Liverpool Empire update as major musical postpones shows

What's OnTheatreEmpire TheatreA number of opening shows have been postponed until 202716:39, 23 Jul 2026Burlesque the Musical has postponed its opening performances, which were originally scheduled to begin this weekend. The production is set to tour the UK through May 2027, including a run at Liverpool's Empire Theatre from November 24 to December 5.‌The musical is a stage version of the 2010 movie featuring Christina Aguilera, Cher and Stanley Tucci saving a burlesque club from closure. The show was set to open in London's Woking Theatre on Saturday, July 25, but tickets were pulled from online ticket retailer ATGTickets earlier today.‌Afterward, the musical took to social media to share an update on the tour. Burlesque said the situation was "out of our hands" and that the opening West