Tony Nominee Orfeh to Star in West End Burlesque the Musical

Complete casting has been revealed for the West End premiere of Burlesque the Musical, which will play later this year.

Directed and choreographed by Todrick Hall and playing London's Savoy Theatre, the new musical is based on Steven Antin’s film of the same name, which starred Christina Aguilera and Cher. The musical—which will begin performances at The Savoy July 10, and run through September 6—will officially open July 22.

The new musical follows Ali, who heads to the bright lights of New York in search of her long-lost mother and finds herself drawn into an underground world where the beat of the music and the heat of the dance moves will change her life forever.

Jess Folley, who has written new music for the show alongside Hall, will returns to the role of Ali Rose after originating the role in Manchester and Glasgow last year. Also returning from the previous runs will be Hall as Sean, and the Olivier winner George Maguire as Vince.

They will be joined by Tony nominee Orfeh as Tess, making her West End debut taking on the role originated for the screen by Cher. Additionally, Asha Parker Wallace will make her professional debut as Nikki, and Paul Jacob French will play Jackson. Further casting is to be announced.

Written and produced by Antin with additional material by Kate Wetherhead (The Devil Wears Prada), Burlesque features songs by Christina Aguilera and Sia, with new music by Hall and Folley.

Adam Paulden and Jason Haigh-Ellery are producing, with Sue Gilad and Larry Rogowsky, Steven Antin and Christina Aguilera, and Clint Culpepper.

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