Experience the magic of Queen with this great tribute band! Formed in 1993, this group has been thrilling fans with their sensational live shows that echo the legendary performances of Queen themselves. Having started their journey at London University, where Queen played their first gigs, Killer Queen quickly rose to fame. By 1995, they had captivated audiences across the UK with a residency at London’s prestigious Strand Theatre, earning nationwide acclaim and BBC coverage as the first tribute band to perform in the West End. Killer Queen has taken their electrifying shows worldwide, entertaining fans from sold-out arenas that Queen once rocked, like the Ahoy Stadium and the Brighton Centre, to iconic U.S. venues such as Austin City Limits and the mesmerizing Red Rocks Arena. With front man Patrick Myers delivering an astonishingly accurate rendition of Freddie Mercury, both visually and vocally, every concert is an unforgettable journey back to Queen’s 1980s heyday. The Carolina Opry Theatre, 8901 N. Kings Hwy. Friday, 7 p.m. $34+ (800) 843-6779, www.thecarolinaopry.com