TINA - The Tina Turner Musical Comes To Bellingham, Washington at the Mount Baker Theatre
“Roof-raising! Took Broadway by storm.” - Variety
Bellingham, WA – More than just a tribute concert, TINA – The Tina Turner Musical is the Broadway sensation that tells the remarkable true story of music icon Tina Turner’s life and legacy. The smash hit has kicked off an all-new North American Tour.
The musical reveals a comeback story like no other, of a woman who dared to defy the bounds of racism, sexism and ageism to become the global Queen of Rock n’ Roll. TINA – The Tina Turner Musical is a celebration of resilience and an inspiration of triumph over adversity. Featuring some of her biggest hits, “What’s Love Got to Do with It,” “Proud Mary,” “Nutbush City Limits,” “The Best,” and “River Deep – Mountain High,” the show has captivated over 8 million theatergoers worldwide with its powerful message and electrifying energy.
One of the world’s best-selling artists of all time, Turner won 12 Grammy Awards and her live shows have been seen by millions, with more concert tickets sold than any other solo performer in music history. Tina Turner’s contribution as an iconic music artist and performer, her influence on fellow artists and her inspiration to generations who followed, is legendary. Through her life story and her music, Tina Turner inspired and taught so many people around the world to find strength from within. She was a 2021 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame nominee. She was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 1991 as a duo alongside Ike Turner but has never been inducted in recognition of her solo work.
The cast is led by Darilyn Burtley. Burtley is a Chicago-born actor and vocalist whose career spans theatre, television, and concert stages including Lyric Opera of Chicago and the hit television series “Chicago P.D.” and “The Chi.”Burtley is joined on tour by Monty Kane (Ike Turner/Ronnie Turner), K. Bernice (Zelma Bullock), India Shelbi Boone (Tina Turner at certain performances), Eva Ruwé (Gran Georgeanna) and Eleni Kutay, (Rhonda Graam/Toni Basil)
TINA – The Tina Turner Musical is directed by Tony Award nominee Phyllida Lloyd and was written by Tony Award nominee and Pulitzer Prize winner Katori Hall with Frank Ketelaar and Kees Prins. Choreography is by Tony Award nominee Anthony van Laast; Set and Costume Designs by Tony Award nominee Mark Thompson; Lighting by Tony Award nominee Bruno Poet; and Sound by Tony Award nominee Nevin Steinberg
TINA – THE Tina Turner Musical has captured the hearts of audiences around the globe with its powerful storytelling, incredible performances, and iconic music. The musical is a true celebration of this exceptional woman, and we continue to celebrate her life, her talent and her joy. Her legacy lives on.
Location: Mount Baker Theatre
Date: Tuesday, January 13, 2026
Time: 7:30 PM
Price: Tickets start at $57.50*
Tickets available at: https://www.mountbakertheatre.com/events-tickets/tina-turner-musical/ (Tickets are only available at mountbakertheatre.com. Beware third-party ticket resellers and other websites that may advertise MBT performances.)
About Mount Baker Theatre
Mount Baker Theatre is a 501(c)(3) non-profit arts organization dedicated to enriching the region’s culture through dynamic performances, arts education, inspiring engagement in the community and stewardship of a national historic treasure. Located in the heart of downtown Bellingham's Art District, MBT is the largest theatrical venue north of Seattle in Washington State. Built in 1927, MBT is the only survivor of the five original movie palaces built in Whatcom County between 1914 and 1930. The building itself is a beautifully restored architectural treasure, listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Since opening day, MBT has been dedicated to showcasing top touring performing arts events, as well as presenting community-driven events and performances, to audiences in the North Puget Sound and the Lower Mainland of British Columbia.
About Crossroads Live
Crossroads Live brings together some of the world’s top producers of live entertainment, now all under one banner. With offices in London, New York, Washington, D.C., Sydney, and Melbourne—our global platform ensures the best-loved titles from Broadway and the West End can be embraced by audiences around the world. Crossroads Live North America, under the leadership of Angela Rowles, is an innovative, full-service theatrical production company delivering the Broadway experience to audiences in North America and beyond. The 2024-2025 Season: Annie; Dear Evan Hansen; Dr. Seuss' How The Grinch Stole Christmas The Musical; Pretty Woman; The Phantom of the Opera (Asia); TINA-The Tina Turner Musical.