Recommended 12+ with adult supervision
Performance Dates
21 September 2026
Run time: 2h 40 mins
Includes interval
He’s traded the underworld for the West End stage! The hit Broadway musical Beetlejuice The Musical has arrived at the Prince Edward Theatre. Expect jaw-dropping stage effects, outrageous comedy and a killer score in this high-energy musical comedy. With its gothic style, unforgettable Beetlejuice characters and a brand-new cast of Beetlejuice, this larger-than-life show promises one of the most chaotic and entertaining nights in London theatre.
Stay for even more fun, fun, fun after the show, where you get to ask the cast all your burning (in hell) questions. 40 people only, on Monday 21 September... so be quick!
Beetlejuice began life as a cult classic directed by Tim Burton, starring Michael Keaton as the unforgettable troublemaking demon, along with Alec Baldwin, Winona Ryder, and, of course, the late, great Catherine O'Hara.
Known for its dark comedy, gothic visuals and bizarre supernatural world, the film became a pop-culture favourite. Decades later, the story was transformed into Beetlejuice The Musical, a stage spectacular packed with songs, outrageous comedy and theatrical magic, bringing Burton’s mischievous spirit to live audiences in London and beyond.
Beetlejuice The Musical follows Lydia Deetz, a strange and unusual teenager struggling with grief after the loss of her mother. When Lydia, her father and stepmother move into a haunted house, Lydia encounters the recently deceased couple Adam and Barbara Maitland, who are desperate to scare away the living and get their house back.
Unfortunately for them, another spirit is lurking nearby: Beetlejuice, a chaotic demon who specialises in causing trouble for both the living and the dead. Spotting Lydia as his ticket back to the land of the living, Beetlejuice hatches increasingly outrageous schemes that unleash supernatural chaos.
Packed with the iconic Beetlejuice characters we know and love, hilarious one-liners and plenty of otherworldly mayhem, the story is a hilarious adventure about grief, family and embracing life; even when the afterlife keeps getting in the way. Arriving in London after multiple Broadway runs and U.S. national tours, it’s the perfect blend of comedy, chaos and your fave undead characters.
If you love big musicals with attitude, spectacle and plenty of mischief, Beetlejuice the Musical in the West End is a must-see.
Beetlejuice – The Ghost with the Most A mischievous, fast-talking demon who delights in causing chaos for the living and the dead. The role was famously played on screen by Michael Keaton.
Lydia Deetz – The Strange and Unusual Teen A sharp-witted goth teenager who can see ghosts and forms an unlikely connection with the supernatural world.
Adam Maitland – The Recently Deceased Homeowner A gentle ghost trying to scare away the new residents of his beloved home.
Barbara Maitland – Adam’s Determined Wife A well-meaning spirit who struggles to adapt to the afterlife but is determined to protect her home.
Delia Deetz – Lydia’s Eccentric Stepmother A flamboyant and self-absorbed artist with a flair for the dramatic.
Read our full Beetlejuice Character Guide to find out more details.
If you love the spooky humour and theatrical mayhem of Beetlejuice the Musical, there are plenty of other shows to explore. Browse more high-energy productions in London’s Musicals. For supernatural spectacle, try Stranger Things: The First Shadow, while fans of outrageous comedy shouldn’t miss The Book of Mormon.
Planning to see Beetlejuice the Musical in London? Here are some quick answers to common questions about the show.
Yes — Beetlejuice the Musical has become a cult favourite in America thanks to its fast-paced comedy, inventive stage effects and high-energy score. Critics and audiences praise its clever humour, imaginative staging and faithful tribute to the original film.
In the story, Beetlejuice sees Lydia as his chance to return to the world of the living. Because she can see and communicate with ghosts, he tries to manipulate her into saying his name three times — which would allow him to escape the afterlife.
The character’s most famous line is: “It’s showtime!” — often delivered just before chaos breaks loose.
You can see Beetlejuice the Musical UK production in London’s West End at the Prince Edward Theatre, beginning performances in May 2026. Find out more about the musical production Beetlejuice now.
Beetlejuice The Musical is recommended for ages 12+ with parental guidance.
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