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Blood Brothers Tour

The Blood Brothers UK tour   will continue its tour into 2024!  More dates to be added… Sign up to our touring alerts and we will let you know when the show comes to your area. 

BLOOD BROTHERS UK TOUR 2024 DATES & TICKETS

Blood Brothers Tour BIRMINGHAM Tue 30 Apr – Sat 04 May 2024 Blood Brothers Tour LEICESTER Tue 23 Apr – Sat 27 Apr 2024 Blood Brothers Tour TUNBRIDGE WELLS Tue 16 Apr – Sat 20 Apr 2024 Blood Brothers Tour BATH Tue 09 Apr – Sat 13 Apr 2024 Blood Brothers Tour DARTFORD Tue 02 Apr – Sat 06 Apr 2024 Blood Brothers Tour BILLINGHAM Tue 26 Mar – Sat 30 Mar 2024 Blood Brothers Tour TORQUAY Tue 19 Mar – Sat 23 Mar 2024 Blood Brothers Tour KINGS LYNN Tue 12 Mar – Sat 16 Mar 2024 Blood Brothers Tour SOUTHAMPTON Tue 27 Feb – Sat 02 Mar 2024 Blood Brothers Tour SHREWSBURY Tue 13 Feb – Sat 17 Feb 2024 Blood Brothers Tour NEW BRIGHTON Tue 06 Feb – Sat 10 Feb 2024 Blood Brothers Tour NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE Tue 30 Jan – Sat 03 Feb 2024 Blood Brothers Tour MALVERN Tue 23 Jan – Sat 27 Jan 2024 Blood Brothers Tour WOKING Tue 16 Jan – Sat 20 Jan 2024 Blood Brothers Tour BRADFORD Tue 31 Oct – Sat 04 Nov 2023 Blood Brothers Tour SAFFRON WALDEN Tue 24 Oct – Sat 28 Oct 2023 Blood Brothers Tour BRIGHTON Tue 03 Oct – Sat 07 Oct 2023 Blood Brothers Tour GUILDFORD Tue 26 Sep – Sat 30 Sep 2023 Blood Brothers Tour IPSWICH Tue 19 Sep – Sat 23 Sep 2023 Blood Brothers Tour OXFORD Tue 12 Sep – Sat 16 Sep 2023 Blood Brothers Tour LICHFIELD Tue 05 Sep – Sat 09 Sep 2023 Blood Brothers Tour BRISTOL Tue 29 Aug – Sat 02 Sep 2023 Blood Brothers Tour CANTERBURY Tue 22 Aug – Sat 26 Aug 2023 Blood Brothers Tour CHELMSFORD Tue 15 Aug – Sat 19 Aug 2023 Blood Brothers Tour LLANDUDNO Tue 08 Aug – Sat 12 Aug 2023 Blood Brothers Tour CAMBRIDGE Tue 01 Aug – Sat 05 Aug 2023 Blood Brothers Tour EASTBOURNE Tue 25 Jul – Sat 29 Jul 2023 Blood Brothers Tour HULL Tue 18 Jul – Sat 22 Jul 2023 Blood Brothers Tour NOTTINGHAM Tue 11 Jul – Sat 15 Jul 2023 Blood Brothers Tour SWANSEA Tue 04 Jul – Sat 08 Jul 2023 Blood Brothers Tour NORWICH Tue 27 Jun – Sat 01 Jul 2023 Blood Brothers Tour CRAWLEY Tue 18 Apr – Sat 22 Apr 2023 Blood Brothers Tour CHELTENHAM Tue 11 Apr – Sat 15 Apr 2023 Blood Brothers Tour HASTINGS Tue 04 Apr – Sat 08 Apr 2023 Blood Brothers Tour COVENTRY Tue 28 Mar – Sat 01 Apr 2023 Blood Brothers Tour WELLINGBOROUGH Tue 21 Mar – Sat 25 Mar 2023 Blood Brothers Tour CREWE Tue 14 Mar – Sat 18 Mar 2023 Blood Brothers Tour SWINDON Tue 07 Mar – Sat 11 Mar 2023 Blood Brothers Tour BROMLEY Tue 28 Feb – Sat 04 Mar 2023 Blood Brothers Tour RICHMOND Tue 21 Feb – Sat 25 Feb 2023 Blood Brothers Tour DUBLIN Tue 07 Feb – Sat 18 Feb 2023 Blood Brothers Tour DERRY / LONDONDERRY Tue 31 Jan – Sat 04 Feb 2023 Blood Brothers Tour CHESTERFIELD Tue 24 Jan – Sat 28 Jan 2023 Blood Brothers Tour SOUTHEND -ON-SEA Tue 17 Jan – Sat 21 Jan 2023 Blood Brothers Tour POOLE Tue 22 Nov – Sat 26 Nov 2022 Blood Brothers Tour AYLESBURY Tue 15 Nov – Sat 19 Nov 2022 Blood Brothers Tour LIVERPOOL Tue 25 Oct – Sat 05 Nov 2022 Blood Brothers Tour SALFORD Tue 18 Oct – Sat 22 Oct 2022 Blood Brothers Tour STOKE-ON-TRENT Tue 27 Sep – Sat 01 Oct 2022 Blood Brothers Tour SUNDERLAND Tue 20 Sep – Sat 24 Sep 2022 Blood Brothers Tour MILTON KEYNES Tue 30 Aug – Sat 03 Sep 2022 Blood Brothers Tour TRURO Tue 26 Apr – Sat 30 Apr 2022 Blood Brothers Tour DERBY Tue 19 Apr – Sat 23 Apr 2022 Blood Brothers Tour YORK Tue 05 Apr – Sat 09 Apr 2022 Blood Brothers Tour PETERBOROUGH Tue 29 Mar – Sat 02 Apr 2022 Blood Brothers Tour HIGH WYCOMBE Tue 22 Mar – Sat 26 Mar 2022 Blood Brothers Tour BARNSTAPLE Tue 15 Mar – Sat 19 Mar 2022 Blood Brothers Tour WIMBLEDON Tue 08 Feb – Sat 12 Feb 2022 Blood Brothers Tour WINDSOR Fri 14 Jan – Sat 29 Jan 2022 Blood Brothers Tour PLYMOUTH Tue 17 Aug – Mon 23 Aug 2021

