Music Theatre International - Europe

03/09/2026

We’re thrilled to announce that rights to the global hit musical MAMMA MIA! are now available to schools and university groups throughout the UK and Ireland.

This landmark release marks a major milestone for one of the world's most successful musicals, opening the door for thousands of young performers to bring Catherine Johnson's original and irresistible story of love, family and friendship to their own stages.

Find out more: www.mtishows.co.uk/mamma-mia

27/08/2026

Check out the trailer for the new UK revival of Disney's High School Musical! The show runs at the Lowry in Salford until 19th September before transferring to the Troubadour Wembley Park Theatre from 12th October.

The brand new production of High School Musical has opened in Salfo...

26/08/2026

Renowned singer-songwriter, Grammy and Emmy-Award winner, Tony and Academy Award nominee, and country music legend Dolly Parton has passed away at the age of 80.⁠
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She began her career as a songwriter, which soon evolved into a career as a country music singer, composing iconic tunes such as "Jolene," "Love Is Like a Butterfly," and "I Will Always Love You." In addition to her plethora of achievements in the music industry, Parton expanded her legacy into film, starring in the 1980 feature film 9 to 5 alongside Lily Tomlin and Jane Fonda.⁠
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Parton lent her immense talents to developing the music and lyrics for 9 to 5: The Musical, which debuted on Broadway in 2009 before arriving in the UK in 2012. A West End production opened in 2019. The show received 15 Drama Desk nominations (the most received by a production in a single year) and 4 Tony nominations, including Best Original Score for Parton.⁠
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In addition to the litany of artistic achievements earned in the span of her illustrious career, Parton was also a dedicated philanthropist who supported many charities and efforts through her non-profit organisation, The Dollywood Foundation.⁠
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Dolly Parton was a beacon of talent, charity, and love who enriched our music and our culture. She will be sorely missed.⁠

Read our tribute: https://www.mtishows.co.uk/news/remembering-dolly-parton-icon-heart

06/08/2026

Nominate your school or musical theatre organisation today!

The Music & Drama Education Awards are back, and we're looking for the outstanding individuals, schools, organisations and initiatives that are making a real difference in music and drama education.

Do you know an inspirational teacher, an exceptional school, or an innovative programme that deserves national recognition? Now is the time to shine a spotlight on their achievements.

As a proud sponsor, we're delighted to support these awards and celebrate the people who nurture musical theatre amongst the next generation.

Nominations are now open.
Entries close Friday 21 August
Submit your nomination today: https://musicdramaedawards.com/

23/07/2026

Want to work at MTI? We're looking to recruit a new Library Operations Assistant, to support our busy Music Library.
Find out more: https://www.mtishows.co.uk/news/job-vacancy-library-operations-assistant

22/07/2026

The Barn Theatre's production of David Seidler's The King Speech will tour the UK next year.

The tour will follow an initial 2026 run in Cirencester

23/06/2026

REGISTRATION FOR JUNIOR THEATRE FESTIVAL 2027 IS NOW OPEN!

Sign up today: www.jtfeurope.co.uk

Our 10th Anniversary JTF takes place on Saturday 29th and Sunday 30th May 2027 at The ICC in Birmingham. If you've licensed a Broadway Junior show after 1st January 2025 then you're eligible to take part in a day of adjudications, workshops, special performances and much, much more.

For a decade, JTF has brought young performers together to celebrate musical theatre, creativity and community. We can't wait to make this milestone year our biggest and most memorable festival yet.

18/06/2026

Are you ready to soar? How to Train Your Dragon JR. is now available for licensing! Adapted from the hit film, the story follows a young Viking named Hiccup who defies tradition and befriends one of his deadliest foes – a ferocious dragon he calls Toothless. This moving tale of friendship, adventure, and chasing a better future will bring roaring applause to your stage. License today: https://www.mtishows.co.uk/how-to-train-your-dragon-the-musical-jr

02/06/2026

Trolls know how to put on a show! Based on the colourful DreamWorks Animation movie franchise, Trolls JR. is now available for licensing. This new Broadway Junior musical features a wondrous world populated by hilariously unforgettable characters. Learn more and license: https://www.mtishows.co.uk/trolls-the-musical-jr

31/05/2026

Sunday highlights! We can't believe it's already been a week since we were in Birmingham with 2578 musical theatre fans. While we recover from the post-JTF blues, let's take a look back at the incredible highlights from Sunday.