Bill Kenwright’s legendary, award-winning production of the international smash hit musical Blood Brothers has announced its Spring 2026 tour dates, opening at Churchill Theatre, Bromley on Wednesday 14 January 2026.
Vivienne Carlyle will continue in the iconic role of Mrs Johnstone, following widespread critical acclaim and nightly standing ovations on recent tours.
Richard Munday rejoins Blood Brothers as the Narrator at selected venues, sharing the role with Kristofer Harding, who returns after playing the part in the 2025 tour.
Fresh from alternating Elphaba in Wicked and covering Norma Desmond in Sunset Boulevard, Laura Harrison returns to the company as Mrs Lyons, having previously played Donna Marie in the 2015 tour.
For performances in Derry and Dublin, Ireland’s own musical theatre legend Rebecca Storm will reprise her celebrated role as Mrs Johnstone for a limited run at the Millennium Forum and Bord Gáis Energy Theatre.
Sean Jones and Joe Sleight return as Mickey and Eddie, with Gemma Brodrick continuing as Linda. Also reprising their roles are Michael Gillett (Sammy), Tim Churchill (Mr Lyons), Francesca Benton-Stace (Donna Marie/Miss Jones), Latesha Karisa (Brenda), Danny Knott (Perkins), Dominic Gore (Neighbour), Alex Harland (Policeman/Teacher) and Graeme Kinniburgh (Postman/Bus Conductor).
Written by Willy Russell, Blood Brothers is hailed as “one of the best musicals ever” (Sunday Times). Known as the ‘Standing Ovation Musical’, it has surpassed 10,000 West End performances and earned seven Tony Award nominations on Broadway.
Listings and ticket information can be found here.
