Burlesque The Musical with songs by Christina Aguilera announces North East date
It’s one of the most talked-about shows on the West End - and it’s heading to Wearside.
Burlesque The Musical - based on the iconic Golden Globe Best Picture-nominated film starring Chrstina Aguilera and Cher - will return in triumph to the West End this summer following its 100% sold out critically-acclaimed limited season at the Savoy Theatre.
At the same time, a second production will set out on a major UK tour, visiting Sunderland Empire from Thursday 6 – Saturday 22 August 2026.
Written by Steven Antin, Burlesque The Musical is a journey of self-discovery, with songs by Christina Aguilera, Sia, Diane Warren, Jess Folley and Todrick Hall.
It tells the story of Ali who heads to New York in search of her mother and finds herself drawn into a dazzling underground world where the beat of the music and the heat of the dance moves will change her life forever.
Ali will unwittingly find her extraordinary voice and a most unlikely family of misfits, dreamers, and schemers.
The cast and creative team are to be announced, with Sunderland Empire on sale dates to be announced soon.
Burlesque The Musical is produced by Christina Aguilera, Adam Paulden & Jason Haigh-Ellery, Steven Antin, Clint Culpepper, In Fine Company.