The Karate Kid – The Musical, inspired by the iconic movie, will tour the UK

The tour will launch at the New Wimbledon Theatre on 28th April

Experience the unforgettable coming-of-age story that inspired a generation – now reimagined for the stage in an exhilarating new UK premiere.

Follow Daniel LaRusso as he moves from underdog to champion, guided by the wisdom of Mr. Miyagi, who teaches that true strength comes from balance, dignity and respect.

Featuring spectacular choreography, soaring original songs and a Tony Award-winning creative team, The Karate Kid – The Musical captures the spirit of resilience and mentorship that made the original film a classic.

Tour stops and dates:

WIMBLEDON, New Wimbledon Theatre, Tue 28 Apr - Sat 09 May 2026

MANCHESTER, Palace Theatre, Tue 12 May - Sat 23 May 2026

LEEDS, The Grand Theatre, Tue 26 May - Sat 30 May 2026

LIVERPOOL, Liverpool Empire, Tue 02 Jun - Sat 06 Jun 2026

OXFORD, New Theatre Oxford, Tue 09 Jun - Sat 13 Jun 2026

MILTON KEYNES, Milton Keynes Theatre, Tue 16 Jun - Sat 20 Jun 2026

EDINBURGH, Festival Theatre, Tue 23 Jun - Sat 27 Jun 2026

GLASGOW, Theatre Royal, Tue 30 Jun - Sat 04 Jul 2026

SHEFFIELD, Lyceum Theatre, Tue 07 Jul - Sat 11 Jul 2026

SUNDERLAND, Sunderland Empire, Tue 14 Jul - Sat 18 Jul 2026

BIRMINGHAM, The Alexandra, Tue 21 Jul - Sat 25 Jul 2026

CARDIFF, Wales Millennium Centre, Tue 28 Jul - Sat 01 Aug 2026

 

Watch the trailer here: