Strictly Ballroom The Musical
Strictly Ballroom The Musical
Adapted from Baz Luhrmann’s beloved and award-winning film, Strictly Ballroom has been transformed into a glorious stage musical. Combining the story’s heart, comedy and drama with white-hot dance, eye-popping costumes by four-time Oscar-winner Catherine Martin and over 40 classic chart hits, director and choreographer Drew McOnie has created an unforgettable production that will make your heart soar and your feet want to dance!
Strictly Ballroom is now playing at London’s Piccadilly Theatre, and stars Jonny Labey, Zizi Strallen and X Factor sensation Matt Cardle, alongside a dazzlingly talented company of the West End’s finest actors, singers and dancers.
What is Strictly Ballroom The Musical about?
Scott Hastings. Ballroom Dancer. Future Champion. Rebel.
When Scott’s radical dance moves raise eyebrows with the Australian Federation, he finds himself dancing with Fran, a beginner who has no moves at all. Inspiring each other, the couple find the courage to defy both convention and their families – and discover that to be a winner, your steps don’t need to be strictly ballroom…
- Cast
Matt Cardle is due to perform from Tuesday 31st of July to Saturday 27th of October. PLEASE NOTE: Matt Cardle will not perform at Wednesday matinees. Jonny Labey will not be performing 18 August and 10 - 22 September 2018.
The appearance of any member of cast is subject to change and may be affected by contracts, holiday, illness, or events beyond the producers' control. If in doubt please check with the Box Office before booking.
- Good To Know
Access performances
Audio Description Thursday 28th August 7.30pm
Signed performance Thursday 20th September 7.30pm
Captioned performance Thursday 25th September 7.30pm
The appearance of any member of cast is subject to change and may be affected by contracts, holiday, illness, or events beyond the producers' control. If in doubt please check with the Box Office before booking.
Matt Cardle will not be performing in Strictly Ballroom this Friday evening (31st August).
Additional Details & FAQ
- Access Information
Access Booking line: 0800 912 6971
- Cancellation Policy
No refunds available after purchase.
- How Does It Work
Please print your confirmation and bring along with you to your performance.
- Suitable For Children
Children under 5 years and babes in arms will strictly not be admitted.
- Where Do I Go
Piccadilly Theatre, 16 Denman Street, London, W1D 7DY
By Tube: Piccadilly Circus
By Bus: 24, 29 or 176
Reviews
Cameron Uppal
Oct 28, 2018
An absolutely wonderful performance! And this is from somebody who doesn't have a clue about dance. A tale of true passion and enthusiasm. Had me transfixed throughout.
Donna
Oct 28, 2018
Was good although we was up the back sometimes was hard to understand. If I hadn't seen the film i would have been a bit confused
KJ
Oct 27, 2018
It's a real shame that the show is ending as I would have recommended everyone to go and see what can only be described, as amazing talent and simply a joy to watch. Everyone put in 100%
Sara
Oct 25, 2018
The first 20 mins or so were painfully slow and forced and I thought uh-oh, but actually by the end of the first half I was really enjoying it. Dancing was great!
Jude
Oct 25, 2018
Fab-u-lous! Saw the show twice.
Elizabeth
Oct 23, 2018
My son and I thoroughly enjoyed the show we loved the dancing, singing and humour. It was so entertaining and loads of fun. A wonderfully engaging adaptation.
Janrob
Oct 17, 2018
The dancing and singing was very good.
Paul
Oct 15, 2018
A very pleasant dance show with the highlight the flamenco solo. Unfortunately, the acting between the dancing let it down with shouting being a proxy for any emotion on stage. Ozzie accents dialled up to 11 coupled with the shouting also got grating after a while.
Suzy
Oct 12, 2018
The show was mesmerising with stunning costumes, brilliant music, amazing dancers and a great script. Really enjoyed the show.
Elaine W
Oct 12, 2018
Fantastic show. Loved it.
Betty
Oct 11, 2018
Wonderful show , really enjoyed it .
Angela B
Oct 11, 2018
This was a really good adaption of the film. I liked the fact that the character Wally Strand (Matt Cardle) took us through the story and did most of the singing! He was brilliant. The whole show was beautifully staged. Well Done!
Sisi
Oct 11, 2018
Energetic, fun, colorful, great singing and dancing. Loved every minute!!!
Sally W
Oct 11, 2018
A fantastic show that has everything. Amazing dancing, gorgeous singing and a laugh a minute. Recommend it to everyone.
Diane
Oct 11, 2018
This is a delightful show. If you enjoy great music, energetic dancing, a love story and courage then you too will thoroughly enjoy this show. Do t miss it.
JamJam
Oct 9, 2018
We all enjoyed the show, 6 workmates, but one of the reasons for going was to hear and see Matt Cardle. This didn't happen and we were not aware of this or the reasons for his non-appearance. His replacement was very good but we have no idea of who he was.
Thomi
Oct 9, 2018
This was great, very energetic
Suzanne
Oct 7, 2018
Such energy from the actors and the singer and band outstanding
Suzanne
Oct 7, 2018
Such energy from the actors and the singer and band outstanding
Ron
Oct 5, 2018
Energetic, Funny, Witty and oh so Aussie! A treat for all the family.