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WHAT IS BLOOD BROTHERS THE MUSICAL ABOUT?

Written by Willy Russell, the legendary Blood Brothers tells the captivating and moving tale of twins who, separated at birth, grow up on opposite sides of the tracks, only to meet again with fateful consequences.

Few musicals have received quite such acclaim as the multi-award winning Blood Brothers . Bill Kenwright’s production surpassed 10,000 performances in London’s West End, one of only three musicals ever to achieve that milestone.

It has been affectionately christened the ‘Standing Ovation Musical’, as inevitably it “brings the audience cheering to its feet and roaring its approval” (The Daily Mail).

The superb score includes Bright New Day , Marilyn Monroe and the emotionally charged hit Tell Me It’s Not True .

BLOOD BROTHERS UK TOUR - CAST & CREATIVE

The Blood Brothers cast for the 2024 tour dates (up until Birmingham) is as follows:

• Niki Colwell Evans  – Mrs Johnstone
• Sean Jones  – Mickey
• Joe Sleight – Eddie
• Sarah Jane Buckley  – Mrs Lyons
• Timothy Lucas – Sammy
• Gemma Brodrick – Linda
• Tim Churchill – Mr Lyons
• Alex Harland  – Policeman/Teacher
• Jess Smith  – Brenda
• Chloe Pole  – Donna-Marie/Miss Jones
• Graeme Kinniburgh  – Bus Conductor/Postman
• Josh Capper  – Neighbour

Autumn 2024 Tour casting yet to be confirmed.

Book, Music & Lyrics by Willy Russell

Directed by Bob Tomson and Bill Kenwright

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• Bournemouth
• Derry / Londonderry
• High Wycombe
• Kingston upon Thames
• Milton Keynes
• Newcastle Upon Tyne
• Northampton
• Peterborough
• Southampton
• Southend-on-Sea
• Stockton-on-Tees
• Stoke-on-Trent
• Wolverhampton

Blood Brothers Tour 2023 UK | Tour Schedule and tickets

The Blood Brothers 2023 UK Tour is coming to a theatre near you. The Blood Brothers the musical has now been playing theatres in the UK and Ireland since 1983.

