Pick Me Up Theatre have revealed the full cast of Nativity! The Musical, which returns to York after a smash-hit run two years ago. The cast includes nearly 50 children handpicked from all over Yorkshire.
Adam Sowter will play the role of Mr Poppy alongside Alex Hogg as Mr Maddens, Alexandra Mather as Jennifer, Jonny Holbek as Mr Shakespeare and James Willstrop as the acid tongued critic and the Hollywood Producer.
They are joined by David Todd as Lord Mayor, Alison Taylor as Mrs Bevan and Victoria Lightfoot as TJ’s Mum. Cracker the dog is Branwell!
48 local children chosen from across Yorkshire will play the students of rival schools, St. Bernadette’s and Oakmoor Prep.
The musical follows St Bernadette's Primary School, where teacher Mr Maddens and his assistant, Mr Poppy attempt to mount a musical version of the nativity, promising it will be adapted into a Hollywood movie in order to out do rival school Oakmoor Prep!
The musical features all the famous songs from the film including "Sparkle and Shine", "Nazareth", "One Night One Moment" and "She's The Brightest Star".
Nativity! The Musical, adapted for the stage by Debbie Isitt, the creator of the much-loved films, runs at York Grand Opera House from Friday 22nd – Sat 30th November 2024.
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