Hairspray the Musical Returns Opening at Palace Theatre in Manchester Next Summer
Neil Hurst reprises Edna Turnblad as the musical launches its UK tour, with full casting to be announced later.
- The Palace Theatre in Manchester hosted the opening of Hairspray on July 2, with actor Neil Hurst returning as Edna Turnblad in the hit musical.
- Based on the 1988 film by cult filmmaker John Waters, the musical centers on Tracy Turnblad, who fights for tolerance and integration in Baltimore while pursuing national television fame.
- Co-Director Brenda Edwards, who previously played Motormouth, leads the production with Olivier Award-winning choreographer Drew McOnie and composers Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman.
- Manchester hosted the official premiere before the production embarks on a major UK tour, with confirmed dates at Malvern Theatres from October 11 through October 16, 2027.
- Co-Director Edwards stated the show's themes "remain as relevant as ever," adding she cannot wait to share "this vibrant new production of this timeless musical with even more people.
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