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Casting announced for Saturday Night Fever at the Peacock Theatre

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Richard Winsor will lead the cast as Tony Manero. He will be joined on stage by Olivia Fines as his dancing partner Stephanie. They will also be joined by Kevin O’Dwyer (Bobby C); James Brice (Gus); Paul French (Double J); Michael Cortez (Joey); Jasmin Colangelo (Annette); Tosca Fischer (Connie); Lydia Bradd (Linda); Philip Aiden (Frank Senior); Marios Nicolaides (Frank Junior); Melody Jones (Flo Manero); Faizal Jaye (DJ Monty); Celeste Zollino (ensemble); Ashley Luke Lloyd (ensemble); Luca Rapisarda (ensemble); James Wilkinson-Jones (ensemble); Helen Gulston (ensemble); James Cohen (ensemble). Jake Byrom, Oliver Thomson and James Hudson will be playing and singing the Bee-Gee’s soundtrack during the show. Saturday Night Fever, produced by Bill Kenwright, tells the story of Tony Manero and his reckless road to dancing success. The musical features the Bee Gees’ greatest hits including Stayin’ … Continue reading Casting announced for Saturday Night Fever at the Peacock Theatre

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Patrick Duffy, Linda Purl and Gray O’Brien to star in Catch Me If You Can by Jack Weinstock and Willie Gilbert

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Patrick Duffy, Linda Purl and Gray O’Brien will join the Catch Me If You Can Tour accross UK in 2022. Catch Me If You Can, written by Jack Weinstock and Willie Gilbert, and directed by Bob Tomson, will embark on its nationwide tour, opening at the … Continue reading Patrick Duffy, Linda Purl and Gray O’Brien to star in Catch Me If You Can by Jack Weinstock and Willie Gilbert

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Cast announced for “Redemption” at The Big House

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Full casting has been announced for Redemption at The Big House. Twenty-three-year-old Renaya Dennis will play Maz, a young girl that continuously ran away and who was documented in the press as a ‘14 year old missing teenager’. She will play alongside Alpha Menda, Armani Morris, Fawaz Adekunle, James Atwell, Jayden Atuah-Hemaah, Jermaine Freeman, Keyona Fraser, Nadege Rene, Nia John, Renaya Dennis, Shaq Brown, Shanice Logan, Shaquille Jack, Tajah Workman and Taurean Steele. Redemption will premiere at The Big House in their Islington venue on Wednesday 17 November and will close on Saturday 11 December. The show will be directed by Maggie Noris with book and lyrics by James Meteyard and music by The Last Skeptik Redemption follows explosive Maz and her … Continue reading Cast announced for “Redemption” at The Big House

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KPOP : The Broadway Musical launches online Open Casting Call

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Words by Léna Fontaine The musical is set to open on Broadway next season. In order to find the perfect cast, even when a global pandemic is striking the globe, producers have launched an online casting call, even if the premiere details are yet to be announced. Those interested in auditioning can visit kpopbroadway.com/casting and submit a video of themselves singing, a dance clip that shows their dancing abilities and a description of their experience in dancing, singing and dancing. The show producers are also looking for performers of Asian descent in their 20s. According to the director, Teddy Bergman, … Continue reading KPOP : The Broadway Musical launches online Open Casting Call

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Nicole Raquel Dennis to lead the UK tour of Dreamgirls

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Words by Léna Fontaine She is a dream! Taking on the role of Effie in the UK tour production of Dreamgirls is Nicole Raquel Dennis, who is currently starring in the west end production of Dear Evan Hansen where she plays the role of Alana Beck. She previously appeared in the TV contest The voice in 2019. There, she won the heart of millions by performing “And I Am Telling You I’m Not Going” alongside her team mentor Jennifer Hudson, who previously won an Oscar for her portrayal of Effie in the 2006 movie adaptation of Dreamgirls. Talking about her … Continue reading Nicole Raquel Dennis to lead the UK tour of Dreamgirls

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Aimie Atkinson and Danny Mac to star in the London production of Pretty Woman the Musical

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Words by Léna Fontaine The London Production of Pretty Woman the Musical has found its Vivian and Edward Lewis! Aimie Atkinson and Danny Mac will take on the famous title roles starting February 13th, 2020. The roles of Vivian and the high-powered business man were made famous by Julia Robert and Richard Gere in the 1990 movie version. Since then, the show got adapted into a Broadway show starring Samantha Barks and Andy Karl as well as Orfeh, Tommy Bracco, Ezra Knight, Allison Blackwell, Brian Cali, Robby Clater, Anna Eilinsfeld and Jennifer Sanchez. Aimie Atkinson previously made a name for … Continue reading Aimie Atkinson and Danny Mac to star in the London production of Pretty Woman the Musical

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Mrs Doubtfire Musical sets Broadway opening dates and cast

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Words by Léna Fontaine Picture : All rights reserved. Following its Seattle premiere, the new musical will transfer to the Sondheim Theatre in spring 2020. Mrs Doubtfire Musical will begin performances at Seattle’s 5th Avenue Theatre on november 20 through December 13, its opening night. Then, the show will transfer to Broadway and begin previews on March 9, ahead of its opening night on April 5. Tony nominee Rob McClure will take on the title role in both productions after starring in Beetlejuice on Broadway. He will be the new face of the struggling actor, previously played by the dear … Continue reading Mrs Doubtfire Musical sets Broadway opening dates and cast

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New cast announced for “To Kill A Mockingbird” on Broadway

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Words by Léna Fontaine From november 5th, the Broadway production of To Kill A Mockingbird at the Shubert Theatre will feature a brand new cast and ensemble. Previously announced, Ed Harris and Nick Robinson will respectively play  Atticus Finch and Jem Finch. Nina Grollman will reprise the role originated by Celia Keenan-Bolger : Scout Finch. Also joining the cast are Dear Evan Hansen’s Taylor Trensch as Dill Harris, LisaGay Hamilton as Calpurnia, the Finch’s housekeeper, Kyle Scatliffe as Tom Robinson. Australian actor Eliza Scanlen will play the accusor Mayella Ewell alongside original cast member Neal Huff who will move on … Continue reading New cast announced for “To Kill A Mockingbird” on Broadway

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Full cast announced for “Ghost Stories” in the West End

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Words by Léna Fontaine “Ghost Stories” has found its cast! Simon Lipkin will be playing Professor Goodman, Garry Cooper will be be Tony Matthews, Preston Nyman will appear as Simon Rifkind and Richard Sutton will beMike Priddle. They will all reprise their Lyric Hammersmith Theatre roles in the show opening on October 3rd and booking through January 4. Directed by Dyson, Nyman and Sean Holmes, the production premiered at Liverpool Playhouse in 2010 before transferring to the Lyric Hammersmith and the West End. The show is also set to embark on a national tour in 2020. Ghost Stories revolves around … Continue reading Full cast announced for “Ghost Stories” in the West End