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Priscilla Queen of the Desert

20 - 25 April 2026

Donald Gordon Theatre

Priscilla Queen of the Desert, based on the Oscar-winning groundbreaking film, is back with a dazzling, brand new 30th anniversary tour production.

The Broadway and West End musical comedy sensation follows three friends on a hilarious and heartwarming road trip across the Australian Outback to stage the show of a lifetime. Priscilla Queen of the Desert is a joyous celebration of unity, love, and being unapologetically yourself.

Starring Adèle Anderson (Fascinating Aïda) as Bernadette, Kevin Clifton (Strictly Come Dancing, Chicago) as Tick/Mitzi, Nick Hayes (Groundhog Day, Remembrance Monday) as Felicia/Adam, and Peter Duncan (Hairspray, Pretender) as Bob/Preacher, this production is bolder and more fabulous than ever.

Directed by Olivier Award-nominee Ian Talbot OBE, with jaw-dropping choreography by Olivier Award-winner Matt Cole, and stunning, all-new costumes by BAFTA-winner Vicky Gill (Strictly Come Dancing), this musical extravaganza is packed with an iconic soundtrack full of your favourite 80s and 90s disco and dance anthems, including; Hot Stuff, It's Raining Men, I Will Survive, Girls Just Wanna Have Fun, Finally and many more.

Be fierce, be fabulous, and get ready to SHAKE YOUR GROOVE THING once again!

This is rated out of 5 stars

'THE BEST FEEL-GOOD SHOW SINCE MAMMA MIA!’

Sunday Express

Age guidance: 14+ (no under 2s)
Under 16s must be accompanied by a paying adult age 18+

Warnings: Warnings: This production uses strobe lighting, flashing lights, smoke/haze and confetti canons. Priscilla Queen of the Desert contains strong language, violence, and homophobic and transphobic slurs.

Start time:
Mon – Sat 7.30pm
Thu + Sat 2.30pm

Running time: Approximately 2 hours and 20 minutes including 1 interval

Please note that Adèle Anderson will not be performing at the matinee performance on Thu 23 April

The producers cannot guarantee the appearance of any particular artist, which is always subject to illness and holidays

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GROUPS

Groups of 10+ from £5 off selected seats Mon – Thu
Groups payment date 8 December 2025
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UNDER 16S

£5 off selected seats Mon – Thu

16–30

£8 off, selected seats Mon – Thu

All offers are subject to selected seats, allocations and availability

Book early to ensure the best choice of seats. We regularly monitor and adjust ticket prices to optimise income and to ensure a wide range of price options where possible. Prices are subject to change. Read more

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