Experience the magic of the original showbiz musical in Bristol at the end of the month

Experience the magic of the original showbiz musical in Bristol at the end of the month

Posted on: 20 Jul 2023

This big, bright and brand spanking new production of 42nd Street is sure to prove a hit when it comes to The Bristol Hippodrome for the first week of August.

 

42nd Street runs at The Bristol Hippodrome from Monday 31 July until Saturday 5 August.

 

Currently on a massive tour of the UK, Jonathan Church (Singin’ In The Rain and The Drifters Girl) directs this legendary song and dance spectacle, complete with a roster of toe-tapping favourites including ‘42nd Street’, ‘We’re In The Money’, ‘Lullaby of Broadway’, ‘Shuffle Off To Buffalo’ and ‘I Only Have Eyes For You’.

 

BUY TICKETS HERE

 

 

Complete with choreography and design from Olivier Award winners Bill Deamer and Rob Jones, 42nd Street is a timeless showbiz tale that offers everything: from breathtaking tap dancing to backstage intrigue, classic romance to rip-roaring comedy.

 

The production follows the young and beautiful Peggy Sawyer who, fresh off the bus from small-town America, arrives in The Big Apple dreaming of her name in lights. She quickly catches the eye of a big-time director and joins the chorus line of Broadway’s newest show!

 

However, when the leading lady is injured, it’s Peggy’s time to shine. Don’t miss this larger-than-life celebration of the world of musical theatre that transports audiences straight into the mad world of Broadway!

 

With a star-studded cast featuring ex-UK Eurovision contestant and Eastenders star Samantha Womack, Michael Praed (Robin of Sherwood) as Julian Marsh, Steps member Faye Tozer as Maggie Jones, renowned TV presenter Les Dennis as Bert Barry and Nicole-Lily Baisden (Anything Goes: The Musical) as Peggy Sawyer, this is sure to prove a hit success! 

 

 

42nd Street runs at The Bristol Hippodrome from Monday 31 July until Saturday 5 August – secure your tickets HERE.

 

For a comprehensive look at what’s coming up at The Bristol Hippodrome, head to the theatre’s website.

Read more:

 

Article by:

Stanley Gray

Stan is a born and bred Bristolian, recently graduated from studying English Literature in Sheffield. His passions are music and literature and he spends the majority of his time in venues all over the city, immersing himself in Bristol’s alternative music scene. A lifelong Bristol City fan, Stan’s Saturdays are spent watching his team both home and away.