Bat Out of Hell arrives at The Bristol Hippodrome today for a two week run

Posted on: 01 Sep 2025

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Bat Out Of Hell The Musical makes a triumphant return to The Bristol Hippodrome today for a two week run. It's sure to once again prove a thrilling spectacle of a show featuring the timeless music of Jim Steinman and Meat Loaf, reigning supreme! 

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Inspired by Meatloaf's now legendary arena tour of Australia and New Zealand, this reimagined production promises to be a thrilling ride, featuring a dynamic eight-piece rock band playing live on stage. A sprawling multi-level set will transport Bristolian audiences to the dark and dangerous worlds of Bat Out of Hell, from Raven’s bedroom to the depths of the Lost’s underground domains.

An epic, talented cast - including the much-anticipated return of Glenn Adamson, Sharon Sexton, and Rob Fowler in the roles of Strat, Sloane and Falco, alongside Katie Tonkinson as Raven - will lend their powerhouse vocals to Meat Loaf’s anthems with such deep cuts 'I’d Do Anything For Love (But I Won’t Do That)', 'Paradise By The Dashboard Light', 'Two Out Of Three Ain’t Bad', 'Dead Ringer For Love' and, of course, 'Bat Out of Hell' all included.

Get ready to witness BAT OUT OF HELL: The Musical as it explodes back onto the stage in a spectacle that promises to be nothing short of legendary - running at The Bristol Hippodrome from Monday 1 until Saturday 13 September 2025...

Story Overview

Bat Out of Hell: The Musical is a rock musical by Jim Steinman, featuring his legendary Meat Loaf songs. The show premiered in Manchester in 2017 and has since toured globally.

Set in a post-apocalyptic version of Manhattan—now called Obsidian—the story blends elements of Peter Pan with Romeo and Juliet. At its heart is a group called The Lost—teenagers trapped forever at age 18 due to chemical warfare. Their leader, Strat, falls in love with Raven, the sheltered daughter of the city's tyrannical ruler, Falco.

Plot Highlights

Act I

Strat and The Lost protest outside Falco Towers, drawing Raven’s attention. She briefly joins them, and a spark ignites between her and Strat.

Falco plans to redevelop Obsidian, threatening the Lost’s underground home.

Raven secretly meets Strat, and their romance grows.

They escape on Strat’s motorbike—but Raven panics and jumps off, and Strat crashes off a cliff, seemingly to his death.

Act II

The Lost are imprisoned in Falco’s “Vaults of Punishment,” while Raven mourns Strat.

Sloane, disillusioned with Falco’s tyranny, helps free The Lost.

Strat miraculously survives and is revived with Raven’s blood in a dramatic, emotional comeback.

The story culminates in an ensemble performance of “I’d Do Anything For Love (But I Won’t Do That),” symbolizing love, transformation, and redemption.

Themes & Characters

Strat: Charismatic leader of The Lost; forever 18.

Raven: Sheltered daughter of Falco, just turned 18, yearning for freedom.

Falco: Obsidian’s authoritarian ruler, overprotective of Raven.

Sloane: Raven’s mother, trapped in her marriage but ultimately helps The Lost.

The Lost: A group of immortal teenagers, including Tink, Zahara, and Jagwire, each with their own relationships and struggles.

Musical Style & Reception

The show’s score is made up of Meat Loaf and Jim Steinman classics—such as “Paradise by the Dashboard Light,” “Dead Ringer for Love,” and “Bat Out of Hell.”

Critics often describe it as a sensory overload—flashy, campy, and loud, leaning on spectacle rather than tight storytelling. While the narrative is sometimes considered thin or chaotic, the music and staging are celebrated as a theatrical celebration of Steinman’s vision and rock-opera passion.

In Summary

Bat Out of Hell: The Musical is a high-octane rock spectacle that reimagines Peter Pan and Romeo and Juliet in a dystopian setting. It’s less about intricate plot and more about raw, electrifying performances, forbidden love, and the explosive energy of rock anthems.

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