34 years since he first performed Joseph within the 1991 London Palladium manufacturing of Joseph and the Superb Technicolour Dreamcoat, Jason Donovan has revealed he’s to return to the present to play the Pharaoh within the upcoming tour of the a lot liked Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice musical.
Donovan will play the position for one week solely on the Mayflower Theatre in Southhampton from Could thirteenth – 18th 2025.
As beforehand introduced the present touring manufacturing stars Christina Bianco as Narrator and Adam Filipe as Joseph, with Hugh Cotton as Reuben, and Will Haswell as Simeon. Joe McElderry will tackle the position of the Pharaoh for choose stops throughout the brand new tour.
Commenting on his return, the ‘Too Many Damaged Hearts’ says: “Joseph will at all times maintain a particular place in my coronary heart and to return to the present within the new Palladium manufacturing and later UK tour as Pharaoh was an unimaginable expertise. Southampton’s audiences have been electrifying and I can’t wait to revisit the town later this 12 months after I play my solely dates on the 2025 tour. Be certain you don’t miss out in your ‘dream’ ticket!”
Any Dream Will Do – Jason Donovan | Joseph and the Superb Technicolor Dreamcoat (Music Video)
Joseph and the Superb Technicolor Dreamcoat is a beloved musical by Andrew Lloyd Webber (music) and Tim Rice (lyrics). It was first carried out as a 15-minute pop cantata in 1968 and has since grown right into a full-length theatrical manufacturing celebrated worldwide.
The musical is a retelling of the Biblical story of Joseph from the Guide of Genesis. It follows Joseph, his father’s favourite son, who is presented a multicolored coat. His jealous brothers promote him into slavery, main him on a journey of misfortune and triumph. Finally, Joseph rises to energy in Egypt and reunites together with his household, showcasing themes of forgiveness and redemption.
The present has loved numerous productions, together with West Finish and Broadway runs, regional theater performances, and faculty productions. Its adaptability and energetic rating have made it a favourite for beginner {and professional} corporations alike.
Notable actors like Donny Osmond, Gareth Gates, Ian ‘H’ Watkins, Sheridan Smith, Alexandra Burke and Linzi Hateley have starred in main productions.
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