About

Hairspray - The Musical plays at Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre from 27 July to 1 August 2027. The story follows Tracy Turnblad in Baltimore, 1962.

What to expect

Baltimore, 1962: Tracy Turnblad has big hair and a bigger dream of dancing on national TV.

  • She dreams of teen idol Link Larkin
  • Her audition makes her a local star
  • She uses her fame to fight for integration
  • Songs include You Can't Stop The Beat

Dates

Questions

When does Hairspray - The Musical start and end?

Hairspray - The Musical is on Thursday, 29 July 2027.

Where is Hairspray - The Musical?

Hairspray - The Musical takes place at Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre, 18-22 Greenside Place, Edinburgh.

How much are tickets for Hairspray - The Musical?

Tickets for Hairspray - The Musical cost £22 at the theatre's official ticket shop.

What is the story about?

The story is set in Baltimore, 1962.

Tracy Turnblad wants to dance on national TV

Her audition makes her a local star

She uses her new fame to fight for integration

She also hopes to win Link Larkin's heart

Which songs are in the show?

The show features Welcome To The 60s, You Can't Stop The Beat, The Nicest Kids in Town and many more.

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Getting there

Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre, 18-22 Greenside Place, EH1 3AA Edinburgh, Scotland, GB

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