The Biggest And Best Tours Coming To Liverpool In 25/26
The West End Right On Your Doorstep!
From the waterfront wonders of The Albert Dock to the world-class culture of The Beatles and LFC, Liverpool knows how to make scousers proud! Whether it's a night out at the Royal Court or catching a show at the Empire, this Merseyside marvel is rolling out the red carpet for a blockbuster line-up of touring shows heading your way in 2025 and 2026 take a look below!
Tours Coming To Liverpool 25/26
Hamilton
6 May - 7 Jun
Liverpool Empire Theatre
It's the musical that bowled over Broadway, an all-out smash-hit epic that traverses the life of one Alexander Hamilton, one of America's Founding Fathers, who took on the might of the British and won! Created by Tony, Grammy, and Emmy winner wunderkind Lin-Manuel Miranda (In the Heights) this Pulitzer and Tony-winning musical mixes classic theatre, spoken word, and hip-hop into the most acclaimed theatrical marvel since The Book of Mormon.
Joseph And The Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat
15 - 20 Jul
Liverpool Empire Theatre
It's back! After sell-out runs in London's West End, Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice's Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat is being donned once more for a fantastic jaunt around the country. Having now surpassed its 50th birthday musical theatre fans will be delighted that Joseph and his extravagant threads are back on stage where they belong once more.
The Book of Mormon
30 Sep - 18 Oct
Liverpool Empire Theatre
'The greatest time of a Mormon kid's life is his mission,' sings Elder Kevin Price, but things are not as the handsome and pious Elder Price predicted when he's sent to...UGANDA! From Trey Parker and Matt Stone, four-time Emmy Award-winning creators of South Park, enjoy this utterly hilarious Broadway musical about a pair of mismatched Mormon boys sent on a mission to a place that's about as far from Salt Lake City as you can get.
Top Hat
28 Oct - 1 Nov
Liverpool Empire Theatre
One of the greatest dance musicals of all time! This West End hit musical heads out on tour across the UK, bringing its effervescent old-school charm to a stage near you in 2025! Irving Berlin's Top Hat is a decadent trip down memory lane to Hollywood's golden age brimming with beautiful costumes and dazzling dance routines, set to some of the composer's most beloved songs including 'Putting on the Ritz', 'Let's Face The Music And Dance' and many more.
HERE & NOW
25 - 29 Nov
Liverpool Empire Theatre
The UK is about to get a whole lot brighter with the arrival of HERE & NOW, the new Steps musical! Get ready to wrap yourself in pure joy with this delightfully giddy and touching showcase of all the beloved hits from the pop legends. When the feeling's gone and you can't go on, book tickets for HERE & NOW.
Fawlty Towers
11 - 15 Nov
Liverpool Empire Theatre
Pack your bags for a trip to Fawlty Towers as Britain's most beloved '70s sitcom heads on a nationwide tour following a successful West End run (with two extensions), adapted by the show's original writer and star, John Cleese - nearly fifty years after its debut. Directed by Caroline Jay Ranger (Only Fools and Horses: The Musical), the stage adaptation brings this iconic comedy to life. First broadcast in September 1975, Fawlty Towers is widely regarded as one of the greatest British sitcoms of all time - and now you have the chance to relive the chaos on stage.
Inside No 9 - Stage Fright
18 - 22 Nov
Liverpool Empire Theatre
Get ready for a highly uncomfortable night in the theatre as horror aficionados Reece Shearsmith and Steve Pemberton return to tread the boards in this brand-new play, taking to the road this year following sell-out success in the West End.Titled 'Inside No 9 - Stage/Fright', the new venture sees the pair marry horror, comedy and their signature surrealism to present a spine-chilling theatrical experience that'll have you laughing nervously from the start to the sure to be terrifying finale.
Matilda The Musical
2 Dec - 4 Jan 2026
Liverpool Empire Theatre
Roald Dahl's much-loved classic of an extraordinary child with magical powers has been reigning supreme at the Cambridge Theatre since 2012 and now sets out on a brand new UK tour! Combining the talents of Tim Minchin and the Royal Shakespeare Company, this extraordinary show has won seven Olivier Awards and has captured the hearts of young and old theatergoers alike, making it one of the most sought-after musicals of the last decade.
Mary Poppins
14 - 31 Jan 2026
Liverpool Empire Theatre
Everyone's favourite governess returns to the stage to bring us a spoonful of sugar! Join Mary Poppins, Bert, Jane and Michael as the wonderful story of Mary Poppins comes to life on stage in this spectacular production from Cameron Mackintosh and Disney. Based on P.L. Travers cherished stories and the classic 1964 Walt Disney film Mary Poppins first appeared on the London stage back in the early naughties where it ran for three years before it headed over to Broadway where it won a Tony Award for best musical and ran for almost six years!
Tina - The Tina Turner Musical
12 - 23 Aug
Liverpool Empire Theatre
Everyone loves a biographical musical, and this one really is better than all the rest! Tina!, the a 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.
Fiddler on the Roof
22 - 27 Sep
Liverpool Empire Theatre
Beloved musical theatre classic Fiddler On The Roof smashed records when its first 1964 run on Broadway surpassed over 3000 performances, garnering a total of nine Tony Awards for its humour, warmth, honesty, and celebration of the proud Jewish tradition. The Jerome Robbins and Harold Prince penned hit enjoyed an all-new staging from director Jordan Fein (Oklahoma) as part of Regent's Park Open Air Theatre's 2024 season, now the show continues to rise the ranks as it heads across the UK on a brand-new tour!
