Kinky Boots

About Kinky Boots

Kinky Boots at the London Coliseum is a brand-new production of the multi-award-winning musical, starring Strictly Come Dancing’s Johannes Radebe. Running in London from March 2026 for a strictly limited season, it is based on an uplifting true story and the much-loved movie.

Winner of the Olivier Award for Best New Musical, Kinky Boots features music and lyrics by Cyndi Lauper, a book by Harvey Fierstein and direction by Nikolai Foster. The story follows Charlie Price, who inherits his family’s failing shoe factory and meets Lola, a drag queen with an idea that could help save the business.

A celebration of friendship and individuality, this production plays at the London Coliseum in a limited run.

Key facts: 17-week season from March 2026 at the London Coliseum; music and lyrics by Cyndi Lauper; book by Harvey Fierstein; directed by Nikolai Foster; winner of the Olivier Award for Best New Musical.

Before you book

No children under the age of 5 will be admitted to the auditorium. Relaxed performances and family friendly performances are sold only via the box office.

After purchase, no refunds or exchanges are available.

Venue

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

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

Current cast

Kinky Boots stars Strictly Come Dancing’s Johannes Radebe. Due to a family matter, he will not perform on 26 June; 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.