BLOOD BROTHERS 2023 UK TOUR

Written by Willy Russell, the legendary Blood Brothers tells the captivating and moving tale of twins who, separated at birth, grow up on opposite sides of the tracks, only to meet again with fateful consequences.

The West End production of Blood Brothers ran for 24 years where it became the third longest-running musical in West End running for over 10,000 performances.

Few musicals have received quite such acclaim as the multi-award-winning Blood Brothers. Bill Kenwright’s production surpassed 10,000 performances in London’s West End, one of only three musicals ever to achieve that milestone. It has been affectionately christened the ‘Standing Ovation Musical’, as inevitably it “brings the audience cheering to its feet and roaring its approval ” (The Daily Mail).

The superb score includes  Bright New Day ,  Marilyn Monroe  and the emotionally charged hit  Tell Me It’s Not True .

BLOOD BROTHERS UK TOUR REVIEWS

“Exhilarating … One of the best musicals ever written” Sunday Times

“Brings the audience cheering to its feet and roaring its approval” The Daily Mail

Read our review.

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BLOOD BROTHERS THE MUSICAL TOUR – FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS.

WHAT IS THE RUNNING TIME OF BLOOD BROTHERS THE MUSICAL?

Blood Brothers the musical runs for 2 hours and 50 minutes including an interval.

WHAT IS BLOOD BROTHERS ABOUT?

Written by Willy Russell, the legendary Blood Brothers the musical tells the captivating and moving tale of twins who, separated at birth, grow up on opposite sides of the tracks, only to meet again with fateful consequences.

WHO WROTE BLOOD BROTHERS?

Blood Brothers started life as a play touring UK schools written by Willy Russell. Russell later adapted the play with music he had written. Willy Russell’s other plays include Educating Rita and Shirley Valentine.

WHO IS IN THE CAST OF BLOOD BROTHERS?

Niki Colwell Evans – Mrs Johnstone Richard Munday – Narrator Sean Jones – Mickey Joe Sleight – Eddie Paula Tappenden – Mrs Lyons Timothy Lucas – Sammy Olivia Sloyan – Linda Tim Churchill – Mr Lyons Nick Wilkes – Policeman/Teacher Amy Murphy – Brenda Gemma Brodrick – Donna-Marie/Miss Jones Jacob Yolland – Bus Conductor/Postman Connor Bannister – Perkins Josh Capper – Neighbour

Blood Brothers 2023 Tour Dates

Norwich Theatre Royal 27 June – 1 July 2023 BOOK TICKETS

Swansea Grand Theatre 4 – 8 July 2023 BOOK TICKETS

Theatre Royal Nottingham 11 – 15 July 2023 BOOK TICKETS

New Theatre Hull 18 – 22 July 2023 BOOK TICKETS

Congress Theatre Eastbourne 25 – 29 July 2023 BOOK TICKETS

Arts Theatre Cambridge 1 – 5 August 2023 BOOK TICKETS

Venue Cymru Llandudnoo 8 – 12 August 2023 BOOK TICKETS

Chelmsford Theatre 15 – 19 August 2023 BOOK TICKETS

Marlowe Theatre Canterbury 22 – 26 August 2023 BOOK TICKETS

Hippodrome Theatre Bristol 29 August – 2 September 2023 BOOK TICKETS

Linchfield Garrick 5 – 9 September 2023 BOOK TICKETS

Oxford Playhouse 12 – 16 September 2023 BOOK TICKETS

Regent Theatre Ipswich 19 – 23 September 2023 BOOK TICKETS

Yvonne Arnaud Theatre Guildford 26 – 30 September 2023 BOOK TICKETS

Theatre Royal Brighton 3 – 7 October 2023 BOOK TICKETS

Bradford Alhambra 31 October – 4 November 2023 BOOK TICKETS

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Full Cast Announced For BLOOD BROTHERS UK Tour

The UK tour launches from Norwich Theatre Royal on 27 June. 

