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The cast of The Ballad of Johnny and June perform on stage, with a single spotlight shining down on the lead cast in the centre.

The Ballad of Johnny and June

Step into the world of Johnny Cash and June Carter Cash in this brand-new musical packed with iconic songs, irresistible chemistry and real heart.

From the Oliver and Tony Award-winning visionary director Des McAnuff (Jersey Boys, The Who's Tommy, Ain't Too Proud), The Ballad of Johnny and June is a high-energy, life affirming celebration of love, rebellion and two people bound by music.

Told through the eyes of their son, John Carter Cash, this is the definitive story behind the legends. This powerhouse musical joins country music's most enduring icons on the road, as they battle their demons and occasionally each other. It's a foot-stomping, heart-racing ride through fame and one of the greatest love stories ever told, brough to life with "astoundingly good" performances from Christopher Ryan Grant (Million Dollar Quartet) and Christina Bianco (Joseph and the Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat, The Wizard of Oz) who lead a company of thirteen, plus full band!

With a phenomenal songbook that inspired generations of musicians including I Walk the Line, Ring of Fire, Hey Porter, Jackson, I’ve Been Everywhere, Sunday Morning Coming Down, Hurt, A Boy Named Sue and many more. Don't miss your chance to join music royalty at The Ballad of Johnny and June!

This production includes themes of drug and alcohol abuse, a rifle seen on stage but not fired, and some strong language. 

Ticket Prices

Standard £21.50 - £52.50

Max of 10 tickets can be booked online. All discounts are subject to availability and may not be applicable. See our T&Cs for further information.

Silhouettes of a man and woman looking at each other while singing into a microphone.

Venue

The Alhambra Theatre

Dates

30 Jun - 4 Jul 2026

Price

£21.50 - £52.50

Running time

2 hours 25 minutes

Age guidance

Age 12+

  • A man and woman perform on stage, looking at each other, with a bright white light shining on them.
  • The Ballad of Johnny and June - Vox Pops
  • Three men sing and play guitars together on stage, with a microphone placed in the centre.
  • A man and woman can be seen arguing in the background as a woman stands to the left of the stage singing, holding a sheet of paper.
  • A man plays guitar on the left, wearing an all black outfit as he looks at a woman on the right, singing into a microphone.
  • The cast of The Ballad of Johnny and June stand together on stage, singing as one man kneels and plays guitar on the right.
  • A man and woman stand together against a black stage, on the production of The Ballad of Johnny and June.
  • A man wearing all black plays a black guitar against a plain background on stage, with a single spotlight shining on him.

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