Birmingham Hippodrome plays host to the premiere of a new production of The Who's hit rock musical Tommy from February 16-26.

Tommy, starring Jonathan Wilkes, is the story of a deaf, dumb and blind kid who endures a life of torment and ridicule until the day he happens to play a pinball machine and suddenly breaks free - becoming the 'Pinball Wizard' and international superstar.

It was first released as a rock opera concept album in 1969. It was officially premiered at Ronnie Scott's, in London, and was also performed at the Woodstock Music Festival in August that same year.

Tommy went on to become a 1970's cult classic film directed by Ken Russell and featuring Elton John, Ronnie Wood, Eric Clapton, Tina Turner, Ann Margret and Jack Nicholson and was then expanded and reworked in a groundbreaking live theatrical event in the 1990s.

Tickets cost £10-£32.50 and concessions are available. Book online at www.birminghamhippodrome.com or call the box office on 0870 730 1234. Booking fee applies.

The show contains no foul language but does include some adult themes and is not recommended for younger children.