The cast has been announced for TONY! [THE TONY BLAIR ROCK OPERA] as the production prepares for a London run and UK tour.
Written by comedian Harry Hill and Steve Brown, this new musical is playing a limited season at Leicester Square Theatre between 15 April till 21 May.
First premiering at the Park Theatre last year, this satirical musical is a parodied narrative of Tony Blair's life and career. From peace-loving hippy and wannabe pop star, to the UK's prime minister and a multimillionaire.
The cast of TONY! [The Tony Blair Rock Opera]
Playing multiple parts within the show, the cast include:
- Jack Whittle (The Play That Goes Wrong) as Tony Blair
- Howard Samuels (The Rocky Horror Show) as Peter Mandelson
- Tori Burgess (Pride & Prejudice* (*Sort Of)) as Cherie Blair
- Phil Sealey (Alice's Adventures Underground) as Gordon Brown
- Martin Johnston (The Crucible) as Neil Kinnock
- Rosie Strobel (Sister Act) as John Prescott
- Sally Cheng (The Play That Goes Wrong) as Robin Cook
- Emma Jay Thomas (Mamma Mia!) as Princess Diana
- William Hazell (Choir of Man) as on-stage cover.
TONY! [The Tony Blair Rock Opera] is directed by Peter Rowe, with set and costume design by Libby Watson, lighting design by Mark Dymock, sound design by Richard Brooker, choreography by Francesca Jaynes and casting by Debbie O’Brien.
Self-described as Yes, Minister meets The Rocky Horror Show, this musical is going to be like no other, so book your tickets today!