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Back To The Future The Musical

Bristol Hippodrome8 October 2026 to 21 August 2027 (selected dates)

About the show

Back to the Future The Musical, first UK tour, Olivier Award winner, Axel Duffy as Marty McFly. Book tickets at venues nationwide.

Back To The Future The Musical tickets and regional UK dates

Back to the Future The Musical is on its first ever UK tour, adapted from the 1985 film by its original creators Bob Gale and Robert Zemeckis. The production has won Best New Musical at the Olivier Awards, WhatsOnStage Awards and Broadway World Awards, and visits several UK venues with Axel Duffy as Marty McFly.

The story and its stage adaptation

The musical follows teenager Marty McFly after he is accidentally transported back to 1955 in Doc Brown's time machine, disrupting the course of events and putting his own existence at risk. He must work urgently to repair the damage to the timeline before his only route home becomes impossible. The book is by Bob Gale, who co-wrote the original screenplay alongside Robert Zemeckis.

The score combines newly composed original songs by Alan Silvestri and Glen Ballard with recognisable tracks from the film, among them The Power of Love, Johnny B. Goode, Earth Angel and Back in Time. Silvestri is also known for his work on Avengers: Endgame, while Ballard co-wrote Michael Jackson's Man in the Mirror. The show is directed by Tony Award-winner John Rando.

Cast and venue particulars

Axel Duffy plays Marty McFly across the tour. At Bristol Hippodrome and Edinburgh Playhouse, he is joined by Roger Bart as Doc Brown, Bart originated the role in Manchester, the West End, on Broadway and in Sydney. At Milton Keynes Theatre, Brian Conley takes on Doc Brown, though he does not appear at every performance there. Check the venue listing for his scheduled appearances. Doc Brown casting at Liverpool Empire, Sunderland Empire and Manchester Opera House is not specified in the checked listings.

Audience and access information

The show is recommended for ages 6 and above. Under-16s must sit alongside an adult aged 18 or over, and under-3s will not be admitted. The production uses strobe lighting, loud sounds, haze and pyrotechnics. Running time is 2 hours 40 minutes.

At Bristol Hippodrome, audio description is provided by Minds Eye, BSL interpretation by Sarah Ankers for Complete Communication, and captioning by Stevie Burrows. Access provision at other venues is not detailed in the checked listings; contact your chosen venue directly for that information.

Dates, venues and booking links

These are the dates listed by ATG as checked on 21 September 2026. A date range may contain selected performances, rather than a show every day. Open your chosen venue link for exact times, seats and current prices.

VenueTown or cityDatesBooking statusTickets
Bristol HippodromeBristolThu 8 Oct 2026 - Sat 21 Nov 2026On saleBook tickets
Edinburgh PlayhouseEdinburghWed 2 Dec 2026 - Sat 2 Jan 2027On saleBook tickets
Liverpool EmpireLiverpoolTue 12 Jan 2027 - Sat 6 Feb 2027On saleBook tickets
Milton Keynes TheatreMilton KeynesTue 9 Feb 2027 - Sat 27 Feb 2027On saleBook tickets
Sunderland EmpireSunderlandTue 13 Apr 2027 - Sat 8 May 2027On saleBook tickets
Opera House ManchesterManchesterTue 13 Jul 2027 - Sat 21 Aug 2027On saleBook tickets

Choosing your tickets

Start with the venue and date that suit your trip, then compare the seats offered by ATG. Check the final total, any restricted-view information and the ticket conditions before paying. Availability and prices can change; the listed run dates do not guarantee seats for every performance.

Plan your theatre visit

Our venue guides cover getting there, seating and access information: Bristol Hippodrome, Edinburgh Playhouse, Liverpool Empire Theatre, Milton Keynes Theatre, Sunderland Empire, Manchester Opera House. If you need accessible seating or an assisted performance, check the arrangements for that venue and date with ATG before booking.

Tickets are sold by ATG Tickets, which handles checkout and booking support. British Theatre may earn a commission from the affiliate links on this page.

Frequently asked questions

Who plays Doc Brown on this UK tour?

The casting varies by venue. Roger Bart, who originated the role, plays Doc Brown at Bristol Hippodrome and Edinburgh Playhouse. Brian Conley plays the role at Milton Keynes Theatre, though not at every performance. Check the venue listing for his scheduled appearances. Doc Brown casting at Liverpool Empire, Sunderland Empire and Manchester Opera House is not confirmed in the checked listings.

Is the show suitable for young children?

The production is recommended for ages 6 and above. Under-16s must sit alongside an adult aged 18 or over, and under-3s cannot be admitted. The show includes strobe lights, pyrotechnics, haze and loud sounds, which are worth considering before booking.

What access services are available?

At Bristol Hippodrome, audio description, BSL interpretation and captioning are provided. Access provision at the other tour venues is not detailed in the checked listings; contact your specific venue directly for that information.

How long does the show run?

The running time is 2 hours 40 minutes. The sources do not specify how this is divided between acts.

Where can I book Back To The Future The Musical tickets?

Choose a venue from the dates table and follow its ATG Tickets link. You can then check performance times, available seats and the total price before paying.

Which regional venues are listed for Back To The Future The Musical?

Bristol Hippodrome: Thu 8 Oct 2026 - Sat 21 Nov 2026; Edinburgh Playhouse: Wed 2 Dec 2026 - Sat 2 Jan 2027; Liverpool Empire Theatre: Tue 12 Jan 2027 - Sat 6 Feb 2027; Milton Keynes Theatre: Tue 9 Feb 2027 - Sat 27 Feb 2027; Sunderland Empire: Tue 13 Apr 2027 - Sat 8 May 2027; Manchester Opera House: Tue 13 Jul 2027 - Sat 21 Aug 2027.

Who handles my booking?

ATG Tickets sells the tickets and handles checkout, ticket delivery and booking support. British Theatre may earn a commission from these links.

Venue

Bristol Hippodrome

St Augustine’s Parade, Bristol BS1 4UZ

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Train

Bristol Temple Meads is the nearest main line station, roughly 5 minutes away by taxi. Bristol Parkway is about 5 miles from the city centre, with taxi and bus services available from there.

Bus

First Bus runs many services that stop near the Hippodrome in the city centre. The First Bus app is useful for planning a journey, checking live times and buying tickets.

Parking

The nearest car parks are Trenchard Street, College Street and Frog Lane, and Bristol City Council lists further options online. Clean Air Zone charges may apply. Trenchard Street is not suitable for wheelchair users. Blue Badge holders can park on the double yellow lines on Denmark Street and Gaunts Lane, following the relevant Blue Badge guidance and avoiding dropped kerbs. Please park considerately around Denmark Street, and note that Denmark Street parking may be restricted on the final performance of a run because of lorries arriving for the get out.

Bristol Hippodrome seating levels: stage, then Stalls, Grand Circle, Upper Circle

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