Billy Elliot the Musical

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"Billy Elliot the Musical" is a musical based on the 2000 film "Billy Elliot". The music is by Elton John, with book and lyrics by Lee Hall. Set in County Durham during the 1984–85 miners' strike, the musical follows Billy Elliot, a motherless boy who trades boxing gloves for ballet shoes. The story explores the challenges he faces as he struggles to pursue his passion for dance while dealing with a family in crisis and a community in turmoil.

The musical premiered in London's West End in 2005 and was a critical and commercial success. It won four Laurence Olivier Awards, including Best New Musical, and ten Tony Awards, including Best Musical, when it opened on Broadway in 2008. The show has since been produced worldwide, with productions in Australia, Canada, Japan, and many other countries. The musical features iconic songs such as "Electricity", "Shine", and "Solidarity".