Billy Elliot is a boy with a dream–of dance. It’s a dream that’s shared by pretty much everyone in the cast of Billy Elliot the Musical.
Billy Elliot the Musical is based on the 2000 British drama film written by Lee Hall and directed by Stephen Daldry. It’s set during the 1984-85 coal miners’ strike, and tells the story of a young boy named Billy who inspires an entire community by pursuing his passion against all odds.
The show features music by Elton John, book and lyrics by Lee Hall, choreography by Peter Darling and is directed by Stephen Daldry.
Billy Elliot the Musical was the winner of ten 2009 Tony Awards including Best Musical and has entertained audiences all over the world on tour.

The Billy Elliot the Musical tour recently stopped in San Diego, and I got a chance to chat with one of the adorable”Ballet Girls,” 12-year-oldSamantha Cutler, who has been with the show for 2 1/2 years.
Click on the video below to find out how she keeps up with her schoolwork on the road and what she enjoys most about being on tour!










