​Presented by Bob & Bobbie Kittredge

Billy Elliot
The Musical

Music by ELTON JOHN
Book and Lyrics by LEE HALL
May 1 - 16, 2026

​​Week 1: Friday and Saturday at 7:30 p.m., Sunday at 2:00 p.m.
Week 2: Thursday and Friday at 7:30 p.m., Saturday at 2:00 and 7:30 p.m., Sunday at 2:00 p.m.
Week 3: Thursday and Friday at 7:30 p.m., Saturday at 2:00 and 7:30 p.m.
Run Time: 2 hours and 30 minutes, plus a 15 minute intermission

Content Advisory: Due to mature themes, intense subject matter, and explicit language it is recommended for ages 13 and up.
Based on the movie of the same name, Billy Elliot follows a young boy struggling to find himself in a tight-knit community reckoning with the loss of their identity. While the miners of County Durham fight to have their voices heard, Billy discovers a passion for ballet, but must pursue dance in secret due to his father's disapproval. Winner of 10 Tony Awards (including Best Musical), this unforgettable story celebrates resilience, sacrifice, and the transformative power of art.
BILLY ELLIOT THE MUSICAL is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. mtishows.com

What is the show about?

Act One
Set in County Durham during the 1984–85 coal miners’ strike, Billy Elliot follows eleven-year-old Billy, a motherless boy growing up amid economic hardship and social unrest. While attending boxing lessons at the local gym, Billy accidentally wanders into a ballet class taught by the tough but encouraging Mrs. Wilkinson. Drawn to the grace and freedom of dance, Billy begins taking lessons in secret, sharing the joy only with his grandmother, who reveals her own lost love of dancing. Outside the studio, the strike intensifies as Billy’s father and brother clash with riot police, underscoring the contrast between the violence of the world around him and the peace he finds in ballet.

As Billy’s talent grows, Mrs. Wilkinson urges him to audition for the Royal Ballet School in London and offers free private lessons. Billy wrestles with uncertainty, friendship, and the rigid expectations of his working-class community. When his father discovers the lessons, he forbids Billy from dancing, and the secret plan for the audition collapses in a public confrontation fueled by anger and pride. Overwhelmed by his father’s rejection and the chaos of the strike, Billy explodes in rage and turns his back on ballet entirely.

Act Two
Six months later, the miners’ strike drags on, morale is low, and Billy remains disconnected from dance. At a community Christmas show, tensions simmer beneath humor and tradition, and Billy’s father is overcome by memories of his late wife. Left alone, Billy finally allows himself to dance again, unknowingly watched by his father. Witnessing his son’s raw passion changes everything, and Mr. Elliot seeks out Mrs. Wilkinson, forcing him to confront his own beliefs about class, masculinity, and his son’s future.

Determined to help Billy, Mr. Elliot sacrifices his pride, and the mining community rallies to raise money for the audition. In London, Billy faces the intimidating world of the Royal Ballet School and struggles with self-doubt, but ultimately finds the words to express what dance means to him. Back home, as the strike is lost and life moves forward, Billy receives his acceptance and prepares to leave. Surrounded by farewells, memories, and hope, Billy steps into a future shaped by courage, sacrifice, and the power of following his passion.
Content Advisory
Narrative Complexity:  Ages 13+
This story explores identity, grief, family expectations, and social conflict, set against the backdrop of the 1984–85 miners’ strike in England. Some themes may be more fully appreciated by older children and adults. 

★★★ = There's a lot of this.
★★☆ = There's some of this.
★☆☆= There's a bit of this.
​☆☆☆ = Don't expect this.
Positive MessageS: ​★★★
At its heart, Billy Elliot is an uplifting story about self-discovery, perseverance, and the importance of supporting others in pursuing their passions.
ADULT LANGUAGE: ​★★★
Contains frequent strong language, including explicit profanity consistent with the setting and characters.
Diverse Representation: ​★☆☆
The show reflects a specific time and place in working-class Northern England. While it touches on themes of gender expression and acceptance, representation is limited in scope.
Romance: ★☆☆
Includes mild romantic themes and brief references to adult relationships. Nothing explicit, but some moments may prompt questions from younger viewers.
Violence and Scariness: ​★★☆
Depictions of labor strikes include tense confrontations between miners and police, with moments of physical conflict and emotional intensity.
Drinking, Drugs, Smoking: ​★☆☆
Some onstage depictions of alcohol use and smoking reflective of the time period.

Meet the Creative Team

Andrea St. Clair
Director
Staci Arriaga
Choreographer
Laura Needle
Music Director

Meet the Cast

​Billy - Keenan Moran
Mrs. Wilkinson - Danika Sudik
Dad - Matt Zavod
Grandma - Karen Fox
Tony - Timothy Austin
George - Jeff Grant
Michael - Patrick Cobb
Debbie - Zophia Zolynsky
Big Davey - Luke Crabbe
Small Boy - Abby Nichols
Lesley - Emily Crabbe
Mum - Elizabeth Grant
Mr. Braithewaite - Andrew Murbach
Scab - Tomas Eredia
Older Billy/Dancer - Andrew Greene
Tall Boy/Posh Boy - Bohdan Burmester
Clipboard Woman - Cait Pedersen
Miner Soloist/Head of Panel - Scott Schwerdtfeger
Pit Supervisor - Scott Needle
“Expressing Yourself” Dancers - Elizabeth Grant, Andrew Greene, Zophia Zolynsky

BALLET CLASS
Alison Summers - Cait Pedersen 
Angela Robson - Lila Reinhart
Keeley Gibson - Lola Bonneau
Susan Parks - Abby Nichols
Tracey Atkinson - Madison Rogers 

ENSEMBLE
Bohdan Burmester, Emily Crabbe, Luke Crabbe, Tomas Eredia, Elizabeth Grant, Jeff Grant,
​Andrew Greene, Andrew Murbach, Scott Needle, Scott Schwerdtfeger

UNDERSTUDIES
Billy: Patrick Cobb; Debbie: Lola Bonneau
Understudies never substitute for listed players unless announced at the time of the performance.
​Celebrating Our Past, Dreaming Our Future.