Bill Kenwright 's award-winning production of the international smash hit musical, BLOOD BROTHERS is back on tour this summer. The much-loved musical kicks off its summer tour from Norwich Theatre Royal on 27 June. 

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The cast will include: Niki Colwell Evans (Mrs Johnstone), Danny Whitehead (Narrator), Sean Jones (Mickey), Joe Sleight (Eddie), Paula Tappenden (Mrs. Lyons), Gemma Brodrick (Linda), Timothy Lucas (Sammy), Tim Churchill ( Mr. Lyons ), Nick Wilkes (Policeman/ Teacher), Tori Hargreaves (Donna Marie/ Miss Jones ), Connor Bannister (Perkins), Josh Capper (Neighbour), Jess Smith (Brenda), and Graeme Kinniburgh (Postman/ Bus Conductor).

Written by award-winning playwright Willy Russell , few musicals have been received with such acclaim as the multi-award-winning BLOOD BROTHERS. Considered 'one of the best musicals ever written' (Sunday Times), Bill Kenwright 's production surpassed 10,000 performances in London's West End, one of only three musicals ever to achieve that milestone. It has been affectionately christened the 'Standing Ovation Musical', as inevitably it "brings the audience cheering to its feet and roaring its approval" (Daily Mail).

This epic tale of Liverpool life started as a play, performed at a Liverpool comprehensive school in 1981, before opening at  The Liverpool Playhouse  in 1983. The musical has since triumphed across the globe, completing sell out seasons in the US, Australia, Canada, New Zealand and Japan, and scooping up four awards for Best Musical in London and seven Tony Award nominations on Broadway.

BLOOD BROTHERS tells the captivating and moving tale of twins separated at birth, who grow up on the opposite sides of the tracks, only to meet again with tragic consequences.

The tour schedule is as follows: 

27 June – 1 July: NORWICH THEATRE ROYAL

4 July – 8 July: SWANSEA GRAND THEATRE

11 July – 15 July: THEATRE ROYAL NOTTINGHAM

18 July – 22 July: HULL NEW THEATRE

25 July – 29 July: CONGRESS THEATRE, EASTBOURNE THEATRES

1 August – 5 August: CAMBRIDGE ARTS THEATRE

08 August – 12 August: VENUE CYMRU LLANDUDNO

15 August – 19 August: CHELMSFORD THEATRE

22 August – 26 August: MARLOWE THEATRE, CANTERBURY

29 August – 2 September: BRISTOL HIPPODROME

05 September – 09 September: LICHFIELD GARRICK

12 September – 16 September: OXFORD PLAYHOUSE

19 September – 23 September: REGENT THEATRE, IPSWICH

26 September – 30 September: Yvonne Arnaud , GUILDFORD

03 October – 07 October: THEATRE ROYAL BRIGHTON

31 October – 04 November: ALHAMBRA THEATRE, BRADFORD

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Blood Brothers at Theatre Royal Brighton 2023 | Review

Willy Russell’s Blood Brothers is a theatrical phenomenon: originally written in 1981 and performed as a school play in Liverpool, by 1983 it had reached London where it had a brief run before being revived in 1991, playing over 10,000 performances and becoming the West End’s third longest running show, before closing in 2012, and being frequently revived since.

The captivating, simply-told tale of twins separated at birth, then reunited in a bizarre twist of fate has become a “must-see” for many of its followers: at the first night at Theatre Royal Brighton an audience member behind me had seen it 81 times, and everyone in the vicinity had seen it many more times than once! I last saw it when Susan Maughan (Bobby’s Girl) played Mrs Johnston, more than twenty years ago…

This latest tour benefits from having a superb cast throughout. Mrs Johnston, she who sells one of her newly born twin boys, is magnificently portrayed by Niki Colwell Evans. She gets so much depth and pathos into the role without ever becoming a caricature, especially at the denouement, that you can feel the whole audience rooting for her. She also possesses a full-blooded mezzo singing voice which is well able to belt out those numbers that need it. A performance to remember.

