Billy Elliot The Musical

The award-winning British musical returns, following a boy’s journey from boxing to ballet in a northern town during the 1984/85 miners’ strike, featuring music by Elton John.

Seen by almost 12 million people across five continents and honoured with more than 80 awards worldwide, Billy Elliot the Musical is one of the most successful and beloved British musicals of all time. This landmark production returns to UK stages.

Set in a northern town during the miners’ strike of 1984/85, the story follows Billy’s journey from the boxing ring to the ballet class, where he discovers a passion for dance that changes his life. The production features iconic music by Elton John.

Dates: Wed 2 Dec 2026 – Sat 9 Jan 2027
Venue: Palace Theatre, Manchester

Selected performance times (multiple performances across the run):

• Wed 2 Dec 2026 – 7.30pm
• Thu 3 Dec 2026 – 2.30pm and 7.30pm
• Fri 4 Dec 2026 – 7.30pm
• Sat 5 Dec 2026 – 2.30pm and 7.30pm
• Mon 7 Dec 2026 – 7.30pm
• Tue 8 Dec 2026 – 7.30pm