Producers Barry & Fran Weissler and David Ian for Crossroads Live have announced that the smash hit romantic musical comedy Waitress will return to tour the UK, and comes to Stoke-on-Trent in 2026.​

Waitress tells the story of Jenna, an expert pie maker in a small town, who dreams of a way out of her loveless marriage. A baking contest in a nearby county and the town’s new doctor may offer her a chance at a new life, while her fellow waitresses offer their own recipes to happiness. But Jenna must find the courage and strength within herself to rebuild her life. This beautiful musical celebrates friendship, motherhood, and the magic of a well-made pie.

Waitress is based on the 2007 movie written by Adrienne Shelly. Music and lyrics are written by GRAMMY award-winning, singer-songwriter sensation Sara Bareilles. With a book by Jessie Nelson, direction by Tony-award winner Diane Paulus and choreography by Lorin Latarro, Waitress has garnered multiple awards and nominations in both America and the UK, receiving acclaim from both audiences and critics alike.

Waitress comes to Regent Theatre, Stoke-on-Trent from Monday 6 - Saturday 11 July 2026. Tickets are now on sale at atgtickets.com.