Blood Brothers Musical Tour Extends Through 2026 with Fresh Casting Announcements
The Enduring Appeal of Blood Brothers
The beloved British musical Blood Brothers continues to prove its timeless appeal, with Richard Munday rejoining as the Narrator after playing the role in the 2022-2023 tour, sharing the part with Kristofer Harding. This announcement comes as part of the Spring 2026 casting reveal, demonstrating the show’s remarkable longevity in British theatre.
Blood Brothers started its life as a play performed at a Liverpool school in 1981, before opening at the Liverpool Playhouse in 1983. The musical has since played around the world, including winning four awards for Best Musical in London and seven Tony Award nominations on Broadway. The show played for more than 10,000 performances in the West End.
Current Tour Schedule and Cast
The tour starts up again this summer at Milton Keynes Theatre on 27 August 2025, and then plays Buxton, Nottingham, Barnstaple, Stoke-on-Trent, Mold, Poole, Cheltenham, Swindon, Belfast, Doncaster, and Salford. Returning to the role of Mrs Johnstone is Blood Brothers leading lady Vivienne Carlyle. Continuing as the twin brothers, Mickey and Eddie, are Sean Jones and Joe Sleight, with Gemma Brodrick reprising her role as Linda.
Some dates for the spring 2026 UK & Ireland tour are already on sale, with venues including Bromley, Crewe, Coventry, Brighton, Derry, Sunderland, and London Richmond from 12 to 16 May 2026.
Why Blood Brothers Remains Relevant
Blood Brothers tells the captivating and moving tale of twins separated at birth, who grow up on the opposite sides of the tracks, only to meet again with tragic consequences. The show’s exploration of class division, fate, and family continues to resonate with contemporary audiences across generations.
For theatre enthusiasts seeking emotionally powerful storytelling, Blood Brothers remains essential viewing. Its continued success reflects both the quality of Willy Russell’s writing and the production’s ability to connect with audiences through universal themes of inequality and destiny.