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Strictly Ballroom 2018

Opened: April 24, 2018
Closing: October 27, 2018

Strictly Ballroom - 2018 West End History , Info & More

Piccadilly Theatre
(Piccadilly Circus) Denman Street London

Strictly Ballroom The Musical is the hilarious story that inspired the world to dance. Based on the multi award-winning movie, the first instalment from Baz Luhrmann's acclaimed Red Curtain Trilogy, the musical production is a kaleidoscope of colour and fun. When maverick championship ballroom dancer Scott defies all the rules of competition to follow his heart, he teams up with left-footed partner Fran to win the National Championship his way.


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Last Chance to Catch STRICTLY BALLROOM THE MUSICAL
by Stephi Wild - September 10, 2018


Best-selling recording artist, X-Factor winner and West End star Matt Cardle stars with the cast of Strictly Ballroom The Musical through until the end of the celebrated run at the Piccadilly Theatre, on Saturday 27 October. Based on Baz Luhrmann's acclaimed film and now transformed into a spectacular and joyous West End musical, Matt plays the role of band leader Wally Strand.

STRICTLY BALLROOM Will Dance Out of the West End October 27
by Julie Musbach - August 29, 2018


Strictly Ballroom The Musical is based on Baz Luhrmann's acclaimed film and was transformed into a spectacular and joyous West End musical, opening April 24 at London's Piccadilly Theatre. The dance tale will end its run on October 27.

Save Up To 40% On Tickets For STRICTLY BALLROOM THE MUSICAL
by Marianka Swain - August 16, 2018


Based on Baz Luhrmann's multi award-winning movie Strictly Ballroom, the stage musical adaptation, directed by Drew McOnie, is currently playing at the Piccadilly Theatre in London's West End - book tickets here from just £15!

Photo Flash: Matt Cardle Joins STRICTLY BALLROOM Tonight
by Stephi Wild - August 8, 2018


New images have been released as best-selling recording artist, X-Factor winner and West End star Matt Cardle officially joins the cast of Strictly Ballroom The Musical. Based on Baz Luhrmann's acclaimed film and now transformed into a spectacular and joyous West End musical, Matt plays the role of band leader Wally Strand at the Piccadilly Theatre.

Get 38% Off Tickets For STRICTLY BALLROOM THE MUSICAL
by Marianka Swain - July 17, 2018


Adapted from Baz Luhrmann's beloved and award-winning film, Strictly Ballroom has been transformed into a glorious stage musical. Now playing at the Piccadilly Theatre in London's West End, it stars Jonny Labey and Zizi Strallen, with Will Young until 31 July and then Matt Cardle. Get 38% off tickets in our sale - book here!

Matt Cardle To Join Cast Of STRICTLY BALLROOM The Musical
by Stephi Wild - July 6, 2018


Best-selling recording artist, X-Factor winner and West End star Matt Cardle is to join the cast of Strictly Ballroom The Musical. Based on Baz Luhrmann's acclaimed film and now transformed into a spectacular and joyous West End musical, Matt will play the role of band leader Wally Strand, from Tuesday 31st July at the Piccadilly Theatre. He takes over the role from Will Young.

VIDEO: The Cast of STRICTLY BALLROOM Dances Their Way Onto the West End Live Stage
by Stephi Wild - June 16, 2018


West End's free outdoor performance event West End Live has kicked off today! The cast of Strictly Ballroom danced their way to the stage. Watch the performance below!

Get 47% Off Tickets For STRICTLY BALLROOM THE MUSICAL
by Marianka Swain - June 16, 2018


Adapted from Baz Luhrmann's beloved and award-winning film, STRICTLY BALLROOM has been transformed into a glorious stage musical. Now playing at the Piccadilly Theatre in London's West End, it stars  Jonny Labey, Zizi Strallen and Will Young. Get 47% off tickets in our sale - book here!

Review Roundup: STRICTLY BALLROOM Waltzes to the West End
by Nicole Rosky - April 25, 2018


Strictly Ballroom has waltzed its way to the West End! Strictly Ballroom is the romantic story that was embraced around the world, and went on to put the Strictly into Come Dancing! Based on the multi award-winning movie, the first installment from Baz Luhrmann's acclaimed Red Curtain Trilogy, the musical production is a kaleidoscope of color and fun. 

