New York City. 1975. On an empty Broadway stage, seventeen performers are put through their paces in the final, gruelling audition for a new Broadway musical. Only eight will make the cut.
A Chorus Line is a musical masterpiece that revolutionised Broadway, with creator Michael Bennett using real-life testimonies from late-night recording sessions with dancers. Celebrate the lives of theatre’s unsung heroes, as they tell searing stories of ambition, shattered hopes, and what it really costs to follow your dreams.
Originally produced at Curve and Directed by Nikolai Foster, with a book by James Kirkwood and Nicholas Dante, music by Marvin Hamlisch and lyrics by Edward Kleban, A Chorus Line features iconic songs including One, I Hope I Get It, Nothing and the hit ballad What I Did For Love.
The legendary Adam Cooper (Singin’ in the Rain, Matthew Bourne’s Swan Lake) and Carly Mercedes Dyer (The Drifters Girl Tour, Anything Goes, Barbican Theatre, Dreamgirls, Savoy Theatre) are reprising their roles as Zach and Cassie which they played to great critical acclaim at Curve in 2021.
Join us this September for sensational choreography, heart-wrenching personal stories and musical theatre’s most unforgettable finale.
Conceived & Originally Directed & Choreographed by Michael Bennett
Book by James Kirkwood & Nicholas Dante
Music by Marvin Hamlisch
Lyrics by Edward Kleban
Co-choreographed by Bob Avian
Director Nikolai Foster
Choreographer Ellen Kane
Set Designer Grace Smart
Musical Supervisor David Shrubsole
Costume Designer Edd Lindley
Lighting Designer Howard Hudson
Sound Designer Tom Marshall
Original Broadway Production produced by the New York Shakespeare Festival. Joseph Papp, Producer, in association with Plum Productions, Inc A CHORUS LINE is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals Ltd. on behalf of Tams-Witmark LLC.
Price
Prices and discounts subject to changeRunning Time
Approximately 1 hour and 55 minutes with no interval
Age guidance
12+
This production contains themes of bereavement, physical violence, mental ill health, discrimination, strong language and discussion of sexual abuse. It therefore may not be suitable for younger children.
It also includes the use of haze, loud music, strobe lighting, pyrotechnics and theatrical smoke.
Performances
CONCESSIONS
We offer a range of discounts and concessions to enable everyone to enjoy an affordable visit to Birmingham Hippodrome.
FRIENDS
£10 off opening night, price bands A-B
Thereafter £5 off price band A, £6 off price bands B-C on Tue – Thu performances.
Limited availability
CONCESSIONS FOR 65+, UNDER 16s, FULL-TIME STUDENTS & CLAIMANTS
£3 off price band B, £4 off price band C on Tue – Thu performances (limited availability).
GROUPS
Price band B – C on Tue – Thu performances
8+ tickets – Save £6 per ticket
16+ tickets – Save £7 per ticket
24+ tickets – Save £8 per ticket plus 1 FREE ticket
Call our dedicated Group Sales Team on 0844 338 7000 or email groupsales@birminghamhippodrome.com for more information and to book now!
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CONCESSIONS FOR PATRONS WITH DISABILITIES
£5 off tickets to all performances
2 for 1 tickets where carer or companion required to all performances
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EDUCATION ESTABLISHMENTS (UNDER 18s)
Tue -Thu
Parties of 10 or more pay £21 per ticket plus 1 FREE ticket for teacher/supervising adult for every 10 booked (2 free tickets for SEN bookings), price bands B-D.
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STUDENT AND PASSPORT TO LEISURE
24 hours prior to a performance, best available seats for the lowest price, maximum 2 per booker, subject to availability
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TERMS AND CONDITIONS
Discounts and Concessions are offered subject to availability at the discretion of the Information and Sales Manager. Top three price bands only, unless otherwise stated. Restrictions may apply. Only one discount per ticket may apply, unless otherwise stated. Offers are non retrospective and cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer. Valid ID must be presented where applicable. Additional discounts may be offered from time to time.
We strive to provide access for all
For dates of audio-described, captioned or British Sign Language (BSL) interpreted performances, please see below. These vary from show to show.
If you would like to book for any accessible performance, please make sure you are signed up to our access registration scheme here. Once registered, you will be able to book seats online, see only relevant seats and information based on your needs – plus choose any relevant discounts. If you would prefer not to book online, you can speak to our friendly access advisors on 0121 689 1060.
- BSL Interpreted: Wed 11 Sep, 7.30pm
- Captioned: Thu 12 Sep, 7.30pm
- Touch Tour: Sat 14 Sep, TBC. Touch Tours give visually impaired patrons the opportunity to familiarise themselves with the set, props and costumes. Tours must be booked in advance through Ticket Sales.
- Audio Described: Sat 14 Sep, 2.30pm
Concessions for patrons with disabilities
£5 off standard price tickets in all seating areas.
2 for 1 for disabled patrons who require the service/support of a companion.
Limited availability.
Further information
Information about our access registration scheme here
About our accessible performances here
About our accessible facilities here
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