Priscilla Queen of the Desert Tour Tickets 2026–2027

Get ready to shake your groove thing as Priscilla Queen of the Desert roars back on a glitter-soaked UK and Ireland tour. Follow three fabulous friends crossing the Australian outback to a disco-fuelled soundtrack of iconic pop hits in a feel-good, high-camp spectacular heading for your city.

Date	City	Venue	Tickets
Mon 16 Mar 2026 - Sat 21 Mar 2026	Southampton	Mayflower Theatre	Tickets
Mon 23 Mar 2026 - Sat 28 Mar 2026	Birmingham	Hippodrome Theatre	Tickets
Mon 30 Mar 2026 - Sat 4 Apr 2026	Norwich	Theatre Royal	Tickets
Mon 6 Apr 2026 - Sat 11 Apr 2026	Newcastle	Theatre Royal	Tickets
Tue 14 Apr 2026 - Sat 18 Apr 2026	Edinburgh	Edinburgh Playhouse	Tickets
Mon 20 Apr 2026 - Sat 25 Apr 2026	Cardiff	Wales Millennium Centre	Tickets
Tue 28 Apr 2026 - Sat 2 May 2026	Nottingham	Royal Concert Hall	Tickets
Mon 4 May 2026 - Sat 9 May 2026	Aylesbury	Waterside Theatre	Tickets
Mon 11 May 2026 - Sat 16 May 2026	Woking	New Victoria Theatre	Tickets
Mon 25 May 2026 - Sat 30 May 2026	Canterbury	The Marlowe Theatre	Tickets
Mon 1 Jun 2026 - Sat 6 Jun 2026	Belfast	Grand Opera House	Tickets
Mon 8 Jun 2026 - Sat 13 Jun 2026	Dublin	Bord Gáis Energy Theatre	Tickets
Tue 16 Jun 2026 - Sat 20 Jun 2026	Brighton	Theatre Royal Brighton	Tickets
Mon 22 Jun 2026 - Sat 27 Jun 2026	Leicester	Curve Leicester	Tickets
Mon 29 Jun 2026 - Sat 4 Jul 2026	Sheffield	Lyceum Theatre	Tickets
Mon 6 Jul 2026 - Sat 11 Jul 2026	Bradford	The Alhambra Theatre	Tickets
Mon 13 Jul 2026 - Sat 18 Jul 2026	Truro	Hall For Cornwall	Tickets

Why You Need to See It

• Priscilla Queen of the Desert turns the cult 1994 film into a full-throttle jukebox musical about three drag performers—Tick, Bernadette and Adam—who drive a battered bus across the Australian outback to do a gig in Alice Springs, confronting prejudice and discovering chosen family along the way.
• The original West End production opened at the Palace Theatre in 2009, co-produced by Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Really Useful Group, and ran until 2011 with Jason Donovan as Tick/Mitzi, Tony Sheldon as Bernadette and Oliver Thornton as Adam/Felicia, followed by major UK tours in 2013–14 and 2019–21, embedding it firmly in British musical-theatre culture.
• The current 2026 UK and international tour, directed by Olivier nominee Ian Talbot, stars Adèle Anderson (Bernadette at selected performances), Kevin Clifton as Tick/Mitzi, Nick Hayes as Adam/Felicia and Peter Duncan as Bob, promising high-profile leads with strong acting chops, dance skills and drag performance experience.
• Choreography by Olivier Award-winner Matt Cole ensures that big numbers are packed with precise, athletic dance routines—can-can kicks on top of the bus, synchronised drag-queen line-ups, and full company formations—that give the show a party atmosphere while still landing emotional beats.
• The soundtrack is a disco and pop lover’s dream, featuring anthems such as It’s Raining Men, Don’t Leave Me This Way, I Will Survive, Go West, I Love the Nightlife, Hot Stuff, Venus, Boogie Wonderland, Girls Just Wanna Have Fun, Finally, Always on My Mind, MacArthur Park, Colour My World and more, often arranged into medleys and mash-ups that keep the energy relentless.
• Iconic moments include Bernadette and the queens belting I Will Survive as a defiant act of resilience, the trio lip-syncing and dancing on and around Priscilla to Go West, and the company turning out 80s and 90s dance-floor classics in increasingly extravagant outfits that invite the audience to clap, cheer and sometimes even dance in their seats.
• The original production has collected major international recognition, including an Olivier Award for Best Costume Design and Tony Awards for Costume Design and Best Lighting Design on Broadway, underlining how central the visual spectacle is to the show’s impact.
• Story-wise, the musical explores gender identity, ageing, parenthood and queer visibility: Bernadette’s journey as an older trans woman, Tick’s secret life as a dad to young Benji and Adam’s flamboyant yet vulnerable bravado all give the glitter a surprisingly moving emotional undercurrent.
• Costumes are a headline attraction: original designers Tim Chappel and Lizzy Gardiner created more than 500 outrageous looks, and the new touring version by BAFTA-winner Vicky Gill continues that tradition with towering feathered headdresses, giant flip-flop dresses, cupcake tutus, paintbrush wigs and other eye-popping creations.
• Each musical number has its own visual concept—paint cans for Colour My World, outback-inspired ensembles, sequinned showgirl costumes for the Divas, and a wide range of drag looks that riff on camp, glamour and Australian kitsch—making the show feel like a runway of queer fashion history on wheels.
• The bus Priscilla herself is a star: Brian Thomson’s original design, updated for the tour, uses LED screens, moving parts and ladders so the cast can climb, dance and appear unexpectedly, turning a simple vehicle into a mobile nightclub, billboard and performance platform.
• Lighting and effects include strobes, mirror-ball sequences, haze, confetti cannons and bold colour palettes that echo 80s and 90s club aesthetics, helping each town on the queens’ route feel distinct—from hostile, neon-lit pubs to welcoming, glitter-splashed stages.
• The show does not shy away from homophobia, transphobia and violence, but it balances those with humour and community; scenes of abuse or rejection are followed by numbers that reclaim power through performance, making the overall tone hopeful and celebratory.
• Age guidance for current UK tour venues typically recommends Priscilla for ages 14+ (some theatres list 12+) due to strong language, drag content, innuendo, references to sex and drugs, and occasional onstage violence; under‑16s must be accompanied by an adult, and under‑2s or under‑3s are not admitted.
• To enhance the experience, revisiting songs like It’s Raining Men, I Will Survive, Go West, Hot Stuff and Finally before you go will let you fully enjoy how the musical recontextualises these disco and dance hits as personal declarations, group bonding moments and moments of joyous catharsis on Priscilla’s glittering journey across the outback.

