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James "Jay" McGuiness is a British singer, songwriter and actor best known as a vocalist with boy band The Wanted. In 2015, partnered with Aliona Vilani, he won the 13th series of BBC's Strictly Come Dancing. In recent years, McGuiness has forged a career in musical theatre starring in BIG!

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West End Premiere, 2019
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Lee Latchford-Evans Joins Select Performances of the UK Tour of & JULIET

Steps star Lee Latchford-Evans will play Lance at select performances of the second leg of the UK tour of & Juliet. He is set to alternate the role with Ranj Singh. Learn more here!
Jay McGuiness Joins UK and Ireland Tour of & JULIET

The Wanted band member and 2015 Strictly Come Dancing winner Jay McGuiness will star as Shakespeare during the second leg of the tour of & Juliet, from Bristol to Nottingham.
2:22 - A GHOST STORY Will Embark on New UK Tour

The critically acclaimed hit supernatural thriller 2:22 - A Ghost Story will embark on an extensive UK-wide tour, opening at Manchester Opera House on 4 August 2025, and continuing through to June 2026. 
Cast of 2:22 A GHOST STORY Mark the Play's Arrival in Salford With Visit to Ordsall Hall

The cast of 2:22 A GHOST STORY visited Ordsall Hall, one of Salford's most haunted buildings, to mark the play's arrival in the region. Learn more about 2:22 A Ghost Story and see how to purchase tickets.
Photos: First Look at the West End Return of 2:22 - A GHOST STORY

All new production photos have been released marking return of 2:22 - A Ghost Story to London’s West End. Donna Air will play Lauren and Joe McFadden will play Sam; Stacey Dooley will play Jenny, in her stage debut, and James Buckley reprises the role of Ben.
Donna Air and Joe McFadden Join the Cast of the West End Return of 2:22 A GHOST STORY

The final two cast members have been announced for the return of 2:22 - A Ghost Story to London's West End later this month. Donna Air will play Lauren and Joe McFadden will play Sam, joining Stacey Dooley as Jenny, in her stage debut, and James Buckley reprising the role of Ben.
Stacey Dooley and James Buckley Will Lead West End Return of 2:22 - A GHOST STORY

Initial casting has been announced for the return of 2:22 - A Ghost Story to London’s West End. The cast will be led by Stacey Dooley and James Buckley.
2:22 - A GHOST STORY Will Return to the West End Next Month

2:22 - A Ghost Story will return to London's West End. Running for a strictly limited 10-week season at the Gielgud Theatre, where the second cast of the show performed in 2020/21.
Photos: First Look at the UK Tour of 2:22 - A GHOST STORY

All new production images have been released from the UK tour of Danny Robins’ thriller 2:22 - A Ghost Story. Check out the photos here!
New Cast Set For The UK Tour Of 2:22 A GHOST STORY

The new cast has been revealed for the UK tour of Danny Robins' edge-of-your-seat, supernatural thriller 2:22 - A Ghost Story. Find out who is starring in the show here!
Review: WHITE CHRISTMAS, Liverpool Empire Theatre

While last week's snow may have melted away, there will still be a White Christmas in Liverpool thanks to the touring production of Irving Berlin's beloved Holiday classic.
Photos: THE WANTED Bandmates Support Jay McGuiness at WHITE CHRISTMAS

The Wanted band members Siva Kaneswaran and Nathan Sykes came to support Jay McGuiness  in Nottingham for the opening of WHITE CHRISTMAS The Musical. Check out photos!
Photos: First Look at Jay McGuiness, Lorna Luft and Michael Starke in WHITE CHRISTMAS UK Tour

See new production photos for the UK Tour of Irving Berlin’s WHITE CHRISTMAS The Musical, starring Jay McGuiness, Lorna Luft and Michael Starke.
Video: First Look at Jay McGuiness, Lorna Luft & More in Rehearsals for WHITE CHRISTMAS UK Tour

The WHITE CHRISTMAS UK tour cast features Jay McGuiness as Bob Wallace, Lorna Luft as Martha Watson, and more. WHITE CHRISTMAS opens on Saturday 12 November at the Truro Hall for Cornwall before touring around the country. See rehearsal footage here!
Photos: Inside Rehearsal For the UK Tour of WHITE CHRISTMAS

All new photos have been released of Jay McGuiness, Lorna Luft and the cast of the WHITE CHRISTMAS UK Tour in rehearsals.
Full Cast Announced For WHITE CHRISTMAS UK Tour Starring Jay McGuiness, Lorna Luft, and Michael Starke

The full company has been announced for the UK tour of Made at Curve's production of Irving Berlin's WHITE CHRISTMAS.
Giovanna Fletcher, Louise Redknapp, Joanne Clifton, and Many More Announced as Special Guests For FRIENDSICAL

Star-studded guest cameos have been announced for the acclaimed Friendsical musical which is touring the country off the back of its success at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival.
Susan Wokoma Announced as Host of The Stage Debut Awards 2022 Alongside Presenters and Performers

BAFTA Award-winning actor Susan Wokoma has been announced as the host of The Stage Debut Awards 2022, in association with Ambassador Theatre Group. The Stage Debut Awards celebrate the very best breakthrough talent in theatre, from actors and directors to designers, writers, composers and lyricists, all of whom have made their professional debuts in the past two years.
Jay McGuiness, Lorna Luft, and More Will Lead the UK Tour of WHITE CHRISTMAS

Principal casting has been announced for Made at Curve's production of Irving Berlin's WHITE CHRISTMAS touring the UK this winter. The production will star Jay McGuiness as Bob Wallace, Lorna Luft as Martha Watson, Michael Starke as General Waverly and Dan Burton, Jessica Daley and Monique Young returning in their roles as Phil Davis, Betty Haynes and Judy Haynes respectively.
Strictly Come Dancing 2020: Meet The Cast

Strictly Come Dancing is going to look very different to any of its previous 15 years, as producer of the annual sequinned extravaganza, Sarah James, explained when she recently addressed the media to reveal how the Coronavirus-friendly edition of the show will work.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Jay McGuiness been in?

Jay McGuiness has not appeared on Broadway.

How many West End shows has Jay McGuiness been in?

Jay McGuiness has appeared on London's West End in 1 shows.

What was Jay McGuiness's first West End show?

Jay McGuiness's first West End show was Big The Musical which opened in 2019

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