Wednesday, 22 April 2009

Brian Conley takes over from Michael Ball in Hairspray!

BroadwayWorld is confirming the rumour that one of the biggest UK entertainers, Brian Conley is to take over the role of Edna Turnblad in the West Ends Production of Hairspray.

Mr Conley will take over the role on Monday 27th July 2009, following the departure of Michael Ball, who has been in the role since the production opened in the Shaftsbury Theatre in October 2007. Speaking about playing Edna, My Conley said "I've done a lot in my career, but wearing a dress and heels every night and being married to Nigel Planer weren't things I was expecting to be doing all at the same time, and in front of thousands of people! I'm absolutely delighted to be back in the West End and joining one of the most uplifting, happy and, not to mention, successful shows in town. Being part of something that brings a smile to people's faces, especially in these troubled times, is a real treat and I can't wait to get on stage at the Shaftesbury."

Brians last major stage role was in the revival of The Music Man in Chichester in 2008, where he played con man Harold Hill alongside Broadways current Mary Poppins, Scarlett Strallen.

The show will also be saying hello to newcomer Chloe Hart, who will be taking over the role of Tracy Turnblad.

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