After worldwide success as a bestselling book and cult movie, Coraline has now been adapted into a spine-tingling new stage show, Coraline – A Musical which is set to thrill Birmingham audiences in June 2025.

This exciting new musical is based on the novel by Neil Gaiman (The Ocean at the End of the Lane, Good Omens, Doctor Who) and is adapted by award-winning playwright and screenwriter Zinnie Harris, with music and lyrics by British musician and songwriter Louis Barabbas. This family friendly musical aimed at anyone aged 9+ will premiere in Leeds before touring to Manchester, Birmingham and Edinburgh.

Coraline – A Musical will be directed by James Brining (Oliver!, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory – The Musical, The Wizard of Oz). It is a darkly imaginative, richly rendered fantasy story that will take audiences on an adventure into a mysterious world under the spell of the button-eyed, deeply sinister “Other Mother”.

First published in 2002 by British author Neil Gaiman, Coraline is celebrated for its gothic charm and the empowering journey of its young protagonist. As young Coraline moves into a new home with her family, she soon discovers that things are not what they seem. The roof leaks, the wallpaper is peeling off the walls, the new neighbours are eccentric and her parents are so busy they hardly notice her at all.

As Coraline explores her new home, she discovers a mysterious door, an entrance to a parallel “perfect” world. But not everything is as it seems – and everyone has buttons for eyes!

Neil Gaiman is a highly acclaimed British author known for his stunning multi-genre work, including fantasy, horror, science fiction, and young adult fiction. He is celebrated for his imaginative storytelling, unique characters, and ability to blend myth, legend, and modern themes.

Further cast and creatives to be announced.

Coraline - The Musical shows at Birmingham Rep from Thursday 12 – Sunday 22 June 2025. Tickets go on sale on Wednesday 29 May at birmingham-rep.co.uk