JOHANNES RADEBE
PRESENTS HIS BRAND-NEW SHOW
JOHANNES RADEBE: FINALLY HOME
Playing at curve THURSDAY 27 – SATURDAY 29 May 2027
ROYO are delighted to announce that beloved dancer, STRICTLY COME DANCING host and star of the West End smash-hit musical KINKY BOOTS, Johannes Radebe will tour the UK, performing at Curve Thursday 27 – Saturday 29 May 2027.
Following three record-breaking, sold-out tours across the UK and Ireland, JOHANNES RADEBE: FINALLY HOME marks a joyful new chapter. Packed with dazzling choreography, sensational live vocals, spectacular costumes and the warmth and energy that have made him a national favourite, this unforgettable show brings together the music and moments that have shaped his journey. From ballroom classics to South African rhythms and beloved pop anthems, FINALLY HOME is a heartfelt celebration—and everyone is invited.
2026 has been a remarkable year for JoJo. He became a British citizen, made his West End debut and stepped into his dream role as host of STRICTLY COME DANCING. Yet one thing remains unchanged: Johannes was born to dance.
Johannes said: “People have been asking if I won’t be dancing anymore…darling, I’m just getting started! Bringing this tour FINALLY HOME across the UK and Ireland is my way of saying thank you to everyone who has supported my journey. So come ready for joy, fun and celebration, because we’re bringing the biggest party to your town and I cannot wait to dance with you all!”
Born and talent-nurtured in Zamdela Sasolburg, Johannes Radebe started dancing at the tender age of 7, fascinated by the discipline and the glamour of Ballroom and Latin. At the age of 21, Johannes left South Africa to work on the internationally renowned Italian cruise liner Costa and in 2018, he was invited to join the debut season of the international hit show, DANCING WITH THE STARS, in South Africa.
Johannes toured the world in international dance show BURN THE FLOOR before being head-hunted by STRICTLY COME DANCING in the UK and moved to London to dance on the flagship BBC show, from which he has become the breakout star. In 2021, he was partnered with John Whaite and together reached the final in this groundbreaking same-sex partnership. Johannes and John won ‘Media Moment of the Year’ for their stunning series at the LGBT Awards and the ‘Game Changer Award’ at the Attitude Awards. Johannes was also awarded ‘The Inspirational Public Figure Award’ at the Ethnicity Awards.
His debut solo UK Tour FREEDOM and follow-up show FREEDOM UNLEASHED sold out across the UK, including a week in London’s West End at the Peacock Theatre, whilst his 2024 UK tour, HOUSE OF JOJO, played to packed houses including 2 shows at the London Palladium.
2022 saw his film choreography debut with the feature PRETTY RED DRESS (Teng Teng Films, in collaboration with the BFI, BBC Film, and the Sundance Institute) which premiered at London Film Festival. In 2023, he also was asked to be a Co-Producer on the Olivier nominated A STRANGE LOOP at The Barbican.
His first book JOJO: FINALLY HOME was published on 7 September 2023 and became a Sunday Times best-seller. South African film company Arrested Industries run by Anthony Kimble, Argo Films and Oscar-nominated Helena Spring Films, have optioned JOJO: FINALLY HOME for a film.
Johannes made his West End and musical theatre debut playing the iconic role of Lola in KINKY BOOTS, which toured the UK and Ireland in 2025 and is in its final weeks at the London Coliseum in the West End.
JOHANNES RADEBE: FINALLY HOME will play at Curve in Leicester from Thursday 27 May – Saturday 29 May 2027. Tickets are on sale to Made at Curve Circle, Patrons and Champions on Tuesday 30 June, Curve Friends on Wednesday 1 July, Loyalty Pass, Groups and Access Register customers on Thursday 2 July and on general sale Tuesday 7 July, all at 12 noon. To find out more and book, visit www.curveonline.co.uk, call 0116 242 3595 or visit Curve’s Box Office in-person.
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About Curve
Curve is an award-winning producing theatre with a commitment to ensuring as many people as possible can access great art and culture. Each year, over two million people engage with Curve through performances in Leicester, across the UK and internationally. Under the leadership of Chief Executive Chris Stafford and Artistic Director Nikolai Foster, Curve has developed an international reputation for producing, presenting and touring a bold and diverse slate of musicals, plays, new work, and dance, which sits alongside a vibrant community and learning programme.