The narrator, onstage for much of the time, is powerfully sung, spoken and acted by Danny Whitehead, clearly relishing Russell’s use of the English language. Blood brothers Mickey and Eddie are played by Sean Jones and Joe Sleight, both being very successful in ageing from seven years old to adulthood during the show, and possessing great energy and humour, as well as, when needed, the angst which makes the whole show believable.

Mrs Lyons, who pays good money to buy Eddie, is suitably neurotic in the capable hands of Sarah Jane Buckley and Linda, Mickey’s girlfriend, by Gemma Brodrick, also being very convincing in ageing from childhood to adult.

This is a show that has aged well, not seeming at all dated, even though this is to all intents the same production that was seen in 1991. In fact, the audience would probably revolt if offered a “new” production. It looks anything but tired. The original direction by Bob Tomson and Bill Kenwright is still used and it works! The set has been cleverly designed by Andy Walmsley, effective lighting is by Nick Richings and musical direction of the excellent six-piece band is by Matt Malone.

On purpose, I invited someone to join me who had never heard of the show (yes, there are some!), mainly because she is American and from Arkansas, where I do not think Blood Brothers has yet reached! She needed some persuading to attend, thinking that it would be far too “British” and that many references such as “ living on the never-never ” would go over her head, but she sat completely entranced and enthralled for the entire time, becoming, as we all were, fully involved in the characters and storyline. This is one of the great musicals of all time and, in its present revival, superb! I believe that there are very few seats left for the rest of the run at Brighton – but if you are unlucky enough not to get a ticket, you can see it at Bill Kenwright’s “own” theatre at Windsor next week! If you know the show, you will not need any encouragement from me to see it again, if you do not know the show, you are in for a treat – and will want to see it again!!!

Very highly recommended!!

Review by John Groves

The superb score includes Bright New Day, Marilyn Monroe and the emotionally charged hit Tell Me It’s Not True.

Few musicals have received quite such acclaim as the multi-award-winning Blood Brothers, which, having opened in 1988 to tremendous acclaim, continues to enjoy standing ovations at almost every devastating performance. In the USA it has had a record-breaking run, a hugely successful coast to coast tour and was nominated for 7 Tony Awards.

Blood Brothers is at Theatre Royal Brighton from Tuesday 3 rd October, 2023 to Saturday 7 th October, 2023.

View all shows booking now at  Theatre Royal Brighton .

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John Groves studied singing with Robert Easton and conducting with Clive Timms. He was lucky enough to act in the British premiere of a Strindberg play at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe more years ago than he cares to remember, as well as singing at the Royal Opera House - once! He taught drama and music at several schools, as well as examining the practical aspects of GCSE and A level drama for many years. For twenty five years he has conducted a brass band as well as living on one of the highest points of East Sussex surrounded by woodland, deer, foxes and badgers, with kites and buzzards flying overhead.

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Tuesday 24 – Saturday 28 October 2023, multiple performance times

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Blood Brothers

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Written by Willy Russell, the legendary BLOOD BROTHERS tells the captivating and moving tale of twins who, separated at birth, grow up on opposite sides of the tracks, only to meet again with fateful consequences.

Few musicals have received quite such acclaim as the multi-award winning BLOOD BROTHERS. Bill Kenwright’s production surpassed 10,000 performances in London’s West End, one of only three musicals ever to achieve that milestone. It has been affectionately christened the ‘Standing Ovation Musical’, as inevitably it “brings the audience cheering to its feet and roaring its approval” (The Daily Mail). The superb score includes Bright New Day , Marilyn Monroe and the emotionally charged hit Tell Me It’s Not True .

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Blood Brothers tour

Currently touring until 6 April 2024

Written by Willy Russell, the legendary Blood Brothers tells the captivating and moving tale of twins who, separated at birth, grow up on opposite sides of the tracks, only to meet again with fateful consequences.

Blood Brothers tour dates and tickets

• Edinburgh , Edinburgh Playhouse 24 September 2024 - 28 September 2024 Book tickets ➤
• Glasgow , King's Theatre 15 October 2024 - 19 October 2024 Book tickets ➤

The iconic Blood Brothers presents a compelling and emotional story of twins separated at birth. They are raised in vastly different circumstances and reunite later in life, leading to a destiny filled with poignant outcomes.

