Full casting announced for Starter For Ten Musical at the Bristol Old Vic

Alongside the previously announced actress, presenter, comedian and writer Mel Giedroyc (The Crown Jewels, Garrick Theatre) who will reprise the role of Brian’s mum, Irene Jackson, and Bamber Gascoigne’s irresistible sidekick Julia Bland, Adam Bregman (Chariots of Fire, Sheffield Crucible) returns as Brian, Miracle Chance (Heathers, The Other Palace) reprises the role of Lucy, and Will Jennings (Les Misérables, Sondheim Theatre) returns as Patrick. They are joined by new cast members including Stephen Ashfield (The Book of Mormon, The Prince of Wales Theatre) as Bamber Gascoigne and Brian’s dad, Dave Jackson, Asha Parker-Wallace (Burlesque, Savoy Theatre) as Rebecca, Rachel John (Hamilton, Victoria Palace Theatre) as Dr Bowman and Christian Maynard (Midnight Cowboy, Southwark Playhouse) as Spencer. Imogen Craig will make her professional debut as … Continue reading Full casting announced for Starter For Ten Musical at the Bristol Old Vic

Full casting announced for Burlesque The Musical

Joining the already announced cast of Orfeh (Tess), Todrick Hall (Sean), Jess Folley (Ali Rose), Asha Parker Wallace (Nikki), Paul Jacob French (Jackson) and George Maguire (Vince) are:  Michael Afemare (Ensemble), Callum Bell (Swing), Courtenay Brady (Ensemble), Paje Campbell (Ensemble), Sophie Cracknell (Daphne), Hope Dawe (Alternate Ali Rose), Jake Dupree (Trey/Chardonnay), Marlee Fergusson (Ensemble), Angus Good (Swing), Charlotte Jaconelli (Queenie), Elly Jay (Swing), Idriss Kargbo (Alternate Sean), Billie Kay (Sophia and Second Tess), Deja Linton (Ensemble), Hollie-Ann Lowe (Spring), Callum Macdonald (Cover for Vince and … Continue reading Full casting announced for Burlesque The Musical

Grace Mouat and David Hunter joins the cast of 13 Going on 30 The Musical

West End stars, David Hunter and Grace Mouat, will star as Matt Flamhaff and Lucy Wyman respectively in the world premiere production of 13 GOING ON 30 – THE MUSICAL, opening at Manchester Opera House for a limited season from 21 September 2025. David Hunter … Continue reading Grace Mouat and David Hunter joins the cast of 13 Going on 30 The Musical

Mel Brooks’ YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN THE MUSICAL to have Regional Premiere at Hope Mill Theatre

Mel Brooks’ YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN THE MUSICAL will have its regional premiere from 10 October to 30 November 2025, with a press night on 15 October. YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN will be directed and choreographed by Nick Winston. Adapted by Mel Brooks from his legendary 1974 film … Continue reading Mel Brooks’ YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN THE MUSICAL to have Regional Premiere at Hope Mill Theatre

Freaky Friday to premiere in Manchester in November 2025

The new musical, Freaky Friday, based on the beloved 1972 novel by Mary Rodgers and the hit Disney films, which has captured the hearts of generations, will be having its UK stage premiere next year at HOME Manchester. Presented by Paul Taylor-Mills (The Lightning Thief/Heathers), tickets will go on-sale from 10 am on Friday 13 December, and casting will be announced in due course. Freaky Friday will be directed by Andy Fickman, known for bringing the cult-classic Heathers from screen to stage and features a book by Bridget Carpenter, acclaimed co-executive producer and writer of beloved television series Friday Night Lights and Parenthood. The musical boasts an extraordinary score by the Pulitzer Prize … Continue reading Freaky Friday to premiere in Manchester in November 2025