Cast announced for Hairspray revival at Kilworth House Theatre

Casting has been revealed for Kilworth House Theatre’s upcoming production of Hairspray.

The hit musical will be staged outdoors for the first time in the UK, running for 52 performances from 27 June – 6 August 2023 at the Leicestershire venue.

Leading the cast will be Charlotte-Hannah Jones as Tracy Turnblad, Michael J Batchelor as Edna Turnblad, Steven Serlin as Wilbur Turnblad, Jenny Gayner as Velma Von Tussle, Holly Willock as Amber Von Tussle, Alex Lodge as Link Larkin, Nay-Nay as Seaweed J Stubbs, Ayesha Maynard as Motormouth Maybelle, Liam Doyle as Corny Collins and Biancha Szynal as Penny Pingleton.

Joining them will be Jessica Niles as Dynamite 1, M-Jae Cleopatra Isaac as Dynamite 2, Jayme-Lee Zanoncelli as Dynamite 3, Eva Phillips as Little Inez / Ensemble, Catherine Morris as Female Authority Figure and Daniel Page as Male Authority Figure.

Completing the cast are Emma Hunter as Lou-Ann / Dance Captain, Ann-Marie Craine as Brenda, Madeleine Hargrave as Tammy, Toby Shellard as Brad, Isaac J Lewis as Sketch, George Lyons as Fender, Luke Buck Duane as Luke Buck

It’s 1962 in Baltimore, and the lovable plus-size teen, Tracy Turnblad, has only one desire – to dance on the popular “Corny Collins Show”. When her dream comes true, Tracy is transformed from social outcast to sudden star.

She must use her newfound power to dethrone the reigning Teen Queen, win the affections of heartthrob, Link Larkin, and integrate a TV network… all without denting her ‘do!

The new production is directed and choreographed by Lee Proud with set & costume design by Paul Farnsworth, lighting design by Jason Taylor, sound design by Chris Whybrow, musical director & supervisor Michael Bradley and casting director Anne Vosser. It is produced by Celia Mackay.

For more information and tickets, visit kilworthhouse.co.uk

Director & Choreographer Lee Proud said: “Hairspray is without doubt one of the most uplifting and joyous musicals ever written and Its messages of inclusion and equality resonate more today than ever before. We have gathered an incredible cast and we can’t wait to see you all at Kilworth House Theatre for an unforgettable night of entertainment.”