- Running time 2 hours 35 minutes (including interval)
- Age guidelines 8+
Top Hat - Tour Dates
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The acclaimed production of Top Hat completed its latest UK tour in 2026, bringing Irving Berlin’s classic musical to audiences across the country.
Visitors searching for Top Hat tickets UK tour should note that the latest tour has now finished. The production has toured multiple times and may return for future UK runs.
Explore upcoming London shows on tour and regional performances now booking.
A Golden Age Musical Classic
Top Hat is a dazzling stage adaptation of the beloved 1935 film starring Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers, capturing the glamour and elegance of Hollywood’s golden age.
Directed and choreographed by multi–Tony and Olivier Award-winner Kathleen Marshall (Anything Goes), the production featured a talented cast including, Phillip Attmore (Shuffle Along, Hello, Dolly!), Nicole-Lily Baisden (Anything Goes), James Hume (Kiss Me, Kate), and Emma Williams (Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, Scissorhandz).
Packed with Irving Berlin’s greatest hits – including Cheek to Cheek, Top Hat, White Tie & Tails, Let’s Face the Music and Dance and Puttin’ on the Ritz – this joyous musical is an exhilarating celebration of 1930s song and dance. Effervescent, elegant and exhilarating, Top Hat is the theatrical equivalent of the finest vintage champagne: a sparkling romantic cocktail of witty dialogue, stunning choreography, lavish sets and glamorous costumes.
What is Top Hat musical about?
Inspired by the beloved 1935 film starring Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers, Top Hat is one of the most joyful and elegant musicals ever created.
The story follows American dancer Jerry Travers, who arrives in London and falls head-over-heels in love with model Dale Tremont. After a case of mistaken identity leads to romantic confusion, the story unfolds in a whirlwind of comedy, romance and spectacular dance.
Filled with dazzling choreography, lavish design and sparkling wit, the musical captures the timeless magic of Hollywood’s golden era.
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Stars and Creatives
Who is in the cast of Top Hat?
Phillip Attmore as Jerry Travers, Nicole-Lily Baisden as Dale Tremont, James Hume as Horace, Emma Williams as Madge, James Clyde as Bates and Alex Gibson-Giorgio as Beddini
Also Zak Edward, Lindsay Atherton, Rhiannon Bacchus, Jeremy Batt, Freddie Clements, Pedro Donoso, Bethan Downing, Autumn Draper, Tilly Ducker, Maddie Harper, Stuart Hickey, Laura Hills, Connor Hughes, George Lyons, David McIntosh, Jordan Oliver, Emily Anne Potter, Joe Press, Molly Rees Howe, Kirsty Sparks and Toyan Thomas-Browne
Who are the creative team of Top Hat?
Music and Lyrics by Irving Berlin
Based on RKO’s Motion Picture
Directed and choreographed by Kathleen Marshall
Set design by Peter McKintosh, costume design by Peter McKintosh and Yvonne Milnes, musical director Stephen Ridley, musical supervision by Gareth Valentine, orchestration & arrangements by Chris Walker, lighting design by Tim Mitchell, sound design by Paul Groothuis, and casting by Natalie Gallacher CDG for Pippa Ailion and Natalie Gallacher Casting, associate director & choreographer Carol Lee Meadows and assistant director & choreographer Richard Pitt.
Produced by Kenny Wax Productions and Jonathan Church Theatre Productions
Important Notes
Content warnings: May contain flashing/strobe lights
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★★★★★ "Heaven, I'm in Heaven...Kathleen Marshall's enchanting new production of Irving Berlin's Top Hat is the perfect summer tonic" - Daily Mail
★★★★ "A sparkling, glamorous dose of escapism" - The Telegraph
★★★★ "Ravishingly directed and choreographed by Kathleen Marshall... the whole thing oozes style and wit. Heaven" - The Guardian
★★★★ "Attmore’s tap-dancing skills shine" - The Times
● "It’s Irving Berlin’s songs we’re really here for, and the silky glory of those dance numbers. They are joyously delivered here, with Marshall’s effervescent choreography kicking up a storm." - Financial Times
● "Top show, dazzling dance, hilarious fun" - Chichester Observer
● "Spectacular" - The Stage
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News about Top Hat
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Top Hat UK & Ireland tour casting announced including Phillip Attmore & Amara Okereke
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Top Hat to play the Southbank Centre in London for Christmas 2025 starring Phillip Attmore & Amara Okereke
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Top Hat musical adds new UK tour dates as performances start tonight in Chichester
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