Jane Eyre the Musical in Blackpool

As we found out when we heard about Sophie Worsley, who is playing Adèle, Jane Eyre the Musical will be on stage at Blackpool's Grand Theatre from June 27 to July 1.

This is Lancashire has an article on it and how it's coming along, especially as far as the 16 children involved are concerned, Sophie Worsley among them.

Jane Eyre The Musical, which will premier at Blackpool Grand Theatre on June 27, has a cast totalling 45, 16 of which are children between the ages of 8 and 14.
And the 16 talented youngsters in the Fylde have been receiving their final coaching in Victorian school day life.
The children have been given special permission to perform, not only for each evening's show, but also for the Wednesday matinee, which has been specially scheduled for the benefit of schools and education establishments.
The famous story of Jane Eyre makes for a dramatic storyline in this gripping new musical.
This haunting adaptation of Charlotte Brontë's novel opened in 2000 on Broadway, to rave reviews and composer Paul Gordon has created memorable melodies and lyrics. [...]
Premier Theatre Company artistic director, Sarah Jane Stone said: "Jane Eyre has been made easy with humour and music and that all important happy ending.
"It is without doubt still a modern day love story.
"All this has been attained without detracting from the original work of Charlotte Bronte which is so highly valued."
The production is being staged using some of the most advanced lighting and sound techniques both being provided by West End professional organisations and the production is set to follow in the steps of the blockbuster Ragtime which took the Grand Theatre audiences by storm last June.

Sounds like a treat! But bear in mind what a limited space of time it will be on stage, so if you are in the area you should get a ticket as soon as possible! Here's how:

Jane Eyre The Musical runs from June 27 to July 1 with performances nightly and matinees on Wednesday and Saturday. The company is offering generous concessions for all those in full time education. Tickets are from £6.50 and are available at the box office on 01253 290190.

As usual, anyone attending this performance is more than welcome to let us know how they liked it :)

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