Everybody’s Talking About Jamie, the smash-hit and critically acclaimed musical, will stop off at Aberdeen’s His Majesty’s Theatre from Tuesday, May 21 to Saturday, May 25 as part of its UK Tour.
The show stars Ivano Turco (Get Up, Stand Up!, Cinderella) as Jamie New,
Rebecca McKinnis (Everybody’s Talking About Jamie West End, Dear Evan Hansen, We Will Rock You, Les Misérables) as Margaret New, Sejal Keshwala (Everybody’s Talking About Jamie West End, Bend It Like Beckham West End) as Ray, Talia Palamathanan (Everybody’s Talking About Jamie Tour and film) as Pritti, with X-Factor winner Sam Bailey as Miss Hedge, and Strictly Come Dancing professional and series 16 winner Kevin Clifton as Hugo/Loco Chanelle.
Aberdeen Performing Arts Director of Programming and Creative Projects, Ben Torrie, said: “Everybody’s Talking About Jamie is a fun, energetic show with a lot of heart and a fantastic, positive message. We are delighted to have coming to His Majesty’s later this month.”
Kevin Clifton said “I’m really excited to be joining the UK Tour of Everybody’s Talking About Jamie after being involved in the movie. It’s inspiring, uplifting and infectious and I can’t wait to jump into Hugo/Loco Chanelle’s heels across the country. I’m proud to be part of a show that carries such an important message and celebrates everyone for who they are.”
Sam Bailey said “I’m so excited to be joining the cast of Everybody's Talking About Jamie on tour! As an actress it's just a dream to be playing an amazing role like Miss Hedge, and to be part of a show that has such a heartfelt and positive message.”
Jamie New is sixteen and lives on a council estate in Sheffield. Jamie doesn’t quite fit in. Jamie is terrified about the future. Jamie is going to be a sensation. Supported by his brilliant loving mum and surrounded by his friends, Jamie overcomes prejudice, beats the bullies and steps out of the darkness, into the spotlight.
Tickets are on sale now from www.aberdeenperformingarts.com, phone (01224) 641122.