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This sensational multi award-winning West End show first opened in 1989 and has been thrilling audiences around the world ever since. Now, for the first time in 11 years, it triumphantly returns to Birmingham Hippodrome as part of its 2025-26 UK Tour.

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Featuring two terrific hours of the greatest songs ever written, including That’ll Be The Day, Oh Boy, Rave On, La Bamba, Chantilly Lace, Johnny B. Goode, Everyday, Shout, Raining In My Heart and many many more, this show is just Peggy Sue-perb!

Price

Tickets from £28

Prices and discounts subject to change

Age guidance

7+

Where?

Main Stage

Performances

Performances

Mon 25 Aug — Sun 31 Aug
  • Wed
    27 Aug
    7:30pm
    From: £28
  • Thu
    28 Aug
    2:00pm
    From: £28
  • Thu
    28 Aug
    7:30pm
    From: £28
    Captioned

    Captioned

    Similar to television subtitling – if you are deaf, deafened or hard of hearing you can watch the script unfold on a display board near the stage at this performance.

  • Fri
    29 Aug
    7:30pm
    From: £30
    BSL Interpreted

    BSL Interpreted

    A signer, placed at the side of the stage, communicates the script and sounds of the show visually with gestures and facial expressions using British Sign Language.

  • Sat
    30 Aug
    2:30pm
    From: £30
    Audio Described

    Audio Described

    If you are blind or partially sighted, listen to a live description of all the action with a discreet headset at this performance.

  • Sat
    30 Aug
    7:30pm
    From: £30
Discounts & Concessions

CONCESSIONS

We offer a range of discounts and concessions to enable everyone to enjoy an affordable visit to Birmingham Hippodrome.

FRIENDS

£10 off on Wed 27 Aug 7.30pm, Price Bands A – C (limited availability).
Thereafter £5 off Price Bands A and £6 off B – C on Wed & Thu performances (limited availability).

CONCESSIONS FOR UNDER 16s, 65+, FULL-TIME STUDENTS & CLAIMANTS

£3 off Price Band B, £4 off C, Wed & Thu performances (limited availability).

GROUPS

Price band B – C, Wed – Thu perfs
10+ tickets – Save £5 per ticket
20+ tickets – Save £6 per ticket
35+ tickets – Save £7 per ticket plus 1 FREE ticket

Call our dedicated Group Sales Team on 0844 338 7000* for more information and to book now!

CLICK HERE for further information on Group Bookings

CONCESSIONS FOR PATRONS WITH DISABILITIES

£5 off tickets to all performances
2 for 1 tickets where carer or companion required to all performances

CLICK HERE for more information on our Access Performances

PASSPORT TO LEISURE STANDBY

24 hours prior to a performance, best available seats for the lowest price, maximum 2 per booker, subject to availability

CLICK HERE for further information on our Standby Rate and our On the Day Postcode Scheme for Birmingham residents living in B6, B9, B10, B11 and B21

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

Discounts and Concessions are offered subject to availability at the discretion of the Information and Sales Manager. Top three price bands only, unless otherwise stated. Restrictions may apply. Only one discount per ticket may apply, unless otherwise stated. Offers are non retrospective and cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer. Valid ID must be presented where applicable. Additional discounts may be offered from time to time.

Food & Drink

The Circle Lounge

Our newly refurbished, stylish space is the perfect place for pre-show dining. Join us for Afternoon Tea or in the evening for a menu of sharing platters, small plates and sweet treats all inspired by the Mediterranean.

The Proscenium Lounge

Add some VIP sparkle to your Hippodrome experience with a Diamond or Champagne package in our luxurious lounge.

The Coffee Bar

Our Coffee Bar is open before the show and during the interval for hot and cold drinks, snacks or a quick and tasty bite to eat.

The Kiosks

You’ll find kiosks in the foyers selling a range of confectionery, Marshfield ice creams (which can also be pre-ordered) and chilled soft drinks as well as the current show programme.

Accessible Performances

We strive to provide access for all

For dates of audio-described, captioned or British Sign Language (BSL) interpreted performances, please see below. These vary from show to show.

If you would like to book for any accessible performance, please make sure you are signed up to our access registration scheme here. Once registered, you will be able to book seats online, see only relevant seats and information based on your needs – plus choose any relevant discounts. If you would prefer not to book online, you can speak to our friendly access advisors on 0121 689 1060.

  • BSL Interpreted: Fri 29 Aug, 7.30pm
  • Captioned: Thu 28 Aug, 7.30pm
  • Audio Described: Sat 30 Aug, 2.30pm

Concessions for patrons with disabilities

£5 off standard price tickets in all seating areas.
2 for 1 for disabled patrons who require the service/support of a companion.
Limited availability.

Further information

Information about our access registration scheme here
About our accessible performances here
About our accessible facilities here

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