Stephen Sondheim wrote a song called There’s No Place Like London – but was he right?
The West End in London is where modern musicals first became popular, but recently, many of the biggest shows have moved to larger venues after starting there.
Beloved shows, from timeless classics like The Wizard of Oz and Chicago to newer popular productions like Dear Evan Hansen, are currently touring across the nation.
The growing trend of musicals touring the country is fantastic news! Instead of costly and time-consuming trips to the West End, you can now enjoy a high-quality show much closer to home.
Many touring performances feature well-known stars, such as Johannes Radebe from Strictly Come Dancing, who will be appearing in Kinky Boots in your area.
Also, tickets are likely to be more affordable – as we’ve discussed before, West End show prices have increased significantly in recent years.
Still unsure? Feel free to check out our guide to top West End shows. If not, here’s a list of the best musicals currently touring.
Looking for something fun to do with the family? We’ve got recommendations for great kids’ theatre, plus the best Shakespeare productions. You’ll also find information on the longest-running shows in London’s West End and which big stars are coming in 2025.
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- What musicals are on tour in 2025?
- Musicals on tour near me
Or, find your nearest city:
- Musicals on tour Manchester
- Musicals on tour Birmingham
- Musicals on tour Oxford
- Musicals on tour Milton Keynes
- Musicals on tour Bristol
- Musicals on tour Edinburgh
What musicals are on tour in the UK for 2025?
Six
Get ready to meet the six wives of Henry VIII like never before! This hilarious and energetic musical is packed with catchy pop songs and heartfelt ballads, and it’s touring cities throughout the UK from February 2026 to December 2026 – a perfect night out!
Hamilton
The hugely popular rap musical, which first debuted in 2015, is coming to Liverpool, Sunderland, and Glasgow in 2025. Fans in these cities will now have a chance to see the story of Alexander Hamilton performed live nearby.
Matilda the Musical
Tim Minchin turned Roald Dahl’s famous story into a musical that quickly became a hit, and it’s easy to see why.
Get ready to feel good and tap your feet! This show is packed with catchy songs – you’ll be humming ‘Revolting Children’ for days! It’s touring seven cities across the UK in 2025 and 2026.
Operation Mincemeat
Operation Mincemeat, the acclaimed British musical, has reached a major milestone with its first-ever move to Broadway.
The incredibly popular musical is now touring the UK, and we strongly recommend getting tickets – it’s a show you won’t want to miss!
Mean Girls
The Mean Girls musical boasts a hilarious creative team – the writers behind hit shows like 30 Rock, Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt, and The Book of Mormon – bringing their comedic talents to this classic story.
You can catch it at 12 venues throughout the UK in 2026- be sure to wear pink!
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Here & Now — The Steps Musical
This fun musical follows Caz, an employee at the ‘Better Best Bargains’ store by the sea, and features all the hit songs of the band Steps. You can see the show touring the UK from February 2025 to April 2026.
The Rocky Horror Show
The Rocky Horror Show is a beloved musical filled with famous songs like “Time Warp” and “Dammit Janet.” Seeing it performed live is an unforgettable experience, but be warned – the audience gets very involved and you might be encouraged to shout along!
Mamma Mia
You can enjoy the popular musical at the Novello Theatre in London, and great news – it will also be touring the UK starting in 2026!
Next year, you can catch a performance of Mamma Mia in several cities, including Edinburgh, Swansea, Glasgow, Manchester, Liverpool, and Milton Keynes.
Musicals on tour near me
Still trying to decide? No problem! We’ve also listed the touring musicals by city, so you can easily find out what’s playing near you and when.
Musicals on tour in Manchester
- Matilda the Musical | 26th March-25th April 2026
- Mamma Mia | 3rd-21st March 2026
- The Rocky Horror Show | 27th July-1st August 2026
- Mean Girls | 23rd February-7th March 2026
Musicals on tour in Birmingham
- Operation Mincemeat | 11th-16th May 2026
- The Rocky Horror Show | 6th-11th July
- Mean Girls | 14th December 2026- 2nd January 2027
Musicals on tour in Oxford
- Six | 9th-13th December 2025
- Here & Now – The Steps Musical |17th-22nd February 2025
- Mean Girls | 4th-9th January 2027
Musicals on tour in Milton Keynes
- Here & Now – The Steps Musical | 31st March-4th April 2026
- Matilda the Musical | 28th October-14th November 2026
- Mamma Mia | 13th-24th October 2026
- Operation Mincemeat | 8th-13th June 2026
- Mean Girls | 14th-18th April 2026
Musicals on tour in Bristol
- Matilda the Musical | 2nd-27th June 2026
- The Rocky Horror Show | 13th-18th July 2026
- Mean Girls | 8th-12th September 2026
Musicals on tour in Edinburgh
- Here & Now – The Steps Musical | 24th February-1st March 2026
- Matilda the Musical | 4th-22nd March 2026
- Mamma Mia | Until 4th January 2026
- The Rocky Horror Show | 6th-10th January 2026
- Mean Girls | 17th-21st November 2026
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