Burlesque The Musical UK Tour 2026–2027 is officially underway, bringing the glitter, powerhouse vocals and high-energy choreography of the hit stage musical to theatres across the UK. Following the 2025 West End run at the Savoy Theatre, this is a separate touring production with its own cast and a fresh set of production images.
Latest update – 20 August 2026: first-look production photography has now been released for the UK tour, giving audiences a glimpse of the new touring company in action.
Overview
Based on the 2010 film starring Christina Aguilera and Cher, Burlesque The Musical follows Ali Rose as she heads to New York City in search of her mother and is drawn into the dazzling world of the Burlesque Lounge. The stage musical mixes familiar songs with new material and a story centred on ambition, identity and finding your place.
The score features songs associated with Christina Aguilera, Sia and Diane Warren, alongside additional songs by Jess Folley and Todrick Hall.
Cast
The UK tour stars Faye Brookes as Tess, Richard Carter as Sean/Ms Loretta, Gracie O’Brien as Ali Rose, Davide Fienauri as Vince, Tyler Davis as Jackson and Vanessa Ela Young as Nikki.
Also appearing are Macy Dermody Blythe as Queenie, Darnell Matthew James as Trey, Leah Pugh as Daphne, Freya Baddeley as Peaches, Kizzi Pink Simpson as Pearl, Owen Stringer as Joe and Keith Alexander as Dash, with Callum Rose, Emily Jane Fitton, Alexandra O’Reilly, Emma Lloyd and Rhys West in the ensemble.
Creative Team
The production is led by producer, writer and creative director Steven Antin. It is directed by Racky Plews, with choreography by Robin Antin and Aaron Renfree.
Production Images
First-look production photography for the UK tour has been released, showing the new company on stage in the touring production.
Production photography credit: Rosie Moore / The Social Sort.
Dates / Tour
The UK tour runs through May 2027, visiting theatres across England, Scotland and Wales. Current announced dates include:
- Sunderland Empire Theatre: 13–22 August 2026
- Stoke-on-Trent Regent Theatre: 25–29 August 2026
- Cardiff Wales Millennium Centre: 1–5 September 2026
- Glasgow King’s Theatre: 8–19 September 2026
- Bradford Alhambra: 22–26 September 2026
- Southend Cliffs Pavilion: 29 September–3 October 2026
- Birmingham Alexandra Theatre: 6–17 October 2026
- Sheffield Lyceum: 27–31 October 2026
- Woking: 3–7 November 2026
- Aylesbury Waterside Theatre: 17–21 November 2026
- Liverpool Empire Theatre: 24 November–5 December 2026
- Blackpool Winter Gardens: 21 December 2026–2 January 2027
- Manchester Opera House: 6–23 January 2027
- Northampton Royal & Derngate: 26–30 January 2027
- Nottingham Theatre Royal: 1–6 February 2027
- Eastbourne Congress Theatre: 8–13 February 2027
- Edinburgh Playhouse: 16–27 February 2027
- Hull New Theatre: 2–6 March 2027
- York Grand Opera House: 23 March–3 April 2027
- Wolverhampton Grand Theatre: 6–10 April 2027
- Aberdeen His Majesty’s Theatre: 13–17 April 2027
- Oxford New Theatre: 27 April–8 May 2027
- New Wimbledon Theatre: 11–15 May 2027
Tickets
Ticket availability varies by venue. The button above uses an affiliate link, which means Clarissa’s Corner may earn a small commission if you book through it, at no extra cost to you. You can also check the official Burlesque The Musical website for the latest tour dates and venue information.
Plan Your Visit
The tour visits a mix of major city-centre and regional theatres, so travel and accessibility arrangements will differ at each stop. Check the individual venue before travelling for step-free access, accessible performances, parking and public transport information. The production is recommended for ages 12+ and runs for approximately 2 hours 30 minutes including an interval.
Latest Update
20 August 2026: The first production images from the UK tour have been released. This touring production sits alongside the separate London production, giving Burlesque two full-scale companies in 2026.
Looking for the earlier West End production? Read the Clarissa’s Corner archive post on Burlesque The Musical at the Savoy Theatre.
