A Cultural Extravaganza: Unveiling Cardiff’s 2025 Theatrical Showcase
Cardiff is set to become the epicenter of theatrical brilliance in 2025 with an array of captivating shows at the Wales Millennium Centre. From ravishing musicals like '& Juliet' and 'Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat' to iconic theatrical productions such as 'War Horse', this year's lineup promises an unforgettable experience for theater enthusiasts. Set against the vibrant backdrop of Cardiff, these performances are tailored to captivate, entertain, and inspire, drawing audiences into worlds of passion, drama, and melodic grandeur.
Get whisked away on a fabulous journey as Juliet ditches her famous ending for a fresh beginning and a second chance at life and love—her way. Created by the Emmy-winning writer from “Schitt’s Creek,” this hilarious new musical flips the script on the greatest love story ever told and asks, what would happen next if Juliet didn’t end it all over Romeo?
From Wicked to Les Misérables, Chicago to Phantom of the Opera and everything in between, A Night at the Musicals features one of the world’s finest show orchestras The Novello Orchestra, who return to their spiritual home with their trademark passion and charisma.
The multi award-winning show has been performed hundreds of thousands of times including multiple runs in the West End and on Broadway, international tours in over 80 countries worldwide and has become one of the world’s most beloved family musicals.
When Professor Goodman, arch-sceptic out to debunk the paranormal, embarks on an investigation of three apparent hauntings – as recounted by a night-watchman, a teenage boy, and a businessman awaiting his first child – Goodman finds himself at the outer limits of rationality, and fast running out of explanations.
They will be performing Fleetwood Mac's iconic Rumours album in its entirety, plus loads of other well-known Fleetwood Mac classics. Experience one of the greatest albums of all time, lovingly and accurately recreated live, by this stunning ensemble of gifted young musicians and vocalists.
From campaigning at the coalfield to leading the battle to create the NHS, Aneurin 'Nye' Bevan is often referred to as the politician who's had the greatest influence on the UK without ever being Prime Minister.
Max Boyce has been entertaining audiences for more than 40 years. With his ability to paint pictures in word and song, Max has toured the most prolific concert halls in the world, including the Royal Albert Hall and the Sydney Opera House and even hosted his own prime-time, television show. This stage and screen star has certainly become a legend in his own lifetime.
Max Boyce has been entertaining audiences for more than 40 years. With his ability to paint pictures in word and song, Max has toured the most prolific concert halls in the world, including the Royal Albert Hall and the Sydney Opera House and even hosted his own prime-time, television show. This stage and screen star has certainly become a legend in his own lifetime.
The National Theatre’s acclaimed production returns in an all-new UK and Ireland tour. War Horse is an unforgettable theatrical experience which takes audiences on an extraordinary journey from the fields of rural Devon to the trenches of First World War France. Based on the beloved novel by Michael Morpurgo, this powerfully moving and imaginative drama, filled with stirring music and songs, is a show of phenomenal inventiveness. At its heart are astonishing life-sized horses by South Africa’s Handspring Puppet Company, who bring breathing, galloping, charging horses to thrilling life on stage.
The tour will traverse the UK, performing at some of the country’s most prestigious venues. Fans can expect one massive sing-along with the Australian ABBA show next autumn – not to be missed!
As the curtains fall on Cardiff's 2025 theatrical season, the legacy of these performances will continue to resonate with audiences. The Wales Millennium Centre has curated a lineup that not only entertains but also challenges and inspires, reflecting the diverse narratives and artistic expressions that define contemporary theater. Whether you're a seasoned theater-goer or a curious newcomer, these shows offer a gateway into worlds of imagination and emotion, ensuring that every visitor leaves with cherished memories and a renewed appreciation for the performing arts.