A new West End musical based on the life and music of Chaka Khan is set to premiere in London.
Titled I’m Every Woman – The Chaka Khan Musical, the new show is playing a limited run at the Peacock Theatre from 5 to 28 March 2026.
Celebrating the Grammy-winning singer’s rise to fame — from the Black Panther Party to Rufus and solo superstardom, the production features Khan’s greatest hits, including I’m Every Woman, I Feel For You, Tell Me Something Good, Ain’t Nobody, Sweet Thing, Higher Love and Through The Fire.
The new musical reveals the woman behind the diva and her rise to stardom, and promises to be a journey of music, love and betrayal featuring many of Chaka’s famous friends, from Joni Mitchell and Prince to Stevie Wonder and Robert Palmer.
I’m Every Woman – The Chaka Khan Musical has a book by Nia T. Hill, and is directed by Racky Plews.
The wider creative team includes choreography by Jade Hackett and casting by Debbie O’Brien, with further creatives and casting to be announced.
Backed by Khan herself, the musical is produced by Adrian Grant (Thriller Live), Auditions are set for June 2025, with casting announcements to follow. The show was first announced in April 2023 with a development workshop held in December of that year.
Fans can expect a powerful journey through Khan’s decades of influence, with 22 albums, 25 Billboard-charting singles, and 10 Grammy Awards forming the backdrop of this exciting new stage production.
Chaka Khan said in a statement: “Many of you know that my life has always influenced my music—but you may not know the full story. I’ve lived a rich, beautiful, and sometimes difficult life, and now those experiences will come alive on stage in I’m Every Woman: The Musical. It’s the greatest honour to have my journey and work celebrated in this way. London holds a special place in my heart, and I can’t wait to share this moment with the fans who have sung, danced, and stood by me through it all. I’ve always wanted to inspire joy, truth, and love—and I know this musical will be filled with all of that and more. This is for you!”
Producer Adrian Grant said: “I’m excited to be bringing a stage show about the life of Chaka Khan to the West End. I grew up listening to hits such as Ain’t Nobody and I Feel For You, with her powerhouse vocals and electric videos which have left an undeniable imprint on popular culture. My brilliant creative team cannot wait to present that energy on stage, with a bold and empowering new musical celebrating Chaka’s legacy and amazing catalogue of songs.”
I’m Every Woman – The Chaka Khan Musical is playing at the Peacock Theatre in London from 5 to 28 March 2026.
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