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THE BIG, BOLD and BEAUTIFUL MUSICAL – HAIRSPRAY is BACK ON TOUR!

Starring Strictly Come Dancing’s Joanne Clifton (Shrek the Musical, The Addams Family) as the fierce yet fabulous Velma von Tussle. Making her directorial debut is Hairspray royalty Brenda Edwards (Hairspray, We Will Rock You) who will bring new energy from behind the scenes.

Hairspray took Broadway by storm, winning 8 Tony awards. The production went on to win 4 Olivier awards in the West End, and multiple awards worldwide. This feel-good classic is back.

Featuring some of musical theatre’s biggest hit songs, Welcome to the 60s, You Can’t Stop the Beat, Good Morning Baltimore and many more. Hairspray is the hilarious, joyous, and inspiring musical for all!

Join big hearted Tracy Turnblad and her new friends the spirited Seaweed and his sister Little Inez, heartthrob Link Larkin and the resolute Motormouth Maybelle as they strive to change the world. Hairspray has wowed audiences in The West End and on Broadway and still packs a punch with its message of tolerance and the fight against racial discrimination.

This fun-filled show is bursting with show-stopping numbers and dizzying dance routines, come and join the beat because just to sit still would be a crime!

Price

Tickets from £26

Prices and discounts subject to change

Running Time

Approximately 2 hours and 50 minutes including an interval

Age guidance

7+

Where?

Main Stage

Strobe “like” lighting/Flashing Lights, Smoke/Haze and Pyrotechnics used in the performance.

Performances

Performances

Mon 16 Sep — Sun 22 Sep
  • Mon
    16 Sep
    7:30pm
    From: £26
  • Tue
    17 Sep
    7:30pm
    From: £26
  • Wed
    18 Sep
    2:00pm
    From: £26
  • Wed
    18 Sep
    7:30pm
    From: £26
    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. Book by phone to get the best seats for your needs.

  • Thu
    19 Sep
    7:30pm
    From: £26
    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. Book by phone to get the best seats for your needs.

  • Fri
    20 Sep
    7:30pm
    From: £36
  • Sat
    21 Sep
    2:30pm
    From: £36
    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. Book by phone to get the best seats for your needs.

    Limited Availability Book Now
  • Sat
    21 Sep
    7:30pm
    From: £36
    Limited Availability Book Now
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 Mon 16 Sep 7.30pm, Price Bands A – B (limited availability)
Thereafter £5 off Price Bands A – B and £6 off C on Tue – Thu performances (limited availability).

CONCESSIONS FOR UNDER 18s, 65+, FULL-TIME STUDENTS & CLAIMANTS

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

GROUPS

Price band B – C, Mon – Thu perfs
8+ tickets – Save £6 per ticket
16+ tickets – Save £7 per ticket plus
24+ tickets – Save £8 per ticket plus 1 FREE ticket

Call our dedicated Group Sales Team on 0844 338 7000 or email groupsales@birminghamhippodrome.com for more information and to book now!

CLICK HERE for further information on Group Bookings

EDUCATION ESTABLISHMENTS (Under 18)

Mon -Thu

Parties of 10 or more pay £22 per ticket plus 1 FREE ticket for teacher/supervising adult for every 10 booked (2 free tickets for SEN bookings), price bands C-D. Free ice lolly per ticket (excl. free adult places)
CLICK HERE for further information on School Bookings

For school bookings, please call Group Sales on 0844 338 7000* for more information and to book now!

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

STUDENT, PASSPORT TO LEISURE AND POSTCODE 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: Wed 18 Sep, 7.30pm
  • Captioned: Thu 19 Sep, 7.30pm
  • Audio Described: Sat 21 Sep, 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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