Recent Made at Curve productions and co-productions include: BANK OF DAVE THE MUSICAL (World Premiere), KISS OF THE SPIDER WOMAN, KINKY BOOTS (London Coliseum, UK and Europe tour); INSIDE AMERICAN PIE; LEGALLY BLONDE (UK and Ireland tour); THE SOUND OF MUSIC; ALIENS LOVE PANTA CLAUS; WHO’S AFRAID OF VIRGINIA WOOLF; LOST ATOMS (UK tour); A CHORUS LINE (Sadler’s Wells, UK and Japan tour); MURIEL’S WEDDING; SISTER ACT (Dominion Theatre, Eventim Apollo, UK, Ireland and Australian tours); MY FAIR LADY; PIRATES LOVE UNDERPANTS (UK tour); THE MOUNTAINTOP (UK tour); THE WIZARD OF OZ (London Palladium, UK and Ireland tour); MY BEAUTIFUL LAUNDRETTE (UK tour); THE LION INSIDE (UK tour); COME FROM AWAY (UK tour); GREASE (Dominion Theatre and UK tour); EVITA; THE OWL WHO CAME FOR CHRISTMAS (UK tour); AN OFFICER AND A GENTLEMAN THE MUSICAL (UK tour); 42ND STREET (Sadler’s Wells, UK tour and Toronto); WHITE CHRISTMAS (Dominion Theatre and UK tour); RIDE; BILLY ELLIOT THE MUSICAL; BEAUTIFUL – THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL (UK tour); THE COLOR PURPLE (UK tour); CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF (UK tour); METAMORPHOSIS (UK tour); SUNSET BOULEVARD (UK and Ireland tour); THE JUNGLE BOOK (UK and International tour); THE MUSIC OF ANDREW LLOYD WEBBER; GIRAFFES CAN’T DANCE; WEST SIDE STORY; ON YOUR FEET! (London Coliseum and UK tour) and THE SECRET DIARY OF ADRIAN MOLE AGED 13¾ – THE MUSICAL (The Ambassadors Theatre). Streamed productions include THE COLOR PURPLE and SUNSET BOULEVARD.
Curve is supported using public funding by principal funder Arts Council England.
ROYO – Producer
ROYO is one of the UK’s leading producers of theatre and live entertainment, creating and presenting work for audiences around the world. It is one of the largest commissioners of new musicals in the UK and an industry leader in developing, creating and exporting commercial work.
As lead producer, ROYO’s productions include original musicals such as 13 Going on 30 – The Musical (winner of Best Regional Production at the 2026 WhatsOnStage Awards), HERE & NOW – The Steps Musical, Fisherman’s Friends – The Musical, NOW That’s What I Call A Musical, Bank Of Dave: The Musical, The Osmonds: A New Musical and Police Cops: The Musical, as well as newly imagined stagings of Legally Blonde, The Cher Show and Kinky Boots starring Johannes Radebe, now playing at the London Coliseum following a sold-out UK and European tour.
In 2027, ROYO will present SAVAGE, inspired by the life of Paul O’Grady and created with his blessing. Written by Jonathan Harvey, directed by Nikolai Foster and starring Danny Beard, the production will make its world premiere at Leicester Curve ahead of a West End run.
ROYO also introduced cult phenomenon OSCAR At The Crown to the UK, creating and operating a brand-new purpose-built immersive theatre on Tottenham Court Road.
ROYO’s live entertainment and family productions include Disney’s Winnie The Pooh and the beloved children’s classic The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show, alongside tours of Johannes Radebe’s – Freedom, Freedom Unleashed and House Of Jojo, Oti Mabuse’s – I Am Here and Nikita Kuzmin’s – Midnight Dancer.
ROYO is part of ROYO Group – led by founders Tom de Keyser and Hamish Greer – a global collective of live entertainment companies producing, presenting, and promoting theatre and live experiences worldwide. Other companies in the group include RTS Entertainment, an international promoter and producer of productions in Asia, and Studio Twenty, one of the West End’s leading video marketing companies.
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