Ansell’s LES MUSICALS storms back onto the stage this year due to phenomenal demand. After a 59 date sell-out tour in 2019. We are thrilled to have extended the tour into 2022 bringing the show to The Royal Hippodrome Theatre for the first time.
Jonathan completed a sell-out G4 tour last Christmas with his X- Factor buddies and is buzzing to take to the stage once again with fellow reality TV star Jai McDowall
What’s new about Ansell’s LES MUSICALS 2022?
We have loads of new exciting songs and banter which is leaving rapturous ovations night after night. The Les Miserable finale is a huge favourite for all, where we showcase a selection of our favourite smash hits from this remarkable production. We also love the chance to share songs from Phantom Of The Opera, Hamilton, Jesus Christ Superstar, The Greatest Showman, Miss Saigon, Chess, We Will Rock You, Dear Evan Hansen, Rent, Chicago and many more...
What are your favourite musicals to watch?
Jai - My favourite musical is “Avenue Q"
Jonathan - I have to say it has to be Les Miserable - always moves me to tears, however many times I watch it.
Who should come and see your tour?
Jonathan:
What is wonderful about this tour is seeing such a varied audience. The most touching for me is to see multigenerational family groups who have come to enjoy a lovely night out together. We all need to get back to this escapism once again and it’s heart-warming to see the joy it’s clearly bringing people.
Jai:
Everyone, we see a mix of older theatre fans but also a lot of younger ones too.
Why should people buy a ticket for Ansell’s LES MUSICALS?
Because you’ve been stuck inside far too long, come out and have a fun night of songs and laughter with us. What challenges have live theatre faced since COVID?
The pandemic has been truly tragic for the entertainment sector. The prolonged and repeated Government restrictions shut venues and sadly caused many to have to close indefinitely. Performers have been forced to leave the profession in pursuit of a stable job to support families, but thankfully through the mutual resilience and support of friends, family & colleagues, we strive to reach the sector's flourishing highs and build the industry back to its former glory as soon as we possibly can. This will only however be possible with audience support through attendance to shows that hit the road over the coming months.
Why you are excited to get back on the stage with this thrilling show?
Jonathan:
I love standing alongside Jai as he is a blast to work with. His voice is also rather special to collaborate with. There is something special about a Scottish tone that certainly excites me to listen to it!
Jai:
Having completed the 1st half of the tour already, I can’t wait to get back out to see everyone in the audience and share the stage with Jonathan, it’s a fun show to be part of.
Join Jonathan and Jai and immerse yourself into the world of musical theatre with classics from Les Miserables, Phantom Of The Opera, Wicked, Jesus Christ Superstar, The Greatest Showman, Miss Saigon, Chess, We Will Rock You and many more.
The Royal Hippodrome Theatre, Friday 3rd June 7.30 pm. Tickets from £27.50 are available from the Box Office.
