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Post by theatreliker on Jun 16, 2024 12:20:26 GMT
Sad to hear this. I also saw him as the Narrator a few times between 2006 and 2008. His narrator was a menacing presence and he had a great voice, which especially complemented Lyn Paul's very well. RIP
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Post by hannechalk on Jul 9, 2024 9:49:55 GMT
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Post by Alejo on Jul 9, 2024 10:57:34 GMT
Any rumours on who will be Mrs Johnstone in the upcoming tour? I haven’t seen Blood Brothers for years so would like to see it again, but Mrs J may be the deal breaker.
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Post by hannechalk on Jul 9, 2024 11:28:06 GMT
Any rumours on who will be Mrs Johnstone in the upcoming tour? I haven’t seen Blood Brothers for years so would like to see it again, but Mrs J may be the deal breaker. She has been associated with the show before, but hasn't been in it for years. She is not in her sixties or seventies. I personally am delighted. Official press release is imminent, but not confirmed when exactly. There will be a new Sammy. |
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Post by Alejo on Jul 9, 2024 12:04:41 GMT
Any rumours on who will be Mrs Johnstone in the upcoming tour? I haven’t seen Blood Brothers for years so would like to see it again, but Mrs J may be the deal breaker. She has been associated with the show before, but hasn't been in it for years. She is not in her sixties or seventies. I personally am delighted. Official press release is imminent, but not confirmed when exactly. There will be a new Sammy. Oh, thanks very much. “Hasn’t been in it for years” suggests probably not Linzi Hateley - is 2018 “for years”? 🤣 I’m trying to think of other Mrs Js that are not a Nolan and in their 60s/70s though. Mel C and someone from Atomic Kitten (Natasha?) are the only ones that come to mind. Although “associated with the show” could mean previously in a different role. You have my interest now anyway. 😄 |
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Post by singularsensation10 on Jul 9, 2024 13:02:25 GMT
Vivienne Carlyle was sensational. Hope it’s her.
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Post by danb on Jul 9, 2024 15:01:06 GMT
I’ve been informed by Mrs Dan that we WILL be seeing the show again when it comes to our seaside town in September. So at least there’ll be new cast worth getting excited for!
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Post by hannechalk on Jul 9, 2024 15:03:12 GMT
I’ve been informed by Mrs Dan that we WILL be seeing the show again when it comes to our seaside town in September. So at least there’ll be new cast worth getting excited for! If it's WsM I might see you there! |
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Post by hannechalk on Jul 17, 2024 16:16:03 GMT
Vivienne Carlyle will be Mrs Johnstone! I've been waiting for years to see her again, I am so excited! Further cast: Sean Jones and Joe Sleight will return to the production as twins Mickey and Eddie, while Gemma Brodrick will reprise the role of Linda. Also returning are Sarah Jane Buckley (as Mrs Lyons), Scott Anson (as Narrator), Tim Churchill (as Mr Lyons), Chloe Pole (as Donna Marie), Alex Harland (as Policeman/Teacher), Graeme Kinniburgh (as Postman/Bus Conductor) and Jess Smith (as Brenda). New additions to the cast include James Ledsham (as Sammy), Ben Mabberley (as Perkins) and Dominic Gore (as Neighbour). www.whatsonstage.com/news/blood-brothers-reveals-casting-for-autumn-2024-uk-tour_1615605/ |
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Post by Jane Parfitt on Jul 17, 2024 16:24:09 GMT
Really disappointed with this casting, wish they'd get someone new to play Mrs J!
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Post by hannechalk on Jul 17, 2024 16:54:51 GMT
Really disappointed with this casting, wish they'd get someone new to play Mrs J! On this occasion they had too many new shows to cast, so they decided to go with someone they already knew could do it, is my understanding. |
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Post by theatreliker on Jul 17, 2024 18:27:48 GMT
Saw her several times as Mrs Lyons and Mrs Johnstone including the final performances in London. Slightly surprised as they usually get a name. But she's got a great voice.
Seeing Everybody's Talking about Jamie this week, I did wonder how long will it be before Sam Bailey is cast?
