When this exuberant musical from The Feeling's Dan Gillespie Sells and writer Tom MacRae premiered at the Sheffield Crucible in 2017, it became an instant success with both audiences and critics. Based on the story of Jamie Campbell, a gay 16-year-old who stunned his school by heading to prom in heels and frock, Everybody's Talking About Jamie is an infectious, funny and touching exploration of sexuality, ambitions and coming of age when you're destined to stick out from the crowd.

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Everybody's Talking About Jamie

Liverpool Empire Theatre

Sunderland Empire

 Jamie New is sixteen and lives on a council estate in Sheffield. Jamie doesn’t quite fit in. Jamie is terrified about the future. Jamie is going to be a sensation.

Nottingham Arts Theatre

Jamie New is 16 and lives on a council estate in Sheffield. Jamie doesn’t quite fit in. Jamie is terrified about the future. Jamie is going to be a sensation.

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Halifax Playhouse

Starburst Theatre presents Everybody’s Talking About Jamie.

Everybody’s Talking About Jamie is a bold, joyful stage musical about identity, courage, and the thrill of becoming who you are meant to be.

Jamie New is 16 and lives on a council estate in Sheffield. He doesn’t quite fit in at school, and while others seem to have their futures planned, Jamie is terrified about what lies ahead. Yet deep down, he knows one thing for sure: Jamie is going to be a sensation.

As he begins to imagine a life beyond expectations and labels, Jamie faces prejudice, bullying, and the pressure to conform. With the unwavering support of his brilliant, loving mum and surrounded by his friends, Jamie finds the strength to believe in himself. Step by step, he overcomes discrimination, beats the bullies, and learns to embrace his individuality.

Sixteen is the edge of possibility—the moment when fear and hope collide. As Jamie steps out of the darkness and into the spotlight, the musical celebrates self-expression, acceptance, and the courage it takes to make your dreams come true.

Starburst Theatre - Everybody's Talking About Jamie

Camberley Theatre

When this exuberant musical from The Feeling's Dan Gillespie Sells and writer Tom MacRae premiered at the Sheffield Crucible in 2017, it became an instant success with both audiences and critics. Based on the story of Jamie Campbell, a gay 16-year-old who stunned his school by heading to prom in heels and frock, Everybody's Talking About Jamie is an infectious, funny and touching exploration of sexuality, ambitions and coming of age when you're destined to stick out from the crowd.

Ranging from upbeat pop rock to glorious soulful ballads, the show is a breath of fresh air for the British musical, sitting somewhere between the struggles of Billy Elliott and the fabulousity of Kinky Boots. 

Dan Gillespie Sells

Events

Upcoming events

25 - 27 Jun, 2026

Starburst Theatre - Everybody's Talking About Jamie · Camberley Theatre

25 - 29 May, 2027

Everybody's Talking About Jamie · Aylesbury Waterside Theatre

22 - 26 Jun, 2027

Everybody's Talking About Jamie · New Theatre Oxford

Past events

Mar 30 - Apr 3, 2026

Everybody's Talking About Jamie · Liverpool Empire Theatre

9 - 13 Feb, 2026

Everybody's Talking About Jamie · Sunderland Empire

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