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Bristol Hippodrome's Stellar Lineup: From Musicals to Ballets
The Bristol Hippodrome, a staple of the UK's cultural scene, is gearing up for an unforgettable series of performances in 2025. Audiences can anticipate a diverse array of productions, including a musical tribute to 'Only Fools and Horses', the thought-provoking 'Dear Evan Hansen', and the timeless operatic pieces like 'Rigoletto' and 'The Marriage of Figaro'. Dance enthusiasts are in for a treat with 'The Last Dance', 'Matthew Bourne's Swan Lake', and 'Birmingham Royal Ballet's Cinderella'. With this lineup, the Hippodrome promises an exhilarating journey across genres and eras.
Jan 26, 2025
Share1. Only Fools And Horses - The Musical
After quite a few years since we bid farewell to Del Boy, Rodney and the gang from Peckham, the disaster-prone, fortune hunters are back, but this time in a hilarious musical! Based on the hit TV show enjoy your favourite characters like never before in this unique and hilarious event.
Jan 27 - Feb 8, 2025
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2. Dear Evan Hansen
After much speculation, the Broadway smash hit musical is finally taking to the road in this brand new production from Ambassador Theatre Group and the Nottingham Playhouse. Telling the story of troubled teen Evan, the show dives into the themes of misunderstood youth and the ever-growing impact of technology on our lives. The original version of this Tony-winning musical was a massive hit in the West End, earning a staggering seven Olivier nominations including Best New Musical!
11 - 15 Feb, 2025
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3. Rigoletto
A mainstay of the opera repertory, Verdi's Rigoletto is a thrilling, cinematic experience that first set pulses racing and tongues wagging when it first debuted in Venice in 1851. The gritty production overcame its initial problems with the censors of its day to become one of the world's most widely performed operas, beloved for its memorable tunes and electrifying revenge plot. The Welsh National Opera present their own thrilling production of the classic, directed by Adele Thomas and conducted by Pietro Rizzo.
20 - 22 Feb, 2025
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4. Welsh National Opera - Marriage Of Figaro
Figaro is finally tying the knot in this feverishly fun follow-up to The Barber of Seville, spilling its madcap mischief courtesy of the Welsh National Opera! In a production featuring lavish period outfits and stage design, it's an experience with all the hallmarks of a classic night at the opera! With some of opera's most famous arias and an unbeatable story, come and discover why The Marriage of Figaro is considered the world's best.
Feb 21, 2025
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5. The Last Dance
A Strictly Come Dancing professional since 2015, Italian native Giovanni was originally inspired to take up the art at 14 after watching Strictly's original iteration: Come Dancing! Since then, he's become a firm fan favourite, partnering with finalists Georgia May Foote, Debbie McGee before finally scooping the trophy with Rose Ayling-Ellis in 2021. Don't miss this charismatic performer and Strictly record breaker (Pernice has the most 10s ever awarded in the series' history) when he brings the show to you in spring 2024!
Feb 23, 2025
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6. Hairspray
Eight-time Tony and four-time Olivier Award-winning musical smash hit Hairspray spreads its toe-tapping magic across the UK once more during a hotly anticipated regional tour in 2024! Based on the 1988 feature film, the effervescent production first wowed audiences in Seattle in the early 2000s, with acclaimed Broadway and West End runs following soon after.
Feb 24 - Mar 1, 2025
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7. Matthew Bourne's Swan Lake
In 1995 Matthew Bourne and his New Adventures troupe took the Ballet world by storm when they debuted their all-male version of Tchaikovsky's Swan Lake. Since then the production has become one of the world's most iconic pieces of dance and is now the proud owner of an Olivier and three Tony awards. Catch this unmissable production when its celebrates its 30th anniversary on tour in 2025!
4 - 8 Mar, 2025
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8. Birmingham Royal Ballet - Cinderella
The enchanting story of Cinderella heads on tour courtesy of the Birmingham Royal Ballet, taking their captivating production on the road! This delightful interpretation will delight audience members of all ages, with Prokofiev's legendary score serving as the backdrop to a stunning performance. Directed by Sir David Bintley, be sure not to miss this timeless ballet!
27 - 29 Mar, 2025
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9. NOW That's What I Call a Musical
Plenty of us fondly remember rushing down to the shops to pick up each new release of "NOW, That's What I Call Music!", the thrice-yearly compilation of Top-10 hits that has become a mainstay in British culture since the 80s. Now, from comedian Pippa Evans and director and choreographer Craig Revel Horwood (Strictly Come Dancing) comes a brand new musical inspired by the classic compilations! Premiering in Autumn 2024, NOW That's What I Call A Musical tells a story which many of us lived, through the classic songs from "NOW..." compilations through the ages!
1 - 5 Apr, 2025
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10. Tina - The Tina Turner Musical
Everyone loves a biographical musical, and this one really is better than all the rest! Tina!, the phenomenal extravaganza based on the life of iconic songstress Tina Turner is taking to the road! Directed by Mamma Mia!'s Phyllida Lloyd, with a book by Katori Hall, the Olivier Award-nominated spectacular is the perfect night out for fans of The Queen and Rock and Roll. Get ready for an electrifying journey through Tina's life, with dazzling choreography, blazing soul, and a whole lotta love!
8 - 26 Apr, 2025
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Conclusion
The Bristol Hippodrome's lineup for 2025 is a testament to the power of performance to connect, inspire, and entertain. With a mix of musicals, operas, and dance, there's something to captivate every audience member. Whether you're a fan of classic tales, contemporary narratives, or high-energy dance, the Hippodrome has curated a season that promises to be as memorable as it is diverse. Make sure to mark your calendars and be part of this extraordinary celebration of the performing arts.
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