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Priscilla Queen of the Desert is coming to Newcastle Theatre Royal – sequins, sass and disco await
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Get ready to strut your stuff, because Priscilla Queen of the Desert is rolling back into Newcastle Theatre Royal on its UK and Ireland tour with an exciting new 30th anniversary production.
Hitting the road this spring, the show stops at Newcastle from Monday 6th – Saturday 11th April, promising a fabulous feast of sequins, sass, and show-stopping hits.
HIGH LIFE NORTH’S TOP TIP: Why not pay Newcastle Theatre Royal’s new dining destination, The Green Room, a visit? Perfect for pre-theatre catch-ups. Book here.
A GLITTERING ROAD TRIP LIKE NO OTHER
At the heart of it, Priscilla Queen of the Desert isn’t just a bus—it’s a glittering, turbo-charged vessel of friendship, acceptance, and unapologetic self-expression. Three friends set off on a riotous road trip across the Australian Outback in a bus that’s seen better days but still oozes personality (and probably a few disco vibes).
Along the way, they confront prejudice, celebrate diversity, and discover bonds that can’t be broken. If life gives you lemons, these three queens put on a killer show instead—a vibe we could all take note of.
SPECTACLE, SEQUINS AND DISCO HITS GALORE
Expect a kaleidoscope of jaw-dropping costumes, dazzling choreography, and an infectious soundtrack packed with 80s and 90s dancefloor classics. From Hot Stuff to It’s Raining Men, I Will Survive to Girls Just Wanna Have Fun, this musical serves up pure joy on a glitter platter.
BEHIND THE SCENES: TALENT AND DIRECTION
Directed by Olivier Award-nominated Ian Talbot OBE and featuring jaw-dropping choreography by Olivier Award-winner Matt Cole, the show balances theatrical spectacle with heartwarming storytelling. Every scene is crafted to mix laugh-out-loud humour with poignant moments, proving that Priscilla Queen of the Desert is more than a dazzling drag musical—it’s a celebration of courage, identity, and authenticity.
A DEEPER EMPOWERING MESSAGE BEHIND THE SHOW
Priscilla Queen of the Desert’s magic comes from more than sequins and high kicks. It’s about friendship, acceptance, and love, platonic or romantic, that help us navigate even the most unexpected roads.
Whether braving the Outback, navigating relationships, or finding your place in the world, Priscilla Queen of the Desert proves life is better with a little glitter, a lot of heart, and a killer soundtrack.
THE REAL STAR? THE SHOW ITSELF
While the cast dazzles (including Adèle Anderson as the warm, witty, and wonderfully human Bernadette), the true star is the show itself. It’s a larger-than-life, laugh-out-loud, toe-tapping extravaganza that reminds audiences of all ages that embracing who you are and having fun while doing it is always in style. From the first sparkly step on stage to the final curtain, this production is pure, unadulterated joy.
GET READY TO SHINE IN NEWCASTLE
Polish your dancing shoes, gather your besties, and prepare to be whisked away on a glittery, glamorous, and downright fabulous adventure.
Rachael Ellis
Head of Content
After gaining a first in her BA Media and Journalism degree at Northumbria University, Rachael worked at Newcastle’s leading regional newspaper with her stories being picked up in national and global newspapers. She spent two very successful years giving a voice to those communities across the North East who otherwise…
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