The superb score includes Bright New Day, Marilyn Monroe and the emotionally charged hit Tell Me It’s Not True.

Meet the cast and creative team!

The new 2024 tour cast will see Niki Colwell Evans and Sean Jones continue to play the iconic roles of Mrs Johnstone and Mickey Johnstone respectively, with Gemma Broderick reprising her role of Linda, and Joe Sleight as Eddie.

Also returning to the cast for 2024 is Timothy Lucas (Sammy), Josh Capper (Neighbour), Sarah Jane Buckley (Mrs Lyons), Tim Churchill (Mr Lyons), Jess Smith (Brenda), Graeme Kinniburgh (Postman/Bus Conductor), Chloe Pole (Donna Marie), Alex Harland (Policeman / Teacher) and Danny Knott (Perkins).

The tour is directed by Bob Tomson & Bill Kenwright with musical direction by Matt Malone, sound design by Dan Samson, set and costume design by Andy Walmsley and lighting design by Nick Richings.

About the show

Age recommendation and guidance: 12+ No Under 5s allowed in venue. Under 16s must be accompanied at all times by an adult (18+)

Running time: 2 hours 50 minutes incl. interval

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Blood Brothers

Willy Russell's 'Blood Brothers' was one of the West End's longest running musicals, playing at the Phoenix Theatre in London's West End for 24 years. Following numerous productions around the UK and in London, the Bill Kenwright production opened at the Phoenix in 1991 and quickly became staple viewing for London theatre goers. Originally written as a play, 'Blood Brothers' follows the story of a mother who gives one of her twins away at birth, and spends the rest of her life consumed by guilt and superstition. As the brothers grow up in two very different worlds, fate brings them together and their lives continue to cross paths, until superstition catches up with them. The musical features an impressive score of hits including the memorable 'Tell Me It's Not True'. Although the production has now closed at the Phoenix Theatre, it continues to delight audiences around the UK.

What the audience said…

This is one of the best musicals I have ever seen I would suggest this to anyone that is going to watch the musical. 10/10

Saw it back in early ish 2000s I really enjoyed it on the school trip and really want to see it again

Seen this theater in 1983 when traveled to London with one ofy high school teachers. Severalmofnis still talk about it today, nearly 35 years later

I watched this years ago when it was at The Phoenix. It was absolutely captivating, so much so that I returned to watch it again. I’m now trying to book for my children to see it. A fantastic piece of theatre work, that shouldn't be missed.

I watched this years ago when it was at The Phoenix. It was absolutely captivating, so much so that I returned to watch it again. I’m now trying to book for my children to see it. A fantastic piece…

I traveled to London in 1983 at which time seen this show. It still has memories today! I came across the cassette sound track, and am looking for a cassette player to play it. Wonderful show!

louis Blood Brother Lynn Paul loue

Took a group of students from Alabama USA to UK in 97. We saw Blood Brothers while in London. It was amazing, and they still talk about it today, more than 15 years later!

I saw BLOOD BROTHERS with MARTY PELLOW and Coleen Nolan for my 60th birthday. It was the most fantastic prezzie I ever had. I too want a CD of that performance. When I was not laughing I was crying, as were the cast at the end as it was their final performance. Wonderful!

I saw BLOOD BROTHERS with MARTY PELLOW and Coleen Nolan for my 60th birthday. It was the most fantastic prezzie I ever had. I too want a CD of that performance. When I was not laughing I was crying,…

It was really really really really good. I really want to thank Willy Russell in person!

Took me ages to see this as I like happy light stage shows, but after friends raving about it I went and now I wish I had gone years ago. The story the songs the cast and the emotions shown by Natasha Hamilton ABSOLUTELY BRILLIANT. It will take a lot to beat this one.

