Billy Elliot Returns to the West End in 2027
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After nearly 12 years away, *Billy Elliot The Musical* is set to dance back onto the West End stage. Since its debut, the production has been seen by over 10.5 million people worldwide and has collected more than 80 international awards, including ten Tony Awards and five Olivier Awards. Inspired by the beloved film, the musical follows young Billy’s transformation from aspiring boxer to gifted ballet dancer against the backdrop of the 1984–85 miners’ strike, reshaping both his life and the community around him.
The show reunites the original creative team: writer **Lee Hall** (book and lyrics), director **Stephen Daldry**, choreographer **Peter Darling**, and composer **Elton John**. The West End production will also feature scenic design by **Ian MacNeil**, costumes by **Nicky Gillibrand**, lighting by **Rick Fisher**, sound by **Paul Arditt**i, and hair, wig and make-up design by **Campbell Young**. Musical supervision and orchestrations are by Martin Koch, with **Simon Pollard** as tour director and **Jeroen Luiten** as associate choreographer. Casting is led by **Pippa Ailion** and **Natalie Gallacher** for adults, with **Nick Hockaday** of Jessica Ronane Casting overseeing the children.
**Stephen Daldry** and **Elton John** said in a joint statement: “Bringing *Billy Elliot the Musical* to life was one of the most joyful and inspiring experiences of our careers. Returning it to the West End and UK audiences for the first time in over a decade is incredibly exciting. The story is bold, British, heartfelt, and more relevant than ever — we can’t wait for a new generation to experience it.”
The musical will play at the Adelphi Theatre from 12 February to 31 July 2027.