“The most electric and passionate show in years.” – Time Out
Universal Pictures Stage Productions, Working Title Films, Old Vic Productions and NETworks Presentations, LLC bring the multi-award-winning Billy Elliot the Musical to Vancouver from April 2 to 7. Based on the international smash hit 2000 film and featuring music by Elton John, book and lyrics by Lee Hall, choreography by Peter Darling with direction by Stephen Daldry, Billy Elliot the Musical has earned critical acclaim around the world.
[Billy Elliot cast photo]
Billy Elliot the Musical is the joyous celebration of one boy’s journey to make his dreams come true. Set in a small town, the story follows Billy as he stumbles out of the boxing ring and into a ballet class, discovering a surprising talent that inspires both his family and community, changing his life forever.
The production has been awarded 81 national and international awards including 10 Tony Awards, Best Musical by the New York Drama Critics Circle, Drama Desk, Drama League and Outer Critics Circle.
Whether you’re a fan of the film or simply in the mood for an uplifting show starring a talented cast, check out this Broadway Across Canada presentation coming through town for five days only.
Billy Elliot the Musical
Dates: April 2 to 7, Tuesday through Saturday, 8 pm; Saturday matinee, 2 pm; Sunday matinee, 1 pm; Sunday evening, 7:30 pm
Venue: Queen Elizabeth Theatre, 649 Cambie Street, Vancouver
Tickets: $35 and up; on sale January 21 at 10 am via all Ticketmaster locations, online, or via phoning 1.855.985.5000.
Note: Group orders for 10 or more may be placed by phoning 1.800.889.8457.
To get first dibs on the best seats, visit this link between January 18 and 20, and enter my reader presale code: UNION.
Billy Elliot the Musical will also visit Ottawa, Montreal, Edmonton, and Calgary, before its final stop in Vancouver. Visit Billy Elliot the Musical’s website for more information.
