Major musicals on in Birmingham in early 2026 include Sister Act (until Feb 1), The Sound of Music (Jan 27–Feb 1), and MJ the Musical (Feb 17–22) at the Birmingham Theater. Other highlights include Mamma Mia! (May 2026) at the Hippodrome.
Les Miserables. It's the longest-running musical in the West End and will probably be the longest-running musical in history in the not-too-distant future. ...
Calling all MAMMA MIA fans - here we go again 📣 MAMMA MIA! is returning to Birmingham from Tue 12 - Sat 30 May 2026 🪩 Casting has just been announced for this ABBA-tastic show 🌟 Are you ready to have the time of your life?
Mary Poppins flies into Birmingham Hippodrome for 2025!
Is Tina Turner the musical touring the UK?
Yes, TINA – The Tina Turner Musical is currently on its first-ever UK & Ireland tour, with dates scheduled throughout 2025 and into 2026, visiting major cities like Leeds, Cardiff, Birmingham, and Sheffield, celebrating the Queen of Rock 'n' Roll's inspiring story with her iconic hits. You can find specific venue and date information on the official website and theatre sites.
What age is senior at Alexandra Theatre Birmingham?
ATG+ and Access Members: please log in and any exclusive price offers will appear for you to select from. Concessions or special ticket types may be available for: Students (with valid student ID) for select shows. Senior citizens (anyone over the age of 60) for select shows.
The story of America then, as told by America now. Lin-Manuel Miranda's multi award-winning cultural phenomenon Hamilton is touring the UK for the very first time in 2023/2024 and is coming to Birmingham Hippodrome for a ten week season from 25 Jun – 31 Aug 2024.
'Matilda The Musical' is heading to Birmingham in 2026 🤩 Not gonna lie, this is getting me very excited! We were lucky enough to watch the show in London but this makes life easier (and cheaper) with it coming to our doorstep next year 🥳 https://www.birminghamhippodrome.com/matilda- the-musical-announced-for-2026.
There's no single "best" musical, as it depends on criteria like popularity, influence, or critical acclaim, but Les Misérables, Hamilton, Wicked, The Phantom of the Opera, West Side Story, and film classics like Singin' in the Rain, The Wizard of Oz, and The Lion King consistently appear on top lists for their massive impact, box office success, and enduring appeal.
Right now, Hamilton, Wicked, and The Lion King remain incredibly popular and consistently rank among the top musicals on Broadway and in London, known for their massive appeal and long runs, with newer hits like Six and Moulin Rouge! also drawing huge crowds, alongside the new phenomenon Stranger Things: The First Shadow.
Outside two obelisks, the lower portion of a serpentine column and the ruins of the sphendone no other trace of the grand stadium still exists - at least in situ. Marble fragments and bits of sculpture can be found in museums but the only thing within the footprint of the hippodrome today is Sultanahmet Square.
However, some find it boring due to its heavy reliance on music over a straightforward story, and many reviewers caution that the film contains mature themes, including strong language and references to sexual content, making it more appropriate for older children and teens.
Hamilton is so expensive due to overwhelming popularity (high demand, limited supply), its status as a cultural phenomenon, and strategic price discrimination by producers to capture revenue from scalpers, with premium seats reaching very high costs while lower-priced options still remain significant, all amplified by the secondary market's inflated resale prices. The show's massive success and limited theater seats mean more people want tickets than are available, allowing for these elevated prices, with producers even setting top-tier prices to compete with scalpers.
As such, to qualify for concession tickets you would need to be either a recipient of Universal Credit or Universal Pension Credit. Be in full time education, or be under the age of 16.
