Someone over on Old Compton Street must’ve uttered his name three times, then. The attic ghosts will finally become visible to the people of London, as it’s been revealed that the long-awaited arrival of the Beetlejuice musical to the West End is finally happening.
It was announced today (September 25) that the production, which has had several runs on Broadway as well as a US tour, would be commencing a limited run at the Prince Edward Theatre in London from May 2026. There’s no detail yet as to when tickets will go on sale, but fans are invited to sign up to hear when they first become available.
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Beetlejuice: The Musical. The Musical. The Musical
After opening on Broadway in 2019, the adaptation of Tim Burton’s beloved 1988 film with Winona Ryder, Michael Keaton and co. is finally hitting the West End. MJ the Musical will be leaving the giant Prince Edward Theatre soon, meaning Beetlejuice can slip in and start its first run in the capital.
While there’s no word yet on the casting and who will play the ghoulish Beetlejuice character, we do know that Alex Timbers (of Moulin Rouge fame) will be at the helm for directing duties, with the original score from Eddie Perfect and choreography from Connor Gallagher. The book comes from Scott Brown & Anthony King, which, when combined with the songs from Perfect, is certain to delight/fright/cause hysterical laughter from audiences in London just as it has on its Broadway run.
Speaking on the announcement, James Lane, Producer at Crossroads Live, said: “The wait is over! We are beyond thrilled to be working alongside Warner Bros. and the ingenious team behind Beetlejuice to bring this highly anticipated Broadway hit to London’s West End at last. There is nothing else quite like this show, and audiences really are in for a terrifyingly hilarious treat at the spectacular Prince Edward Theatre next year.”
Beetlejuice! kicks off at the Prince Edward Theatre from May 2026. You can sign up on the production’s website to find out first about when ticket sales begin.
