Hairspray the Musical is coming to Belfast!
Casting to be announced soon!
Exciting news for musical fans, Hairspray, will embark on its second major national UK and Ireland tour in 2027, with a date in Belfast.
📍 w/c 16 August 2027 - Grand Opera House, Belfast
This iconic musical comedy features some of musical theatre’s best hit songs including Welcome To The 60s, You Can’t Stop The Beat and Good Morning Baltimore by Academy Award, Tony and Emmy winning duo Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman.
Neil Hurst will return to play the iconic role of Edna Turnblad. A much-loved British actor, comedian and writer, Neil began his career touring the country in comedy and variety shows, supporting comedy legends such as Bruce Forsyth, Ken Dodd and Cannon and Ball.
Brenda Edwards who has previously played Motormouth in three tours of Hairspray, said: “I am so thrilled that this wonderful musical is returning to cities across the UK as it holds a very special place in my heart! I had so much fun making my directorial debut as a co-director with Paul Kerryson first time round. The show’s story and themes continue to remain as relevant as ever and I cannot wait to share this vibrant new production of this timeless musical with even more people.”
WHAT IS HAIRSPRAY ABOUT?
The timeless story of Hairspray centres around heroine Tracy Turnblad, who has big hair, a big heart, and big dreams to dance her way onto national TV, and into the heart of teen idol Link Larkin.
When Tracy becomes a local star, she is able to use her newfound fame to fight for liberation, tolerance, and interracial unity in Baltimore. But can she win equality – and Link’s heart – without denting her ’do?
HOW TO GET TICKETS:
Tickets will be available via www.goh.co.uk