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Birmingham Hippodrome

A cultural hub giving everyone the chance to experience unforgettable theatre, arts and culture.

What's On @ Birmingham Hippodrome

Jack and the Beanstalk

Jack and the Beanstalk

16 Dec 2025 - 18 Dec 2025

Starring Britain’s Got Talent winners, Street Dance sensations Ashley Banjo & Diversity, Jack and the Beanstalk will be a giant adventure for all the family! Follow Jack and climb a beanstalk of gigantic proportions to cloudland in this spectacular family pantomime. Doomed to sell his trusty cow, join Jack as he fights to save the beautiful Princess, outwit the evil giant and win riches beyond his wildest dreams, and the hand of the girl he loves. Expect laughs, music, special effects, magic beans and bundles of audience participation in this giant of a pantomime!
The Lion King

The Lion King

1 May 2025 - 29 Mar 2026

With a cast of over 40 actors, singers and dancers, the story of The Lion King is miraculously brought to life in London's West End using masks, puppets and striking costumes to tell the story of young Simba's epic adventures as he struggles to accept the responsibilities of adulthood and becoming king. The stunning simplicity of The Lion King is the work of a team of designers who draw on diverse cultural influences to recreate the rich colours and vast expanses of the African savanna in this daring and inspiring reinvention of one of the most successful animated films of all time. The Lion King is recommended for a general audience. As an advisory to adults who might bring young people, Disney recommends The Lion King for ages 6 and up. Children under the age of 3 will not be admitted into the theatre. All persons entering the theatre, regardless of age, must have a ticket. So if you want to see this amazing show, then get your tickets to see Disney's The Lion King right here!
Nikita Kuzmin - Midnight Dancer

Nikita Kuzmin - Midnight Dancer

2 May 2025 - 24 May 2025

Nikita is joined by a sharp and chic cast of talented dancers and vocalists in a show like no other, jam-packed with the hits we all know and love in an evening bursting with happiness, euphoria and of course, world-class dance. Joining forces with the team behind Oti Mabuse: I Am Here and Johannes Radebe’s trilogy of sell out shows, Midnight Dancer promises to be an unforgettable night of entertainment. Get ready to see Nikita as you’ve never seen him before.
Botown: The Soul of Bollywood

Botown: The Soul of Bollywood

26 Oct 2025 - 16 Nov 2025

One of the most exciting and engaging music acts of the last few years, Botown, an eight-piece band that have given lovers of Bollywood and Soul music a brand new groove. This concert will feature all your favorite Bollywood classics from legends like RD Burman, Kishore Kumar, AR Rahman, Asha Bhosle and Amitabh Bachchan fused into the Soul greats like Ray Charles, James Brown and Aretha Franklin. Enjoy an evening of classic Bollywood, Soul and funky grooves guaranteed to have you up dancing and singing along. 'If you like 60's Soul or Bollywood you will love Botown' -- The Times
Bollywood Time Machine

Bollywood Time Machine

4 May 2025 - 25 May 2025

Step into the universe of Bollywood Time Machine, where we invite you to embark on a journey through the dynamic decades! Vocal performances by some of our favourite artists (including Chirag Rao, Rekha or Abirah Shah), and captivating choreography from Bollywood dance group 4all2Envy From the groovy 60s to the contemporary hits of today, immerse yourself in an evening filled with laughter, dance, and timeless melodies. Immerse yourself in the enchanting voices of legends such as Kishore Kumar, Mohammed Rafi, Lata Mangeshkar, and Asha Bhosle, alongside the magnetic performances of modern sensations like Arijit Singh, Sonu Nigam, Shreya Ghoshal, and Sunidhi Chauhan. Your host for this musical extravaganza is the charismatic and dynamic Tommy Sandhu. With performances by singers and dancers, prepare for an unforgettable night of entertainment for everyone! Bollywood Time Machine: sing along with all your romantic 90s songs, funk your way through the 80s and get your fix of smooth and sensuous 60s and 70s classics!
Tina - The Tina Turner Musical

Tina - The Tina Turner Musical

1 May 2025 - 4 Apr 2026

West End mega-hit Tina – The Tina Turner Musical, comes as part of its first ever UK & Ireland tour. From humble beginnings in Nutbush, Tennessee, to her triumphant transformation into a multi award-winning global superstar, Tina Turner didn’t just break the rules, she rewrote them, winning 12 Grammy Awards and selling more concert tickets than any other solo performer in music history. Set to the pulse-pounding soundtrack of her iconic hits, including The Best, What’s Love Got To Do With It?, Private Dancer and River Deep, Mountain High, discover the heart and soul behind the Queen of Rock ‘n’ Roll. Experience her inspiring story live on stage as this exhilarating celebration reveals the untold story of a woman who dared to dream fiercely, shatter barriers and defy the bounds of age, gender and race to conquer the world against all odds. This is a tribute performance.
Tim Rice – My Life In Musicals – I Know Him So Well
Due to popular demand, following his sell-out tour, Sir Tim Rice, the multi-award-winning, internationally renowned lyricist, will return to theatre stages with his extraordinary live musical theatre event - My Life In Musicals - I Know Him So Well. The show will see Tim reflect on his illustrious career at the heart of musical theatre, sharing anecdotes behind the songs - the hits and the misses along with stories of his life and live performances from the wonderful catalogue of songs that are synonymous with his name and that of his collaborators. Musical accompaniment will be from some of the UK's leading West End singers and musicians led by Musical Director Duncan Waugh. Tim is associated with writing the lyrics for so many of the world's much-loved hit musicals - Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, Jesus Christ Superstar, Evita, Chess and the Disney productions The Lion King, Aladdin and Beauty and the Beast. His work has not been limited to musical theatre alone with Evita transferring to the big screen and theme music for the James Bond movie Octopussy. With the show packed full of songs including Don't Cry For Me Argentina, Any Dream Will Do, A Whole New World, Can You Feel The Love Tonight, I Don't Know How To Love Him, Circle of Life, Chess, Hakuna Matata, Another Suitcase in Another Hall, I Know Him So Well, All Time High, Must Love Me, One Night In Bangkok, My Life In Musicals is an absolute must for fans of musical theatre and brilliant music.

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