• Venue Prince Edward Theatre, London
  • Performance dates 19 January 2027 - 24 April 2027
  • Running time 2hours 20 minutes (including one interval)
  • Age guidelines 14+
  • Offer: Special prices Valid all performances  from 19 Jan 2027 to 18 Mar 2027 . Book by 11 Jan

Book now for Dirty Dancing – The Classic Story on Stage, the record-breaking live phenomenon returning to the West End at the Prince Edward Theatre for a 15-week run from January 2027.

Dirty Dancing in London  

The classic story that defined a generation is back. Dirty Dancing returns to London in a brand-new production, exploding onto the stage with heart-pounding music, breathtaking emotion and the sensationally sexy choreography you know and love. Whether you’re a lifelong fan of the film or experiencing the “lift” for the first time, this strictly limited season promises to be one of the theatrical highlights of the year. 

Written by Eleanor Bergstein – screenwriter of the phenomenally successful 1987 film – the stage version features the much-loved characters and original dialogue, brought to life by a company of over 40 performers and a live band.  

The show originally opened at London’s Aldwych Theatre in 2006, running for five years before becoming a genuine global phenomenon, playing in more than 11 countries from Australia to Sweden.

What to expect 

Expect electric performances and brand-new choreography that leaps off the stage, plus the ultimate soundtrack featuring all the hits, including ‘Hungry Eyes,’ ‘Hey Baby,’ ‘Do You Love Me?’ and the Academy Award-winning ‘(I’ve Had) The Time of My Life,’ complete with the legendary final lift. And with additional songs and a live band, it brings all the magic of the movie thrillingly to life. 

Dirty Dancing cast

Michael O’Reilly returns as Johnny Castle after seven years in the part, having played him across multiple UK tours, including a West End run at the Dominion Theatre, and a stint at the Dôme de Paris. Pippa Jackson, meanwhile, makes her professional stage debut as Baby Houseman.

Book Dirty Dancing tickets 

Book tickets to see Dirty Dancing – The Classic Story on Stage. The hit musical returns to the West End for a strictly limited 15-week season at the Prince Edward Theatre between 19 January and 24 April 2026, with Michael O’Reilly reprising his role as Johnny Castle opposite Pippa Jackson as Baby.

Demand is expected to be high and early booking is recommended. 

It’s the summer of 1963, and 17 year old Frances ‘Baby’ Houseman is about to learn some major lessons in life as well as a thing or two about dancing.

On holiday in New York’s Catskill Mountains with her older sister and parents, ‘Baby’ shows little interest in the resort activities, and instead discovers her own entertainment when she stumbles upon the staff quarters when an all-night dance party is in full swing. Mesmerised by the raunchy dances move and the pounding rhythms,’Baby’ can’t wait to be part of the scene, especially when she catches sight of Johnny Castle the resort dance instructor.

‘Baby’s’ life is about to change forever as she is thrown in at the deep end as Johnny’s leading lady both on-stage and off with breathtaking consequences.

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Performance Information

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Stars and Creatives

Who is in the cast of Dirty Dancing?

Johnny Castle: Michael O’Reilly
Baby Houseman: Pippa Jackson
Penny Johnson:Emily Layden-Fritz

The rest of the cast is yet to be announced.

Who are the creative team of Dirty Dancing?

Writer: Eleanor Bergstein

The remaining creative team is yet to be announced.
Further creatives to be announced

Previous production were directed and designed by Federico Bellone, with choreography by Austin Wilks, musical direction by Richard John, costume designer Jennifer Irwin, lighting designer Valerio Tiberi and sound designer Armando Vertullo.

Important Notes

The show is not advised for children under the age of 12 – there are scenes of partial nudity and the storyline addresses the topic of abortion. 

Access Performances
  • Audio Described: Tuesday 9 March 2027, 7:30pm
  • Captioned: Wednesday 17 March 2027, 7:30pm

Venue Information

Prince Edward Theatre , 28 Old Compton Street, London, W1D 4HS

Nearest Tube or Train: Leicester Square (Northern line, Piccadilly line)

Nearest Buses: 14, 19, 38

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Critics' reviews of Dirty Dancing

"The Biggest Live Theatre Sensation of All Time" - The Observer

"This stage version is a phenomenon" - Sunday Mirror

"In an enduring show that – like Strictly – offers pure dancing pleasure, but with an added strand of thoughtful and hard-hitting radical politics, carefully woven in by writer Eleanor Bergstein, from start to finish" - The Scotsman

Frequently Asked Questions

Dirty Dancing is playing at the Prince Edward Theatre in London
The running time of Dirty Dancing is 2hours 20 minutes (including one interval)
The age recommendations for Dirty Dancing are: 14+
To buy official London Theatre tickets to Dirty Dancing, click on the Get Tickets button at the top of this page. You will be able to access the booking calendar to check live ticket availability and prices and see any exclusive offers or discounts. You will be purchasing tickets from an authorised retailer and member of the Society of Ticket Agents and Retailers.
Yes, Dirty Dancing has matinee performances on the following days: Saturday
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