Dawn
Oct 4, 2018
Loved the characters, the music and the dance. Would happily go to see again.
Nicole
Oct 4, 2018
I would say this is the best show I have ever seen! A shame it’s not on for longer!
Jane
Sep 30, 2018
What fun! Really worth gong to see!
Vikki
Sep 29, 2018
Amazing show and super talented cast.. really fun night out
Mark Tuckfield
Sep 29, 2018
Strictly ballroom what a riotous funny great staging top vocals amazing dancing show me and my daughter loved it .. funny and fab
N/A
Sep 28, 2018
An exhilarating performance that kept us on the edge of our seats. Superb performance from the male and female lead dancers. Never a dull moment and a heart-warming tale from the world of dance
Pam Meadows
Sep 27, 2018
This was avery good show. Extremely entertaining
Deborah
Sep 27, 2018
Loved it 😃
Santy
Sep 14, 2018
Second time I’ve seen this show! Matt Cardle was superb, his voice is outstanding. Cast were fantastic, including Scott’s understudy who didn’t disappoint. The dancing was phenomenal and the costumes were just stunning. Great music, acting and comedy timing!! A must see, over and over again!!!!
John
Sep 13, 2018
A thoroughly enjoyable show full of energy, humour and emotion plus great singing and dancing.
LJ
Sep 11, 2018
Very funny, brilliant dancers and singers and very true to the film story. Pasadoble dancer 🕺 excellent. A real feel good show. Well worth seeing
Imago2
Sep 11, 2018
This was a bit too much like pantomime for my taste. There are very bad puns, meaningless visual jokes e.g. why is there a ballroom dancer in the fridge, (what is that all about) and over acting, especially in the first half. If you think Claudia Winkleman on Strictly is funny, then you may like it. The gypsy flamenco part is excellent The second half was better, maybe I bought into it. The dancers are good, shame they are all dressed like pantomime dames. I do like the movie, and I do understand the concept- just think it was over done in this production.
Carron
Sep 10, 2018
Loved the film, loved this just as much! All the Aussie accents were very tongue in cheek, Doug & Shirley were my favourite characters the actors playing them were amazing. Matt Cardles voice was astounding and you could see that the cast were enjoying every minute of the show along with the audience. Would highly recommend, such a feelgood show.
L. Scott
Sep 8, 2018
An absolutely fantastic show!! Great cast, brilliant show & good fun.
Christine
Sep 8, 2018
Really enjoyed this production. Aside from some fantastic dancing there’s humour. Throughly entertaining, it is a shame it’s closing so soon. Full house when we went and we the audience loved it.
Domingo
Sep 1, 2018
Glad mcardle didn’t bother to put a shift in as the other guy was much better. Good fun
Tracey.
Aug 30, 2018
Loved the show, can’t wsit to see it again.
Adele Cox
Aug 30, 2018
Fabulous show. Travelled down from Preston Lancashire just to see it. Matt Cardle - what a treat I had read he would not be doing the matinee and to my surprise he was performing - amazing. The whole cast were extremely good and very entertaining. I would have booked to see the evening performance but had to get the train home. I do hope this production goes on tour as I would definitely see it again.
Kerry Matthews
Aug 30, 2018
Excellent show!
Natalie
Aug 24, 2018
Had a fantastic evening at Strixtly Ballroom, chemistry was great between all, characters were fun and engaging, dancing was amazing and the story was well acted and thoroughly reccommend this show.
Ianna
Aug 23, 2018
Fabulous show almost parallel to the film which I loved. Great how lead singer is not dancer but interacts perfectly.
E
Aug 22, 2018
well the show was brilliant!!!.... hovewer we were 19:31( which is one minute late)... not even 5 or 10 min and we were told we need to wait 10 min until we can enter a show, than 10min become 15 min, the assistant wasnt really friendly and the fact they not tell you wright information was really frustrating!
Karen
Aug 22, 2018
What a wonderful evening. We were enthralled from start to finish. The characters were wonderfully played, Matt Cardle was the perfect narrator and the dancing was spectacular. Especially Johnny as Scott Hastings! Six of us went to see Strictly Ballroom and all six of us left with huge smiles and a shimmy as we came out of the theatre. Nightly recommend to all.
Paul maggs
Aug 21, 2018
Absolutely brilliant!! Hilarious and beautiful, one of the most talented cast ive ever soon!!!! Going again
Chris farrell
Aug 18, 2018
A truley wonderful experence.. so enjoyable .. good family fun to be enjoyed by all.
Susan mc
Aug 12, 2018
Really funny and enjoyable
Lesley Freeman
Aug 12, 2018
Funny, emotional, musical, courful great performances fromWhole cast
C Payne
Aug 12, 2018
Loved it from start to finish, great night out, brilliant acting, singing and dancing, a real happy show!!
AD
Aug 10, 2018
Good dancing 🕺 Stuck to the film 🎥
Jennifer Hood
Aug 10, 2018
Very good loved all of it wasn’t expecting it to be a little rude but that didn’t bother me very funny and loved all the glitter