Preview: Dirty Dancing @ Theatre Royal

NEW CAST ANNOUNCED FOR THE RECORD-BREAKING UK TOUR OF DIRTY DANCING – THE CLASSIC STORY ON STAGE VISITING THEATRE ROYAL NOTTINGHAM Tuesday 26 May – Saturday 13 June 2015

The Producers of Dirty Dancing – The Classic Story On Stage are thrilled to announce that Jessie Hart will join the record-breaking tour to star as the idealistic Baby Houseman. Jessie recently graduated from Mountview Academy of Theatre Arts, and has since played ‘Agnes’ in the ITV drama Arthur and George and the lead role of ‘Gerda’ in The Snow Queen (Nuffield Theatre). Jessie will begin performances in Dirty Dancing from 30 April 2015 at the Birmingham Hippodrome.

Lewis Kirk will also be starring as Johnny Castle, one of the most iconic roles in popular culture. Lewis, who started his Dirty Dancing journey as a member of the 2014/15 touring company, was previously seen on tour around the UK in Hairspray and has also appeared in Our House 10th Anniversary Concert (Savoy) and in the world premiere of Soho Cinders (Soho).

Also joining the cast are Lori Haley Fox as Marjorie Houseman, Georgina Castle as Lisa Houseman, Kane Verrall as Neil Kellerman and Matthew Colthart as Billy Kostecki. Albey Brookes will also be joining the ensemble.

Produced by Karl Sydow and Joye Entertainment, in association with Lionsgate and Magic Hour Productions, and written by Eleanor Bergstein, script writer of the phenomenally successful 1987 film, the production features the much-loved characters and original dialogue from the iconic film, with exciting extra scenes added in.

The tantalising dance sequences and brand new choreography come alive on stage, set to the hits from the unforgettable soundtrack including ‘Do You Love Me?’, ‘Hungry Eyes’ and the Academy Award winning ‘(I’ve Had) The Time Of My Life’, plus many additional songs, making the show a truly extraordinary live experience.

Dirty Dancing –The Classic Story On Stage originally opened at London’s Aldwych Theatre in 2006 with a record-breaking advance of £15 million, making it the fastest selling show in West End theatre history. The production became the longest running show in the history of the Aldwych Theatre and played to over 2 million people during its triumphant 5 year run. A hit show all around the world, Dirty Dancing – The Classic Story On Stage has previously played in Australia, New Zealand, Germany, the Netherlands, Sweden and South Africa, consistently breaking box office records.

For more information: www.dirtydancingontour.com

Tuesday 26 May – Saturday 13 June
Performance Times: Mon – Thurs Eves 7.30pm, Fridays 5pm & 8.30pm, Saturday 2.30pm & 7.30pm
Ticket Prices: £48.50 – £20 plus concessions, £70 premium Dress Circle available for all performances
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