I’M EVERY WOMAN
THE CHAKA KHAN MUSICAL
TO PLAY COVENTRY & EASTBOURNE IN APRIL 2026
STARRING
ALEXANDRA BURKE
AS CHAKA KHAN
Producer Adrian Grant, in association with Chaka Khan, is thrilled to announce that I’M EVERY WOMAN THE MUSICAL will play Belgrade Theatre, Coventry from 1 – 4 April and Congress Theatre, Eastbourne from 7 – 11 April 2026 following a limited run at The Peacock Theatre from 5 – 28 March 2026 with an official opening night on 11 March. Multi-platinum recording artist and award-winning actress Alexandra Burke* (The X Factor, Sister Act, The Bodyguard, Curfew) will play Chaka at all venues. *
Other cast members to be announced in due course.
I’M EVERY WOMAN THE MUSICAL is the powerful and inspiring life story of the award-winning, multi-platinum selling, global icon herself. The musical will open in London for a strictly limited engagement
The new musical which reveals the woman behind the diva, and her rise to stardom has a book by Nia T. Hill, direction by Racky Plews, musical supervision by Mark Crossland, choreography by Ebony Clarke, set design by Sara Perks, sound design by Chris Whybrow , costume design by Natalie Pryce, Hair & Makeup design by JJ Wigs, casting by Debbie O’Brien, associate direction by Oliver Lidert, production management by Toby P Darvill, and general management by Emily Obasohan.
Alexandra Burke is truly one of the UK’s most distinguishable powerhouse voices, having sold over 5 million records in the UK. Her number 1 chart-toppers include million-selling Bad Boys, Start Without You and two million-selling Hallelujah. Her double-platinum selling debut album Overcome has sold over 870,000 copies. Alexandra can be seen on Paramount+ starring in the six-part crime-drama series Curfew, for which she received a National Film Award for the role of schoolteacher Helen. Alexandra received a BIFA nomination for her debut movie role as Candice May in Pretty Red Dress, currently available on BBC iPlayer.
Over the last decade Alexandra has established herself as one of the UK’s most sought-after West End leading ladies, starring in The Bodyguard, Sister Act, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, Chess, Chicago and The Addams Family (UK tour).
Alexandra first rose to fame over sixteen years ago, winning The X Factor in 2008, duetting with Beyonce to an audience of over 10 million. This iconic performance has been viewed over 40 million times on YouTube. Double platinum debut album Overcome featured three #1 singles, spent a year on the UK Album chart and earned three BRIT Award nominations.
A firm favourite across both stage and screen, Alexandra reached the final of BBC One’s Strictly Come Dancing in 2017. In 2021 she was crowned ‘Star Baker’ on The Great Celebrity Bake Off for Stand Up To Cancer and was the only remaining woman to win Channel 4’s SAS: Who Dares Wins.
The fame, the fire, the fight – this is her story. I’m Every Woman: The Musical brings to life the untold story of Chaka Khan, one of the most influential voices of our time. Unapologetically bold and deeply human, the production explores her unwavering passion for civil rights, her defiance in the face of a toxic music industry, the harrowing road through addiction, and the unrelenting pressure of being a working mother. At its core, it’s a story of resilience, purpose, and power – a celebration of the woman behind the legend.
I’M EVERY WOMAN THE MUSICAL will feature Chaka Khan’s much-loved songs released as a solo artist and lead singer of the band ‘Rufus’ such as I Feel For You, Tell Me Something Good, Ain’t Nobody, Sweet Thing, Higher Love and Through The Fire. The show, which is a journey of music, love and betrayal has a book that includes an array of Chaka’s famous friends from Joni Mitchell and Prince, to Stevie Wonder and Steve Winwood.
Chaka Khan is a global music icon whose influence spans generations of singers, songwriters, musicians, and storytellers. With a career defined by innovation and resilience, she has redefined the sound of pop, soul, jazz, and funk -helping to shape the contemporary music landscape into what it is today. Inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame’s Class of 2023, Khan is not only a trailblazer but also a symbol of strength, creativity, and longevity. She has developed a vast and loyal global fan base, having performed on six continents. With over 100 million records sold, streamed, and downloaded worldwide, her legacy includes 10 Grammy Awards and 22 nominations – three of which she earned as a member of the groundbreaking band Rufus. Beyond her extraordinary voice, Chaka Khan is also a gifted songwriter, producer, visual artist, author, actress, humanitarian, activist, mother, and grandmother.
I’M EVERY WOMAN THE MUSICAL is produced by Adrian Grant Productions in association with Chaka Khan. Co-producers are Willette Klausner Murphy for WMK Productions, Tammy Michelle, Mahben Quddus, and Dave Lumby.
*Please note, Alexandra will perform on Thursday 2, Friday 3 and Saturday 4 (evening only) April in Coventry and all shows apart from matinees in Eastbourne.
In London, Jordan Frazier will play Chaka on Thursday 12, Wednesday 18 and Wednesday 25 March.
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2026 LISTINGS INFORMATION
I’M EVERY WOMAN THE MUSICAL
Running time: 2 hours 20 minutes plus an interval
5 – 28 March 2026
Peacock Theatre
Portugal Street
London
WC2A 2HT
Box office: 020 7863 8222
Performances:
Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays & Saturdays at 7:30pm
Wednesday & Saturday matinees at 2:30pm**
**N.B there will be no matinee performance on Wednesday 11 March, and no show on Monday 23 March
1 – 4 April 2026
Belgrade Theatre, Coventry
Belgrade Square,
Corporation St,
Coventry CV1 1GS
Website: www.belgrade.co.uk
7 – 11 April 2026
Congress Theatre, Eastbourne
Carlisle Rd,
Eastbourne
BN21 4BP
Website: trafalgartickets.com/eastbourne-theatres-eastbourne/en-GB