarist, I had no hesitation in answering ‘Anna Cara.’ Anna‘s precision and soulful, emotional playing will make her an amazing asset to the Cooper tour! Working with Alice for 12 years has been the experience of a lifetime and I look forward to seeing you all back on the road (with a +1 along for the ride!) Until that time comes, I know that the show is in good hands and the fans are in for a treat!”
ALICE COOPER ON TOUR:
April 2–4, 2026 – Las Vegas, United States – Criss Angel Theatre (“Welcome To Our Nightmare” w/ Criss Angel)
“ALICE’S ATTIC” U.S. TOUR:
April 14, 2026 – San Antonio, United States – Majestic Theatre
April 15, 2026 – Irving, United States – Toyota Music Factory
April 17, 2026 – Topeka, United States – Performing Arts Center
April 18, 2026 – Cedar Rapids, United States – Alliant Energy Powerhouse
April 19, 2026 – Terre Haute, United States – The Mill
April 21, 2026 – Toledo, United States – Stranahan Theatre
April 23, 2026 – Columbus, United States – Mershon Auditorium
April 24, 2026 – Pikeville, United States – Appalachian Wireless Arena
April 25, 2026 – Huber Heights, United States – Rose Music Center @ The Heights
April 27, 2026 – Virginia Beach, United States – The Dome
April 28, 2026 – Durham, United States – Performing Arts Center
April 29, 2026 – Spartanburg, United States – Memorial Auditorium
May 1, 2026 – Albertville, United States – Sand Mountain Amphitheatre
May 2, 2026 – Albany, United States – Civic Center
May 3, 2026 – Pensacola, United States – Bay Center
May 5, 2026 – Fort Myers, United States – Barbara B Mann Performing Arts Hall
May 6, 2026 – Fort Lauderdale, United States – Aurene Theatre
May 7, 2026 – Daytona Beach, United States – Welcome to Rockville festival
May 9, 2026 – Camden, United States – Freedom Mortgage Pavilion
May 22–24, 2026 – Las Vegas, United States – Criss Angel Theatre (“Welcome To Our Nightmare” w/ Criss Angel)
“ALICE’S ATTIC” EUROPEAN TOUR:
June 13, 2026 – Istanbul, Turkey – Lifepark Open Air
June 18, 2026 – Clisson, France – Hellfest
June 19, 2026 – Vitoria-Gasteiz, Spain – Azkena Rock Festival
June 21, 2026 – Dessel, Belgium – Graspop Metal Meeting
June 24, 2026 – Copenhagen, Denmark – Copenhell Festival
June 25, 2026 – Oslo, Norway – Tons of Rock Festival
June 27, 2026 – Rattvik, Sweden – Dalhalla Open Air
June 30, 2026 – Plzen, Czech Republic – Logspeed Arena
July 2, 2026 – Ballenstedt, Germany – Rock Harz Open Air
July 3, 2026 – Clam, Austria – Clam Rock @ Clam Castle
July 4, 2026 – Eisenstadt, Austria – Lovely Days Festival
July 7, 2026 – Zurich, Switzerland – The Hall
July 8, 2026 – Luxembourg, Luxembourg – Rockhal
July 9, 2026 – Gelsenkirchen, Germany – Amphtheatre
July 12, 2026 – Romano D’Ezzelino, Italy – AMA Music Festival
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