The Ballad of Johnny & June
8 - 12 September 2026
Event details
Love is a burning thing, and no one burned brighter than Johnny Cash and June Carter.
He was a small-town musician and storyteller with a voice that stirred the soul. She was the comedienne of the first family of country music.
The Ballad of Johnny & June takes you inside the soaring highs and shattering lows of a love story that defined an era. From the stage to the road, through triumphs, heartbreak, and redemption this brand-new musical, created with the support of their family and told through the eyes of their son, John Carter Cash, shows why Johnny Cash and June Carter Cash remain one of the most influential couples of the 20th Century.
American musical theatre star Christopher Ryan Grant, who originated the role of Johnny Cash in New York and Canada premiere, now brings his acclaimed portrayal to the UK stage for the first time, joined by award-nominated actress Christina Bianco (Joseph and the Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat, The Wizard of Oz).
Packed with legendary hits from I Walk the Line, Ring of Fire, Hey Porter, Jackson, I’ve Been Everywhere and directed by two-time Tony Award winner Des McAnuff (Jersey Boys, The Who’s Tommy, and Summer: The Donna Summer Musical) don’t miss your chance to join music royalty for The Ballad of Johnny & June.
Venue
Theatre — Mayflower Theatre
Running Time
Approx. 2 hours 30 minutes including an interval
Warnings
Includes themes of drug and alcohol abuse, a rifle seen on stage but not fired, and some strong language
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Further information
Discounts
Discounts do not apply to Friday and Saturday performances and do not apply to Zone E unless otherwise stated. All discounts are subject to availability and may be removed at any time.
Executive Membership 20% off up to 2 tickets on Tue 8 September and £6 off 1 ticket at top two prices between 9-12 September
Executive Plus Membership 20% off up to 4 tickets on Tue 8 September and £6 off up to 2 tickets at top two prices between 9-12 September
Access Member £5 off (Applicable on Zone E)
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Groups 20+ £6 off per ticket and one free with every twenty paid Enquire now
Schools/Young People’s Groups 10+ All tickets £19.50 on Tue-Thu performances, plus one free supervisor with every twenty. Additional supervisors at full price. Enquire now