Billy Elliot announces lead casting for its return

Billy Elliot the Musical will return to the West End plus a new tour – and the four boys leading the show have been revealed.

The production has been seen by more than 10.5 million people worldwide and has won over 80 international awards, including ten Tony Awards and five Olivier Awards. Based on the film, the musical is set during the 1984–85 miners’ strike and follows Billy’s journey from boxing to ballet, changing his life and community.

Set to star will be Noah Mannion (12 years old from Stockport), Rafferty Smale (12 years old from Leigh-on-Sea), Spencer Collins (13 years old from Los Angeles) and William Gurney (12 years old from Berkshire).

It was also announced today that one of the thee original Billy Elliots, Liam Mower, will return to the show to play Older Billy.

On the creative side are writer Lee Hall (book and lyrics), director Stephen Daldry and choreographer, Peter Darling, joined by Elton John who composed the show’s score.

Listen to the four boys in action:

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The production features scenic design by Ian MacNeil, costume design is by Nicky Gillibrand, lighting design by Rick Fisher, sound design by Paul Arditti and hair, wig and make up design by Campbell Young. Musical supervision and orchestrations are by Martin Koch. The tour director is Simon Pollard and the associate choreographer is Jeroen Luiten. Adult casting is by Pippa Ailion and Natalie Gallacher and children’s casting is by Nick Hockaday for Jessica Ronane Casting.

It will now run at the Adelphi Theatre on the Strand for a limited season from 12 February to 31 July 2027.

Find out more about the initial tour stops.