Took me ages to see this as I like happy light stage shows, but after friends raving about it I went and now I wish I had gone years ago. The story the songs the cast and the emotions shown by Natasha…

My all time favorite! I would like to see more things from Willy Russell, he has a keen eye and wit. I saw this show while studying in the UK and also back home in NY. I am so enamored of this show, wish it were still here!

My all time favorite! I would like to see more things from Willy Russell, he has a keen eye and wit. I saw this show while studying in the UK and also back home in NY. I am so enamored of this show,…

This is the best musical I have ever ever seen on stage, the cast were brilliant and captured you into the story from the very beginning, they played with your emotions all the way through. Never before have I seen so many red eyes coming out of a theatre. Sheer perfection!!

This is the best musical I have ever ever seen on stage, the cast were brilliant and captured you into the story from the very beginning, they played with your emotions all the way through. Never…

I saw Clodagh Rodgers in Blood Brothers years ago and have never forgotten my emotions of that night.it moved me so much and we are all so blessed to have enjoyed this most wonderful of wonderful shows.to all who took part thank you, you uplift us with your talent and we assure you blood brothers will live in many hearts forever

I saw Clodagh Rodgers in Blood Brothers years ago and have never forgotten my emotions of that night.it moved me so much and we are all so blessed to have enjoyed this most wonderful of wonderful…

I was now looking to book Blood Brothers when I come over in March from Australia, and am gutted to see it has closed. I have seen it many times, and it always sent a shiver up my spine in some scenes, whilst making me laugh in others. It will be sadly missed I'm sure.

I was now looking to book Blood Brothers when I come over in March from Australia, and am gutted to see it has closed. I have seen it many times, and it always sent a shiver up my spine in some…

Brilliant. Loved it, so beautiful and gripping. Seen it 3 times and would love to get the chance to go again

Awesome show whoever stars in it. Marti Pellow fab, I have seen it 8 times in total, everyone should see Blood Brothers before they die!

Simply the best show I have ever seen. Nikki Evans was outstanding, both her singing and acting, and Sean Jones as Mickey was fantastic, brilliantly portraying the path from the innocence of child hood to the heartbreak that is the end of the . By the end you really cared about him and even though the outcome was inevitable I still wanted it not to end as it did.

Simply the best show I have ever seen. Nikki Evans was outstanding, both her singing and acting, and Sean Jones as Mickey was fantastic, brilliantly portraying the path from the innocence of child…

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Blood Brothers

Closed: 02 September 2023

Closed: 07 October 2023

Cast announced for Blood Brothers summer tour

The much-loved musical is back for a new tour

Blood Brothers  has confirmed the cast for its summer tour, which kicks off in Norwich next week.

Bill Kenwright and Bob Tomson’s production of Willy Russell’s seminal musical has been touring the nation for many moons, and features musical direction by Matt Malone, sound by Dan Samson, set and costume by Andy Walmsley and lighting by Nick Richings.

After Norwich, the show will visit Swansea, Nottingham, Hull, Eastbourne, Cambridge, Llandudno, Chelmsford, Canterbury, Bristol, Lichfield, Oxford, Ipswich, Guildford, Brighton and Bradford,

The show tells the story of two brothers, separated at birth, whose lives collide in a tumultuous tragedy. It features such numbers as “Marilyn Monroe” and “Tell Me It’s Not True”.

Niki Colwell Evans will play the role of Mrs Johnstone, with Danny Whitehead as the Narrator, Sean Jones as Mickey, Joe Sleight as Eddie, Paula Tappenden as Mrs Lyons, Tim Churchill as Mr Lyons, Gemma Brodrick as Linda, Timothy Lucas as Sammy, Tori Hargreaves as Donna Marie/ Miss Jones, Graeme Kinniburgh as Postman / Bus Conductor, Josh Capper as the Neighbour, Jess Smith as Brenda, Connor Bannister as Perkins and Nick Wilkes as Policeman / Teacher.

Tickets for select dates are on sale below.

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Blood Brothers is now closed

After a successful 24 years on London’s West End, Blood Brothers has sadly now closed. The good news is is that the show is on tour and tickets can be purchased from Bill Kenwright LTD .

If you would like to see a different show at the Phoenix Theatre the official ticket booking line is: 0844 871 7627

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