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Post by hannechalk on Jul 17, 2024 20:20:52 GMT
Saw her several times as Mrs Lyons and Mrs Johnstone including the final performances in London. Slightly surprised as they usually get a name. But she's got a great voice. Seeing Everybody's Talking about Jamie this week, I did wonder how long will it be before Sam Bailey is cast? Apparently she is still a rated performer in her native Scotland, and the tour is there for a solid month (consecutive weeks) so that may play a part. Llike Rebecca Storm usually doing the Dublin/Irish dates. |
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Post by hannechalk on Jul 23, 2024 19:05:34 GMT
On an advert for the show for Cardiff, one person wondered if they would stay true to Liverpool, or adapt it to Cardiff.
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Post by hannechalk on Aug 20, 2024 16:52:00 GMT
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Post by hannechalk on Sept 10, 2024 1:20:44 GMT
Saw it for the 96th time in Blackpool on Saturday.
There are four new members of cast - although Vivienne Carlyle has of course been in it before. And she was certainly worth the wait!
I always like to see the new dynamic when there has been a cast change, and it didn't disappoint this time.
James Ledsham is a great new Sammy!
If I have to nitpick - it didn't look right that the three new lads in the cast all sported stubble. Bit weird to see Perkins with a 5 o'clock shadow.
The line 'Ain't life a bitch' has been cut from the bus scene again, and there is now a policeman on the balcony on the set as well at the end.
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Post by hannechalk on Oct 3, 2024 18:32:16 GMT
Possibly another first for the show:
The guitarist in the band had to go to A&E with a show to go.
Luckily Ben Mabberley, who plays Perkins, is also a musician who can sight-read, and saved the day!
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Post by max on Oct 4, 2024 14:18:06 GMT
I've only seen this once - in London.
For Mrs Johnstone we were expecting a Nolan, but Gillian Kirkpatrick was on. I think she'd sung one line when I thought: "Wow, I'm glad we've got you!". She was fantastic.
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Post by cornish on Oct 4, 2024 19:08:43 GMT
Saw it for the 96th time in Blackpool on Saturday. There are four new members of cast - although Vivienne Carlyle has of course been in it before. And she was certainly worth the wait! I always like to see the new dynamic when there has been a cast change, and it didn't disappoint this time. James Ledsham is a great new Sammy! If I have to nitpick - it didn't look right that the three new lads in the cast all sported stubble. Bit weird to see Perkins with a 5 o'clock shadow. The line 'Ain't life a bitch' has been cut from the bus scene again, and there is now a policeman on the balcony on the set as well at the end. 96th time? Really?? |
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Post by Dr Tom on Oct 4, 2024 21:49:03 GMT
Saw it for the 96th time in Blackpool on Saturday. I do want to know how you're going to celebrate your 100th time! |
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Post by hannechalk on Oct 5, 2024 9:13:19 GMT
Saw it for the 96th time in Blackpool on Saturday. There are four new members of cast - although Vivienne Carlyle has of course been in it before. And she was certainly worth the wait! I always like to see the new dynamic when there has been a cast change, and it didn't disappoint this time. James Ledsham is a great new Sammy! If I have to nitpick - it didn't look right that the three new lads in the cast all sported stubble. Bit weird to see Perkins with a 5 o'clock shadow. The line 'Ain't life a bitch' has been cut from the bus scene again, and there is now a policeman on the balcony on the set as well at the end. 96th time? Really?? It's 99 now... |
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Post by hannechalk on Oct 5, 2024 9:15:14 GMT
Saw it for the 96th time in Blackpool on Saturday. I do want to know how you're going to celebrate your 100th time! It will be the evening showin Leeds on Saturday 7th December 2024. Some of the friends i made through the community will be there, so will just have a few drinks with them before the show. 😃 |
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Post by hannechalk on Nov 22, 2024 13:44:06 GMT
From today until 30 November 2024, and a few dates in Leeds first week of December, the role of Mickey will be played by the excellent Josh Capper.
Sean Jones has left the tour now for panto-rehearsals.
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Post by SamB (was badoerfan) on Nov 24, 2024 21:11:49 GMT
Is there any news on who's going to be in the cast for the 2025 legs? It's playing my local theatre, but I'm holding off booking to make sure it's a decent enough Mrs Johnstone.
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Post by theatreliker on Nov 25, 2024 18:17:28 GMT
There's a recording of TMINT on YouTube with the understudy Sarah Jayne Buckley. She does a nice new riff in there.
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