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Full cast & extra performances announced for Grease UK & Ireland Tour

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Lead producer Colin Ingram is delighted to announce the full cast for the UK and Ireland tour of Jim Jacobs & Warren Casey’s iconic musical GREASE, directed by Nikolai Foster and choreographed by Arlene Phillips. Additional performances have been added in Dublin, Manchester, Newcastle etc. Marley Fenton (Stephen Sondheim’s Old Friends, Gielgud Theatre) will play Danny, Hope Dawe (Mountview graduate) will play Sandy, Rebecca Stenhouse (Legally Blonde, UK Tour) will play Rizzo, George Michaelides (Disney’s Newsies, Wembley Park Troubadour Theatre) will play Kenickie, Kieran Lynch (The Adventures of Peter Pan, Edinburgh Festival Theatre) as Doody, Lewis Day (Beauty and the Beast, Cast … Continue reading Full cast & extra performances announced for Grease UK & Ireland Tour

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New cast TO join 70th anniversary tour of THE MOUSETRAP

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New casting is announced for the 70th Anniversary tour of The Mousetrap, the longest running play in the world, which continues to enthrall audiences throughout the UK and Ireland. From 30 January 2024, the cast of the iconic murder-mystery on tour will include Todd Carty (EastEnders, Grange Hill, Dancing on Ice) who continues to play Major Metcalf and Gwyneth Strong (known for playing Cassandra in Only Fools and Horses) as Mrs. Boyle. They will be joined by Neerja Naik as Mollie Ralston, Barnaby Jago as Giles Ralston, Shaun McCourt as Christopher Wren, Amy Spinks as Miss Casewell, Steven Elliot as Mr. Paravicini, and Michael Ayiotis as Detective Sgt. Trotter. Genre-defining murder mystery The Mousetrap, written by Agatha Christie, the world’s … Continue reading New cast TO join 70th anniversary tour of THE MOUSETRAP

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Casting team of Dear Evan Hansen UK Tour to collaborate with TikTok to find new talents

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The casting team of DEAR EVAN HANSEN, in collaboration with TikTok, are searching for the next generation of talent to star in the first ever UK tour of the Olivier, Tony and Grammy award-winning Best Musical. This opportunity is open for every role in the show, not just Evan himself. Applications from performers of all gender identities, with or without formal training, are welcome. Those interested are invited to upload a video on TikTok singing any number from the multi award-winning production with the hashtag #YouWillBeFound, before submitting their entry formally via evanontour.com/tiktok. After the closing date, the casting team will review all submitted videos … Continue reading Casting team of Dear Evan Hansen UK Tour to collaborate with TikTok to find new talents

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Peter Jöback and Milan Van Waardenburg to join LES MISÉRABLES at the Sondheim Theatre

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Cameron Mackintosh is delighted to announce new casting for LES MISÉRABLES at the Sondheim Theatre, with Swedish star, Peter Jöback and Dutch leading artist, Milan van Waardenburg taking on the role of Jean Valjean respectively in the critically acclaimed production. Peter Jöback will star as Jean Valjean from Tuesday 13 February … Continue reading Peter Jöback and Milan Van Waardenburg to join LES MISÉRABLES at the Sondheim Theatre

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Michael Ahomka-Lindsay to join CABARET AT THE KIT KAT CLUB from 11 March 2024

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The producers of the multi award-winning, critically acclaimed production of CABARET at the KIT KAT CLUB are delighted to announce that Michael Ahomka-Lindsay will join the company as Clifford Bradshaw from Monday 11 March 2024. Nathan Ives-Moiba’s final performance as Clifford Bradshaw will be Saturday 27 January. … Continue reading Michael Ahomka-Lindsay to join CABARET AT THE KIT KAT CLUB from 11 March 2024

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UK Pop sensaton STEPS to present to new musical Here & Now

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UK pop band Steps are delighted to announce the world premiere of HERE & NOW, a brand-new musical using their iconic music, with an original book by Shaun Kitchener. HERE & NOW will open at The Alexandra, Birmingham for a limited engagement from 9 – 24 November 2024. Featuring Steps’ most beloved hit songs, HERE & NOW is produced by the band and ROYO with Pete Waterman, and will be directed by Rachel Kavanaugh, with choreography by Olivier Award winning Matt Cole. Casting to be announced. Welcome to seaside superstore Better Best Bargains, where it’s Friday night, the vibe is right, and everyone’s dancing in the aisles. But … Continue reading UK Pop sensaton STEPS to present to new musical Here & Now

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Jess Folley to play Ali Rose in Burlesque The Musical in Manchester & Glasgow

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It was announced today (22 January 2024) that musical sensation Jess Folley will play Ali in Burlesque the Musical, the first ever stage adaptation of Steven Antin’s crowd-pleasing movie Burlesque, which starred Christina Aguilera.  Steven Antin said: ‘I am so thrilled that we have the powerhouse that is Jess Folley … Continue reading Jess Folley to play Ali Rose in Burlesque The Musical in Manchester & Glasgow

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“I’m Gonna Be Strong” by Tarinn Calender from Bronco Billy The Musical, available to listen now

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“I’M GONNA BE STRONG” NEW MUSIC VIDEO RELEASED FROM BRONCO BILLY THE MUSICAL. Bronco Billy – The Musical is a rollicking new musical comedy based on the original Clint Eastwood motion picture. It’s 1979 and life is tough for a … Continue reading “I’m Gonna Be Strong” by Tarinn Calender from Bronco Billy The Musical, available to listen now