Kinky Boots

About Kinky Boots

Kinky Boots at the London Coliseum is a new production of the Olivier Award-winning musical, running in London from March 2026 for a 17-week season. It stars Strictly Come Dancing’s Johannes Radebe.

Based on a true story and the much-loved film, the show follows Charlie Price after he inherits his family’s failing shoe factory. When he meets Lola, a drag queen with an unexpected solution, the story turns towards friendship, individuality and finding a way to save the business.

With music and lyrics by Cyndi Lauper, a book by Harvey Fierstein and direction by Nikolai Foster, Kinky Boots brings this story to the London Coliseum in a new staging.

Key facts: Runs for 17 weeks from March 2026. Winner of the Olivier Award for Best New Musical. Music and lyrics by Cyndi Lauper; book by Harvey Fierstein.

Before you book

No children under 5 will be admitted to the auditorium.

Relaxed performances and family friendly performances are only sold through the box office. No refunds or exchanges are available after purchase.

Venue

London Coliseum
St Martin’s Lane, London, WC2N 4ES

For access information at the London Coliseum, contact the box office on 020 7845 9300 or access@londoncoliseum.org.

Current cast

Strictly Come Dancing’s Johannes Radebe stars in the production. Due to an unforeseen family matter, Johannes can no longer perform on 26 June 2026. The role of Lola will be played by Tosh Wanogho-Maud on Thursday 26 March matinee, Friday 26 June, and all Monday performances from 6 April to 6 July.