Priscilla Queen of the Desert cast on Tour

Discover the fabulous main cast bringing Priscilla Queen of the Desert to life on its dazzling UK tour, featuring the three queens at the heart of the story and their outback ally.

• Adèle Anderson as Bernadette
• Kevin Clifton as Tick/Mitzi
• Nick Hayes as Felicia/Adam
• Peter Duncan as Bob/Preacher

More West End Musicals

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Priscilla Queen of the Desert The Musical about?

Priscilla Queen of the Desert The Musical is based on the Oscar‑winning 1994 film and follows three friends and drag performers, Tick, Bernadette, and Adam, who travel across the Australian Outback in a battered bus called Priscilla to put on the show of a lifetime. Along the way they face prejudice, find acceptance, and celebrate friendship, identity, and being unapologetically themselves, all set to a huge disco and pop soundtrack.

Is there a new Priscilla Queen of the Desert UK and Ireland tour?

Yes, Priscilla Queen of the Desert is returning in 2026 with a big 30th anniversary UK and Ireland tour, opening at the Palace Theatre, Manchester from 19–28 February 2026. The tour then visits venues including Glasgow King’s Theatre, Liverpool Empire, Southampton Mayflower, Birmingham Hippodrome, Norwich Theatre Royal, Nottingham Royal Concert Hall, Woking, Canterbury, Cardiff, Brighton, Leicester Curve, Sheffield Lyceum, and more.

How long is Priscilla Queen of the Desert?

Most venues list the running time as approximately 2 hours 30 minutes including an interval, which matches recent and upcoming UK tour information. This means an evening performance starting around 7:30 pm will usually finish a little after 10:00 pm, while matinees at around 2:30 pm end shortly after 5:00 pm.

What is the age recommendation for Priscilla Queen of the Desert?

Priscilla Queen of the Desert is generally recommended for ages 14 and over due to strong language, adult themes, sexual references, and homophobic abuse depicted in the story. Under‑2s are not admitted, and some venues specify 14+ guidance or “PG” for slightly younger teens at parental discretion, so families should always check local age advice when booking.

Is Priscilla Queen of the Desert suitable for families and teens?

The show can be a great choice for older teens and adults who enjoy bold humour, drag performances, and big 80s and 90s dance anthems, but it is not a children’s musical. Because it includes strong language, prejudice, and adult content, it is best suited to mature teens who can handle these themes and appreciate its message of acceptance and equality.

Which songs are featured in Priscilla Queen of the Desert?

The musical uses a jukebox score packed with disco and pop hits such as It’s Raining Men, I Will Survive, Hot Stuff, Go West, Boogie Wonderland, Girls Just Wanna Have Fun, I Love the Nightlife, and many more. These songs are staged with big dance routines, spectacular costumes, and comic twists that support the story and keep the show feeling like a non‑stop party.

Who stars in the 2026 Priscilla UK tour?

The 30th anniversary UK and Ireland tour stars Kevin Clifton as Tick/Mitzi, Adèle Anderson as Bernadette at selected performances, and Nick Hayes as Felicia/Adam, with Peter Duncan as Bob/Preacher. They lead a large ensemble under the direction of Ian Talbot, with choreography by Matt Cole and costumes by Vicky Gill, known for Strictly Come Dancing.

Does Priscilla Queen of the Desert include special effects or content warnings?

Tour venues note that the production includes flashing lights, strobe effects, loud music, haze or smoke, and confetti cannons, creating a nightclub-like atmosphere. Content warnings also highlight strong language and adult themes, so those with light or sound sensitivities, or who prefer milder shows, should review venue guidance before booking.

How can I find cheap Priscilla Queen of the Desert tickets?

To find cheaper tickets, look at midweek performances, especially early in each venue’s run, and consider side or upper-level seats that still offer a good view of the stage. Comparing official theatre or tour-site prices with offers, deal nights, and discounted allocations highlighted on the MusicalsAndTickets website is a smart way to spot good-value seats that fit your budget.

Where is the best place to buy Priscilla Queen of the Desert tickets and check showtimes?

The safest options are the official Priscilla UK tour website, each theatre’s box office, and authorised ticket agents that show real-time seat maps and clear pricing. For the most accurate list of performance days and start times at any city on the tour, it is recommended to visit the Priscilla Queen of the Desert event page on the MusicalsAndTickets website, where up-to-date showtimes are displayed before you choose your tickets.