Burlesque
Recreating Burlesque as a live theatre experience is something I always hoped would happen, and here we are!"
Executive Producer, Christina Aguilera
Why see Burlesque?
World Premiere
Welcome to Burlesque! The iconic 2010 film is shimmying from the screen to the stage in this brand-new musical adaption from original screenwriter Steve Atin. Set in a struggling Las Vegas burlesque lounge at the mercy of big-shot developers, the titular Burlesque is a titillating tale of rivalries, relationships, and revelry as witnessed by Sin City newbie Ali. With her own dreams of stardom propelling her forward, can her talents help to keep the club afloat?
Featuring songs from the movie's star Christina Aguilera (who also executive produces), SIA and Dianne Warren, plus a creative team that includes direction and choreography from Nick Winston, it's time to dig out your stockings and feather boas and show a little more for this exciting world premiere production! Starring Jackie Burns as Tess and Jess Folley as Ali, this is one you don't want to miss!
Key Information
Audience
Age 12+
Run Time
Two hours and 30 minutes with interval
Dates
Finished 28 Sep
Cast
Jackie Burns as Tess
Jess Folley as Ali
George Maguire as Vince
Billie-Kay as Sophia
B Terry as Georgie
Jess Qualter as Daphne
Yasmin Harrison as Brenda/dance captain
Lily Wang as Fifi
Hollie-Ann Lowe as Summer
Todrick Hall as Sean
Michael Mather as Jackson
Nina Ann Nelson as Nikki and alternate Ali Rose
Ensemble
Alessia McDermott, Lewis Easter, Jade Albertsen, Evonnee Bentley-Holder, Stefan Lagoulis, Callum MacDonald, Tom Mussell ,Ian Oswald and Tom Scanlon
Swings
Callum Aylott, Lucy Campbell, Amber Pierson, Joe Atkinson and Elly Jay
Creative
Steven Antin - Book writer and producer
Nick Winston - Director and Choreographer
Soutra Gilmour - Set designer
Ryan Dawson Laight - Costume designer
Tom Curran - Musical arrangements and orchestrations
Phil Bateman - Musical supervisor
Jack Knowles - Lighting designer
Ben Harrison - Sound designer
Harry Blumenau - Casting director
Carole Hancock - Hair and wigs designer
Guy Common - Make-up designer
Chris Poon - Musical director
Reviews
Customer reviews
6 reviews, average rating: (5.0 Stars)
Kay
No words for how good this is!!
I have seen A LOT of musicals but this has quite possibly just topped them all!
I said "They've got some serious vocals to love up to!" Well! They more than had those covered!
This show has the lot! Humour, vocals moves and feels!
Full body goosebumps over and over. Absolute must see! This will definitely be a west end/Broadway success! Absolutely amazing! ... Read more
Vanessa Brown
Amazing
Fantastic from start to finish , absolutely loved every minute of it , definitely highly recommended â¤ðŸ¥°â¤ ... Read more
Jill
Just magical
Booked pre sale tickets back in October 2023 for my best buddies and me to celebrate my sixtieth birthday. Eight lovely ladies/girls from several generations thoroughly enjoyed the musical, some of which had never seen the film!🥹 made a long weekend of it with lots of pre show celebrations enhancing Manchester’s economy. The Ivy Asia was our pre show venue. Top Class meal with excellent hospitality. Let’s just say Manchester did not disappoint. As for the musical Oh my what a fantastic performance from all the cast members. All of the authentic songs and performances with loads of extra more current numbers which made it all the more special. Brought it right up there into the 2020s. Definitely had Christina vibes and Todrick was just fantastic. Set changes were great too. Would watch it again in a heartbeat 💓 It certainly made my birthday celebrations very special and I have lots of great memories and photos. Just bring out the video and sound track now please ... Read more
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