Billy Elliot Returns to the West End in 2027
Published on 11 February 2026
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 Arditti, 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.
By Hay Brunsdon
I've 15 years of writing and editorial experience, and starting working in the West End theatre industry in 2012. When not watching or writing about theatre I'm usually swimming, hiking, running, or training for triathlons in the Stroud valleys.