‘The Karate Kid’ Musical to Launch U.K. Tour Before West End, Broadway Bows

‘The Karate Kid’ Musical to Launch U.K. Tour Before West End, Broadway Bows

The beloved “Karate Kid” franchise is headed to the British stage next spring, with a major national tour set to kick off in April 2026. Producers Naoya Kinoshita, Kumiko Yoshii, John Gore and Kenny Wax have revealed that “The Karate Kid – The Musical” will make its U.K. premiere with an extensive tour prior to planned West End and Broadway productions. Written by Robert Mark Kamen, who penned the original 1984 film that starred Ralph Macchi…

The Karate Kid – The Musical to hit Sunderland Empire's stage on first major UK Tour

Producers Naoya Kinoshita, Kumiko Yoshii, John Gore and Kenny Wax are delighted to announce the UK premiere production of THE KARATE KID – THE MUSICAL will embark on a major UK Tour next spring, prior to the West End and Broadway. Written by Robert Mark Kamen, screenwriter of the original 1984 movie that launched a 40-year strong global franchise, with music and lyrics by Drew Gasparini, THE KARATE KID – THE MUSICAL will visit Sunderland Empire …

The Karate Kid – The Musical Announces UK Premiere Tour Ahead of West End and Broadway Runs - Theatre Weekly

The iconic 1980s movie The Karate Kid is set to hit the stage in a brand-new musical adaptation, launching a major UK tour from April 2026 The post The Karate Kid – The Musical Announces UK Premiere Tour Ahead of West End and Broadway Runs appeared first on Theatre Weekly.