The Lightning Thief
16 - 20 Sep
Liverpool Empire Theatre
Prepare to be swept away on an adventure into Greek Mythology as The Lightning Thief comes to you on tour! Based on the best-selling book by Rick Riordan, which was adapted into a blockbuster movie in 2010, The Lightning Thief follows the story of Percy Jackson, a young boy with ADHD and dyslexia who discovers that he's the son of the Greek God Poseidon.
Only Fools and Horses - The Musical
9 - 21 Jun
Liverpool Empire Theatre
After quite a few years since we bid farewell to Del Boy, Rodney and the gang from Peckham, the disaster-prone fortune finders are back, but this time in a hilarious stage musical! Based on the hit TV show, enjoy your favourite characters like never before as this hit show takes to the road in the winter of 2024/25!
The Dinosaur That Pooped
22 Jun
Liverpool Empire Theatre
Trouble strikes as Danny and Dino's favourite rock band are playing their last ever show, but tickets are nowhere to be seen! Add in a dastardly manager seeking to ruin the show, and you have a recipe for disaster. Can Danny and Dino save the day and get the band on stage? Find out at this musical adventure for all the family.
Priscilla, Queen of the Desert
9 - 14 Mar 2026
Liverpool Empire Theatre
An adaptation of one of the most popular Australian movies of all time, Priscilla Queen of The Desert is the hilarious and uplifting story of a trio of drag queens and the chaos they cause as they take to the road for a one-off gig in a remote town in the outback. Filled with humour, heartwarming moments and fantastic disco tunes, this is one trip you'll want to hitch a ride on. Don't miss out as Priscilla parks up at a theatre near you on this much anticipated new tour!
2:22 - A Ghost Story
6 - 11 Apr 2026
Liverpool Empire Theatre
The edge-of-your-seat supernatural thriller is ready to haunt the rest of the UK after scaring West End audiences silly since 2021! 2:22 - A Ghost Story is brought to you by award-winning writer and creator of hit BBC podcast The Battersea Poltergeist, Danny Robins, and directed by Matthew Dunster. Will you believe in ghosts once the clock strikes 2:22?
Sunny Afternoon
19 - 23 May 2026
Liverpool Empire Theatre
This hit musical is back and ready to head out on tour, giving audiences across the UK the chance to discover the story of The Kinks - sprinkled with a little Olivier-winning musical stardust, of course! Written by Joe Penhall with music and lyrics provided by Ray Davies, Sunny Afternoon was a hit in London in 2014, where the production scooped up four 2015 Olivier Awards, including Best New Musical. It's time to Come Dancing once more!
To Kill A Mockingbird
12 - 16 May 2026
Liverpool Empire Theatre
Oscar winner Aaron Sorkin's adaptation of Harper Lee's To Kill a Mockingbird was last seen in the West End in 2022. Now, The King and I director Bartlett Sher brings this Tony-winning, seminal story on a nationwide tour in 2025! To Kill a Mockingbird tells the story of a Black man accused of rape in pre-Civil Rights era Alabama and the noble lawyer who defends him.
Dear England
3 - 7 Mar 2026
Liverpool Empire Theatre
The Olivier-winning play Dear England by James Graham is back for its first-ever UK tour after a sell-out run, following its critically acclaimed stint at London's National Theatre. Plus, talks of a four-part BBC One drama are in the works! Gareth Southgate's transformation of the England men's national football team - in both the hearts and minds of the nation - is celebrated and explored in Dear England.
Jack Dee
19 Oct
Philharmonic Hall
Fluent in sarcasm and dryer than a desert in high summer, Jack Dee has carved out his comedy niche as the beleaguered everyman, offering his observations in a grounded, deadpan style that never fails to get a reaction. The official grumpy old man now deigns to head on a brand new tour, titled 'Jack Dee: Small World' where he'll address the important questions of the age such as; how to do a Zoom call properly, what's new in the world of radiators and much much less.
Dara O'Briain
2 Nov
Liverpool Empire Theatre
After the success of his last jaunt: 'So, Where Were We?' Dara O Briain is back on the road with a brand new show: Re:Creation. He's one of Britain's most recognizable faces thanks to appearances on Mock The Week, Robot Wars, and Star Gazing Live, he returns to his live comedy roots, bringing a whirlwind of erudite humor and fast-talking wit along for the ride.
Riverdance
29 Aug - 2 Sep
Liverpool Empire Theatre
Three decades Riverdance first took the world's breath away, and this dance phenomenon returns to the stage for a special 30th-anniversary tour. With its explosive combination of traditional Irish music and dance, Riverdance's fine footwork continues to evolve, captivating audiences from East to West. Catch the iconic dance troupe on The New Generation Tour, featuring a cast of young performers who continue the Riverdance legacy with thrilling talent.
The Horne Section
13 Jun
Philharmonic Hall
Combining the UK's finest musical and comedic talents all under the watchful eye of ringleader Alex Horne, The Horne Section have been honing their act over the last decade on stage, on our televisions and on the airwaves with their chart topping podcast. Now heading out on a brand new tour, catch this rag-tag-jazz collective as they bring the hits to you in a night of raucous music and spontaneous stand-up, crackling with razor-sharp wit and infectious mirth, provided by the assistant Taskmaster himself!
