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BIO

Idriss Kargbo is a London-based actor whose musical theatre credits include Five Guys Named Moe, Wicked, Shrek, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, The Scottsboro Boys, The Lion King, Thriller Live! and Oliver.

STAGE CREDITS

[West End]
Original London Production, 2021
Boq [Replacement]

[West End]
Underbelly Productions Revival, 2017
Little Moe [Replacement]


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Video: I WISH YOU WELL West End Trailer

Following a successful stint at the Underbelly at this year’s Edinburgh Fringe and with a run of positive reviews in its tracks, the musical comedy of the Hollywood court case that had the internet gripped in 2023 has come to the West End, with an official trailer now released. Watch the trailer for I Will You Well in the video here!
Gwyneth Paltrow Ski Trial Musical I WISH YOU WELL Will Transfer to the Criterion Theatre

Following a successful stint at the Underbelly at this year's Edinburgh Fringe and with a run of positive reviews in its tracks, the musical comedy of the Hollywood court case that had the internet gripped in 2023 will come to the West End from Wednesday 11 September 2024.
Photos: Go Inside the PIPPIN 50th Anniversary Concert with Alex Newell and More

Just yesterday, Tony Award-winning Broadway star of Shucked, Grammy nominated Alex Newell, led the 50th anniversary concert production of PIPPIN. Check out photos from the special night!
Review: PIPPIN - 50TH ANNIVERSARY CONCERT, Theatre Royal Drury Lane

Stephen Schwartz's 70s musical Pippin makes a triumphant return with a note perfect casting at Drury Lane's concert version, with Fosse-inspired choreography and costumes given a disco pride vibe. Alex Newell's vocals do not disappoint, Jac Yarrow is a fine lead, while Patricia Hodge is a poignant Berthe.
Patricia Hodge, Lucie Jones, Cedric Neal, Zizi Strallen, and Jac Yarrow Will Lead 50th Anniversary Concert of PIPPIN

The latest stars have been announced to join Tony Award-winning Broadway star of Shucked, Grammy nominated Alex Newell, in the upcoming 50th anniversary concert production of PIPPIN, with the score performed by the London Musical Theatre Orchestra.
Video: First Look at Jodie Prenger in GYPSY at the Opera House Manchester

An all new video is giving a first look at Jodie Prenger as Rose ahead of a new one-night concert version of Gypsy, at the Opera House, Manchester on Sunday 25th February. Check out the video here!
Full Cast and Creative Team Set For Hope Mill Theatre's GYPSY Fundraising Concert

Hope Mill Theatre has revealed the full cast that will be joining the already-announced Jodie Prenger in a new one-night concert version of Gypsy, at the Opera House, Manchester on Sunday 25th February.
Cast Set For MTFestUK 2024

This year, the festival will shine the spotlight on eight new musicals from 30 January to 11 February workshopped and presented in ‘sharing' sessions in both The Other Palace Studio and The Turbine Theatre. Learn more about the cast here!
THIS ONE'S FOR YOU - A TRIBUTE TO ELTON JOHN is Coming to Wonderville for Three Nights

For three Saturday nights 26th November, 3rd December and 17th December This One's for You - a tribute to Elton John is coming to the West End of London. This show features a cast of 3 world class vocalists (Dougie Carter, Ali Higgins and David Bulley), get your tickets now to enjoy a night of all the classic Elton John hits!
ROLES WE'LL NEVER PLAY Returns to the Other Palace

Roles We'll Never Play is back! Tom Duern announced a fundraising concert with an all star cast.
West End Comes Together For Spectacular MUSICAL CON at ExCel London, 22-23 Oct 2022

Learn all about MUSICAL CON including stars, activities and how to get tickets. Brand new for 2022, thousands of musical theatre fans and enthusiasts will come together under one roof for the first time for a weekend-long celebration of musicals at the iconic ExCeL London.
Courtney Bowman, Sophie Isaacs & More to Star in ROLES WE'LL NEVER PLAY

Roles We'll Never Play has announced an all star cast for their next West End show! The 5-star show is back for one night only at the Lyric Theatre, the concerts biggest venue yet, on Monday 7th March 2022.
VIDEO: First Listen to a Song From New Musical THE REGULARS at Hope Mill Theatre's TURN ON FEST

The first song and video has been released from new musical The Regulars, which is set to be the headline show for the Hope Mill Theatre's third annual LGBTQIA+ Arts Festival Turn On Fest.
Cast Anounced For The UK Premiere Of THE REGULARS at Hope Mill Theatre's LGBTQIA+ Arts Festival

Final casting is today announced for 'The Regulars', the headline event of Turn On Fest, Hope Mill Theatre's  3rd annual LGBTQIA+ festiva.
John Owen-Jones, Jodie Steele, and More Set For WEST END MUSICAL CHRISTMAS; Full Cast Announced!

The biggest stars from London’s West End are celebrating the festive season in WEST END MUSICAL CHRISTMAS live at the Lyric Theatre on Monday 20th December!
Hope Mill Theatre Will Present A Celebration Of Musical Theatre At Hope Fest

The show will feature a selection of some of the best loved songs from the genre, including medleys of classics from Gilbert & Sullivan and Rodgers & Hammerstein,  to more recent hits like You Will Be Found from Dear Evan Hansen.
Photo Flash: Rehearsals Are Underway for THE WIND IN THE WILLOWS at the Turbine Theatre

The Wind in the Willows is a beautiful and enchanting musical production written by Academy Award winner Julian Fellowes (Downton Abbey) with music by the award-winning Stiles & Drewe (Mary Poppins), presented by the Turbine Theatre, London.  
Photo Flash: Check Out Production Shots of MTFESTUK 2021 Musicals FAR FROM HEAVEN & #50DAYS

The Festival sets out to promote quality artistry, showcasing new musicals to UK audiences with a view to elevating them to full production, and giving audiences an insight into the process of creating new work and the art of collaboration.
Rebecca Gilliland, Scott Paige, Lewis Cornay and More Join ROLES WE'LL NEVER PLAY

Further casting has been announced for Roles We'll Never Play on Saturday 22nd May at The Vaudeville Theatre in London. Rebecca Gilliland (Wicked), Scott Paige (The Addams Family), Lewis Cornay (The Book of Mormon), Sean Parkins (Wicked), Natalie Green (The Prince Of Egypt) and Alex Weatherhill (Chicago) have joined the lineup.
The Theatre Cafe and Mazz Murray Release Cookbook With Recipes From Kerry Ellis, Carrie Hope Fletcher, Ruthie Henshall, and More

The Theatre Cafe has announced that they have teamed up with West End legend Mazz Murray to release a 'stagey' cookbook, packed with food and drink from performers across the industry. The book is announced on 16 March 2021, one year since the West End went dark due to the global pandemic.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Idriss Kargbo been in?

Idriss Kargbo has not appeared on Broadway.

How many West End shows has Idriss Kargbo been in?

Idriss Kargbo has appeared on London's West End in 2 shows.

What was Idriss Kargbo's first West End show?

Idriss Kargbo's first West End show was Five Guys Named Moe which opened in 2017

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