Rhys Lambert | Dorian
"Rhys Lambert in his professional debut, went from covering the lead Dorian (and supporting characters Bas), to taking over as the lead for the last three and a half weeks of the run. Lambert's performance as Dorian was so perfect and immediately captivating. Even with the odds against him (the infamous portrait still pictured the original actor), Lambert made Dorian his own and is the reason that I fell so in love with the show."
Oviya
Beatrice Penny Toure | The Book of Mormon
"Beatrice has proved herself as a performer of real class and versatility, having dazzled us in Sondheim’s Old Friends, and earlier this year making us laugh a great deal as Nabalungi in The Book of Mormon."
James
Michael Ahomka-Lindsay | Cabaret
"Another Newsies alumnus (who's surprised at this point?) who was one of the reasons I persevered with the Cabaret lottery! Michael Ahomka-Lindsay recently played the role of Clifford Bradshaw in the London production of Cabaret, as part of a star-studded casting schedule that makes this production one audiences will want to return to time and again."
Wyman
Zoe Birkett | Tina: The Tina Turner Musical
"Tina Turner is a powerhouse of a role for any performer, but Zoe Birkett has taken to it with gusto. Bringing high energy and powerful vocals, she has proven she is ‘Simply the Best’."
Julie
Gina Beck | Guys and Dolls
"In a single performance, Gina Beck managed to break into my all time favourites. Her performance as Sarah Brown is as innocent as it is fierce, and her stage presence is admirable. Very excited to get to see it one last time!"
Emma
Kristian Morse | The Choir of Man
"One of the joys of visiting The Choir of Man at the Arts Theatre is the array of swings or past cast members who unexpectedly return to The Jungle to cover a role. All of the cast and swings are phenomenal, but I must give a shoutout to Kristian Morse who has taken over the role as Barman with incredible vocals that could only come from a Welsh man (biased, I know) and fantastic comedic timing!"
Vicky
Keelan McAuley | Heathers
"With many musical theatre icons playing the role of JD in heathers it’s undoubtedly difficult to follow in the steps of predecessor’s such as Jordan Luke Gage and Jamie Muscato. However, Keelan McAuley shone in his own right and for me is the best portrayal of the role I’ve seen. McAuley was the most perfect yet dysfunctional JD there has been."
Jordan
Stevie Doc | Mamma Mia
"Stevie Doc brought her charm and personality to the role of Sophie, whilst staying true to the character we all know and love. It was amazing to see her perform, truly in her element after winning ITV’s Mamma Mia I Have A Dream."
Katie
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