The hilariously twisted Beetlejuice the Musical, based on Tim Burton’s cult-classic film, will hit the Esplanade Theatre stage in January 2026, starring three-time Tony nominee Andy Karl.
Michael Keaton’s chaotic, unhinged, and completely unforgettable performance as Beetlejuice is what made Tim Burton’s 1988 gothic comedy such a timeless cult classic. With his mischievous energy, terrifying charm, and ridiculous one-liners, Beetlejuice became the ghost we couldn’t get enough of.
The film is equal parts hilarious and unsettling. It carved out its own corner in pop culture as one of the quirkiest horror comedies ever made. Now, thanks to the recent sequel Beetlejuice Beetlejuice, that same creepy charm has crawled back into the spotlight. It’s dragging a whole new generation into the strange and unusual.
But wait, the chaos doesn’t stop there. If you’re a fan of the original movie and the 2024 sequel, here’s some thrilling news: Beetlejuice The Musical is officially coming to Singapore in January 2026.
What We Know So Far About ‘Beetlejuice The Musical’ in Singapore
That’s right—the Broadway hit Beetlejuice heads to the Esplanade Theatre. It brings all its mayhem with it. The musical scored eight Tony Award nominations. It offers the same spooky-meets-silly vibe as the original film. But it amps this up with big musical numbers, jaw-dropping stage effects, and a whole lot of attitude.
Broadway favorite Andy Karl leads the cast. He has bagged three Tony Awards, including Best Actor in a Musical for Rocky (2014) and Groundhog Day (2017), and Best Featured Actor in a Musical for On the Twentieth Century (2015). And yes—he plays Beetlejuice himself.
If you don’t know the story, here’s the gist: Lydia Deetz, a teen goth who loves all things dead, discovers a recently deceased couple haunts her new house. With help from a certain striped-suit-wearing demon, she tries to chase her living parents away. Pure chaos follows. The stage adaptation keeps the 1988 film’s core. But it adds new layers of heart, humor, and high-octane musical numbers. Expect massive set pieces, spooky special effects, and songs that will stick in your head long after curtain call.
Tickets and Production Details
The show opens at the Esplanade Theatre on January 15, 2026. Tickets go on sale starting July 3, and you can get pre-sale access (so maybe set an alarm or two). They haven’t announced prices yet, but with a show this big, it will definitely be one of the hottest theater events of the year.
This Singapore run is being brought in by the Michael Cassel Group and Warner Bros. Theatre Ventures—the same production team that brought Hamilton and The Lion King to town—so yes, they know how to deliver a blockbuster.
As Andy Karl puts it: “Beetlejuice is not your typical leading man—unless your typical leading man is a hilarious, fast-talking demon with an attitude and worse fashion sense. He’s wildly inappropriate, totally unhinged, and yet, somehow… weirdly lovable?”
So… are you ready to get haunted? Are you ready to scream, “It’s showtime!” in a crowded theater with a bunch of other theater kids in fishnets and striped blazers? Because this is not your average musical. It’s loud, wild, campy, and completely alive—with just the right amount of quirk and horror.
Mark your calendars. Sharpen your eyeliner. And get your tickets fast. Because Beetlejuice The Musical is coming to Singapore!
