‘Beetlejuice the Musical' arrives in Singapore in January 2026 as part of its international tour
Based on Tim Burton's cult classic, the musical follows Lydia Deetz, a peculiar teenager with a morbid fascination with death – very much similar in nature to Wednesday Addams. After moving into a new home, she encounters Beetlejuice, a mischievous, unhinged, and outrageously funny demon who offers to help her, but in his own twisted way.
Taking on the titular role for the Singapore season is three-time Tony Award nominee Andy Karl. More details on the full cast will be revealed in the coming months.
Beetlejuice The Musical runs from January 15, 2026 at the Esplanade Theatre for a limited time. Fans can join the waitlist on Ticketek Singapore now – general ticket sales open on July 3, 2025.
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It's showtime! The chaotic, green-haired demon in his iconic black-and-white striped suit is heading to Singapore in January 2026, as part of the international tour of Beetlejuice The Musical.
Based on Tim Burton's cult classic, the musical follows Lydia Deetz, a peculiar teenager with a morbid fascination with death – very much similar in nature to Wednesday Addams. After moving into a new home, she encounters Beetlejuice, a mischievous, unhinged, and outrageously funny demon who offers to help her, but in his own twisted way.
Taking on the titular role for the Singapore season is three-time Tony Award nominee Andy Karl. More details on the full cast will be revealed in the coming months.
Beetlejuice The Musical runs from January 15, 2026 at the Esplanade Theatre for a limited time. Fans can join the waitlist on Ticketek Singapore now – general ticket sales open on July 3, 2025.
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