BWW Review: STRICTLY BALLROOM THE MUSICAL, Piccadilly Theatre
by Marianka Swain - April 24, 2018


Love is in the air, and revolution too. Baz Luhrmann's beloved 1992 film (originally a student play, now back on stage as a musical) is even more adamantly anti-establishment in this latest incarnation, opening out a delicious satire of 1980s Australian competitive ballroom into a more universal story of the fight for fearless self-expression. In short: 'Love, freedom and sequins'.

Photo Flash: First Look at the UK Premiere of STRICTLY BALLROOM
by Julie Musbach - April 23, 2018


Strictly Ballroom is waltzing its way to the West End, get a first look at the production below!

STRICTLY BALLROOM Stops First West End Preview Due to Burst Pipe
by Stephi Wild - March 30, 2018


According to WhatsOnStage, a pipe burst during the first preview of Strictly Ballroom at Piccadilly Theatre, causing the performance to end early.

VIDEO: Get a Preview of the UK Premiere of STRICTLY BALLROOM, Beginning Previews Next Week
by Julie Musbach - March 20, 2018


Strictly Ballroom is the romantic story that was embraced around the world, and went on to put the Strictly into Come Dancing! Based on the multi award-winning movie, the first instalment from Baz Luhrmann's acclaimed Red Curtain Trilogy, the musical production is a kaleidoscope of colour and fun. Watch a preview of the incoming show below!

BWW Interview: Jonny Labey Talks STRICTLY BALLROOM THE MUSICAL
by Marianka Swain - March 14, 2018


Jonny Labey's past work ranges from EastEnders and winning TV show Dance Dance Dance to White Christmas and In the Heights on stage. He's now starring as rebellious Scott in Strictly Ballroom The Musical, which begins previews at Piccadilly Theatre on 29 March.

TV: Drew McOnie, Jonny Labey, Zizi Strallen, Will Young Talk STRICTLY BALLROOM
by Jamie Body - February 20, 2018


STRICTLY BALLROOM THE MUSICAL based on Baz Luhrmann's legendary movie Strictly Ballroom waltzes into the Piccadilly Theatre with performance beginning on Thursday 29th March 2018 (Press Night Tuesday 24th April).

Photo Flash: Exclusive First Look at STRICTLY BALLROOM THE MUSICAL
by Stephi Wild - February 15, 2018


STRICTLY BALLROOM THE MUSICAL breaks the shackles of conformity to affirm the liberating power of dance. BroadwayWorld has an exclusive look below!

Further Casting Announced For STRICTLY BALLROOM The Musical
by Stephi Wild - January 24, 2018


Anna Francolini and Gerard Horan will join previously announced Jonny Labey, Zizi Strallen and Will Young in the company for Baz Luhrmann's Strictly Ballroom The Musical. Based on Baz Luhrmann's classic film that inspired the world to dance, Strictly Ballroom The Musical will begin performances at the Piccadilly Theatre on Thursday 29th March 2018 (Press Night Tuesday 24th April).

Baz Luhrmann's STRICTLY BALLROOM THE MUSICAL Delays West End Opening
by Nicole Rosky - December 22, 2017


Don't cue the music just yet! According to WhatsOnStage, Baz Luhrmann's Strictly Ballroom The Musical has delayed its West End run by two weeks. A statement from the producers reads:

Will Young, Jonny Labey and Zizi Strallen to Lead Baz Luhrmann's STRICTLY BALLROOM THE MUSICAL
by BWW News Desk - November 10, 2017


Will Young, Jonny Labey and Zizi Strallen will lead the cast of Baz Luhrmann's Strictly Ballroom The Musical when it makes its West End debut in 2018.

Jonny Labey and Zizi Strallen to Lead West End Production of STRICTLY BALLROOM
by A.A. Cristi - November 9, 2017


Initial casting has been announced for the upcoming West End production of Baz Luhrmann's Strictly Ballroom. Jonny Labey and Zizi Strallen will lead the cast of the stage adaptation, joined by Will Young who takes on the role of band leader.

Strictly Ballroom History

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