Musical comedy sensation Mean Girls will bring iconic characters, razor sharp wit and killer songs to Aberdeen’s His Majesty’s Theatre for a week-long stint in 2026.
The hit musical joins a string of feel-good shows announced by Aberdeen Performing Arts today, with Olivier award-winning Top Hat set to transport audiences back to the golden age of Hollywood from Tuesday, March 10 to Saturday, March 14, while there will be rock anthems at the ready with the Lyric’s take on legendary musical We Will Rock You from Wednesday, June 3 to Saturday, June 6. AOC’s production of the Great British Bake Off Musical from Wednesday, May 20 to Saturday, May 23 will add the cherry on top of an already packed line-up of great shows heading for Aberdeen.
There will also be plenty of opportunity to get in on the action this November with a trio of hugely popular Sing-along-a film screenings also announced for His Majesty’s Theatre.
Dirty Dancing will kick things off on Thursday, November 20, while The Greatest Showman will entertain on Friday, November 21 and audiences will be treated to Disney’s Encanto on Saturday, November 22.
Aberdeen Performing Arts Director of Programming and Creative Projects, Ben Torrie, said: “Every one of these newly announced shows is guaranteed to bring bags of energy and fun to His Majesty’s Theatre, with our best local talent alongside the most seasoned West End performers in what is shaping up to be a fantastic season.”
Winner of the coveted ‘Best New Musical’ award at the 2025 WhatsOnStage Awards, smash-hit musical comedy Mean Girls comes to His Majesty’s from Tuesday, May 12 to Saturday, May 16.
Meet The Plastics – Regina, Gretchen and Karen. They rule North Shore High and will burn anyone who gets in their way. Home-schooled Cady Heron may think she knows a thing or two about survival of the fittest thanks to her zoologist parents, but high school is a whole new level of savage. When Cady devises a plan to end Regina’s reign, she learns the hard way that you can’t cross a queen bee without getting stung.
It’s been 10 years since Top Hat The Musical last toured the UK — and now, this Olivier Award-winning production is finally back.
Step into a world of elegance, romance, and dazzling dance as the golden age of Hollywood is brought to life on stage. Based on the classic 1935 film starring Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers, Top Hat features some of Irving Berlin’s greatest songs, including Cheek to Cheek, Let’s Face the Music and Dance, Top Hat, White Tie and Tails, and Puttin’ on the Ritz.
The story follows Broadway star Jerry Travers as he arrives in London and falls head over heels for model Dale Tremont. But a case of mistaken identity, a fiery Italian admirer, and an unexpected trip to Venice make the path to true love anything but smooth.
From the company that brought you Sunshine on Leith, Kinky Boots and most recently the Witches of Eastwick, the Lyric presents the smash hit musical by Ben Elton, We Will Rock You. Set in a dystopian future where live music is banned, We Will Rock You follows a group of rebellious youths fighting to restore rock ‘n’ roll and individuality. Led by the spirited Galileo and Scaramouche, they challenge the oppressive regime controlled by the evil Killer Queen. Packed with hits from Queen’s legendary catalogue, this electrifying musical celebrates the power of music and its ability to unite, inspire, and on this occasion, ignite rebellion!
AOC Productions presents a delicious slice of musical theatre with The Great British Bake Off Musical.
Get ready to rise to the occasion! The Great British Bake Off Musical is here. Straight from the tent to the stage, this brand-new musical comedy is packed with heart, humour, and heavenly harmonies.
Join a fresh batch of amateur bakers as they whisk, knead, and bake their way through the challenges of the iconic tent. From pastry puddles to towering triumphs, witness the drama unfold with side-splitting songs and show-stopping dance numbers. You'll laugh, you'll cry, and you'll leave craving cake!
Filled with feel-good moments and scrumptious storytelling, The Great British Bake Off Musical is the perfect recipe for a delightful whole family night out.
Get ready for the time of your life with Sing-a-Long-a Dirty Dancing, the brand new singalonga screening of the classic film starring Patrick Swayze and Jennifer Grey.
It’s the Summer of 1963, it’s college boys versus dancing hunks, it’s one of the best loved movies of all time and, yes, there is a guy as great as your dad.
Join Baby and Johnny in a fun-filled screening of the1987 dance classic film where you are the stars of the show. A live host will lead a vocal warm up, show you how to use your free interactive prop bag and have you dancing! Fancy dress not obligatory but highly recommended.
Cheer on Hugh Jackman and lust after Zac Efron as you experience Sing-a-Long-a The Greatest Showman in the greatest way possible – with lyrics on the screen so you can join in as loud as you want as you watch a screening of the movie in the beautiful surroundings of His Majesty’s Theatre.
A live host will be on hand to teach the audience a unique set of dance moves while demonstrating how to use the included interactive prop bags.
Fancy dress is strongly encouraged and full audience participation essential.
Sing-a-Long-a Encanto gives audiences the chance to sing their hearts out with a live host, who will teach some dance moves and show how to use the included props bag.
Encanto is a tale of The Madrigals, an extraordinary family who live hidden in the mountains of Colombia in a charmed place called the Encanto. The magic of the Encanto has blessed every child in the family with a unique gift -- every child except Mirabel. However, she soon may be the Madrigals last hope when she discovers that the magic surrounding the Encanto is now in danger.
Fancy dress is strongly encouraged and full audience participation essential. The audience are the stars!
Tickets for all of the above shows are on sale to Friends of Aberdeen Performing Arts on Wednesday, July 9 and on general sale on Thursday, July 10, available from www.aberdeenperformingarts.com) 641122 or visit the box office at His Majesty’s Theatre or the Music Hall.