Billy Elliot
Presented by The Very Popular Theatre Company
Sat, 7th to 21st October in 10 days. Civic Theatre, Newcastle. Tickets $69 to $159
An inspiring celebration of the journey of one boy who hangs up his boxing gloves for ballet shoes.
Music by Elton John
Originally Directed by Stephen Daldry
Featuring music by the legendary Elton John, with book and lyrics by Lee Hall, Billy Elliot the Musical has been seen by over 12 million people worldwide. Acclaimed by audiences and critics alike, it is the recipient of over 85 awards internationally.
Set in a northern town during the miners' strike of 1984/5, the show follows Billy's journey from boxing ring to ballet class where he discovers a passion for dance. Faced with the daunting path of forging out a new destiny, Billy leaves behind his close-knit community upbringing where family and tradition means everything, to unite his family, inspire his community and change his own life forever. Billy Elliot the Musical tells an electrifying tale of determination, acceptance and daring to be different.
Hailed as an extraordinary theatrical experience, the show has captivated audiences around the world, and features incredible songs such as ‘Solidarity', ‘The Letter', ‘He Could Be a Star' and ‘Electricity'.
Music by Elton John
Originally Directed by Stephen Daldry
Civic Theatre
The magnificent Civic Theatre is the heart and soul of live performance in Newcastle, NSW Australia. It is a proscenium arch theatre seating 1474 in two tiers (stalls 859, dress circle 615) combining the grandeur and atmosphere of the stately historic theatres, with the comfort, technology and professional capability of today. The Civic Theatre also contains spaces for smaller more intimate functions or VIP events including the Civic Bar and Promenade Room and Balcony.
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