Apparently the X Factor is down to the nitty gritty, with only a hand full of acts remaining as the battle for the title of act most likely to not succeed and watch the runners up exceed their efforts.

Well yes that competition have seven finalists performing on the tour now confirmed as James Arthur, Ella Henderson, Jahmene Douglas, Rylan Clark, Christopher Maloney and groups Union J and District3. The shows will come to The O2, Dublin on February 25th 2013 and then two days later in The Odyssey Arena, Belfast on February 27th. That leaves plenty of space around either date for further dates if they prove popular.

Tickets for the show are €40 – €49.65 in Dublin and £35.50 up in Belfast. Tickets for the show are on sale NOW and are available from Ticketmaster.ie and outlets nationwide. Here are some quotes from the acts about going on the X Factor tour.

Ella Henderson said “I cannot believe that at only 16 I have not only had the amazing opportunity and experience of appearing on X Factor I am now fulfilling a dream by taking part in an arena tour”.

Union J said “We cannot wait to go on The X Factor Live Tour and meet all the fans and thank them personally for all their support”.

James Arthur said “A year ago I was busking in the street and playing in my local pub so knowing that next year I’ll be performing at arenas is totally mind blowing, I can’t wait”.