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Everybody's Talking About Jamie 2021 - Articles Page 3

Run Time:
Two hours and 40 minutes, with 1 intermission
Opened: May 20, 2021
Closing: December 15, 2020

Everybody's Talking About Jamie - 2021 West End History , Info & More

Apollo Theatre
29 Shaftesbury Avenue London

Jamie New is sixteen and lives on a council estate in Sheffield.

Jamie doesn't quite fit in.

Jamie is terrified about the future.

Jamie is going to be a sensation.

Supported by his brilliant loving mum and surrounded by his friends, Jamie overcomes prejudice, beats the bullies and steps out of the darkness, into the spotlight.


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BWW Review: EVERYBODY'S TALKING ABOUT JAMIE, Apollo Theatre
by Vikki Jane Vile - May 16, 2019


Drag Star Bianca Del Rio and Steps singer Faye Tozer officially joined the cast of Everybody's Talking About Jamie this week at a special Gala night. Amongst the attendees was the original 'Jamie' who inspired the story, Jamie Campbell, and Faye's fellow bandmates, Ian 'H' Watkins and Lee Latchford-Evans.

RuPaul's Drag Race Winner Bianca Del Rio To Join The Cast of EVERYBODY'S TALKING ABOUT JAMIE
by A.A. Cristi - March 28, 2019


Baz Bamigboye has reported that drag star Bianca del Rio will join the cast of the West End hit Everybody's Talking About Jamie!

Faye Tozer Will Play Miss Hedge In EVERYBODY'S TALKING ABOUT JAMIE
by Stephi Wild - March 22, 2019


Everybody's Talking About Jamie, the award-winning feel good musical sensation, is pleased to announce that Steps star and Strictly Come Dancing finalist, Faye Tozer, will take on the role of Miss Hedge from Saturday 6 May 2019 to Saturday 3 August 2019.

EVERYBODY'S TALKING ABOUT JAMIE is Now Booking To January 2020
by Stephi Wild - March 8, 2019


Everybody's Talking About Jamie, the award-winning feel good musical sensation, today announces the opening of a new booking period until Saturday 25 January 2020. Dazzling audiences at London's Apollo Theatre since November 2017 the musical is currently in its second year in the West End.

BWW Interview: Layton Williams Discusses EVERYBODY'S TALKING ABOUT JAMIE
by Fiona Scott - February 28, 2019


Layton Williams first appeared on a West End stage as Billy Elliot at the Victoria Palace Theatre in 2007. He now leads the cast of Everybody's Talking About Jamie and spoke to BroadwayWorld about stepping into the role of Jamie New.

Photo Flash: First Look at Layton Williams and the New Cast of EVERYBODY'S TALKING ABOUT JAMIE
by Stephi Wild - February 7, 2019


Everybody's Talking About Jamie, the award-winning feel good musical sensation, have released new production Images of their newly announced cast. The show now stars Layton William (Billy Elliot, Bad Education) in the title role of Jamie, Shane Richie (EastEnders) as Hugo/Loco Channelle, Hayley Tamaddon (Emmerdale, Coronation Street) as Miss Hedge, Sejal Keshwala as Ray and Sabrina Sandhu as Pritti Pasha. Rebecca McKinnis continues in the role as Jamie's Mum, Margaret.

EVERYBODY'S TALKING ABOUT JAMIE Welcomes New Cast, Announces UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - January 28, 2019


Everybody's Talking About Jamie, the award-winning feel good musical sensation, today welcomes new cast members for 2019. Layton Williams takes over the title role, Jamie New, joined by Shane Richie as Hugo/Loco Channelle, Hayley Tamaddon as Miss Hedge, Sejal Keshwala as Ray and Sabrina Sandhu as Pritti Pasha. Rebecca McKinnis continues in the role as Jamie's Mum, Margaret.

Hayley Tamaddon & More Join EVERYBODY'S TALKING ABOUT JAMIE
by Stephi Wild - January 9, 2019


Everybody's Talking About Jamie, the award-winning feel good musical sensation, is pleased to announce that TV star Hayley Tamaddon (Coronation Street) will be stepping into the role of Miss Hedge, Sejal Keshwala will join the company as Ray, and Sabrina Sandhu will be playing Pritti Pasha from 28 January 2019. They will join the previously announced Layton Williams who takes over the role of Jamie New and Shane Richie who will play Hugo/Loco Chanelle.

BWW Interview: Luke Bayer Discusses EVERYBODY'S TALKING ABOUT JAMIE
by Fiona Scott - January 3, 2019


Luke Bayer recently won the award for Best Performance By An Understudy/Alternate in Any Play or Musical  at the 2018 BroadwayWorld UK Awards. He speaks to BroadwayWorld about playing Jamie in Everybody's Talking About Jamie at the Apollo Theatre.

Shane Richie To Join the Cast of EVERYBODY'S TALKING ABOUT JAMIE On the West End
by A.A. Cristi - December 6, 2018


Everybody's Talking About Jamie, the award-winning feel good new musical sensation, has announced that Shane Richie, best known for playing the much-loved Alfie Moon in the BBC's EastEnders will take on the role of Hugo / Loco Chanelle from 28 January until 4 May 2019.

EVERYBODY'S TALKING ABOUT JAMIE Extends Booking Until September 2019
by Stephi Wild - November 6, 2018


Everybody's Talking About Jamie, the award-winning feel good musical sensation, today (6 November) celebrates its 1st anniversary at the Apollo Theatre in the West End and announces that booking is extending to 28 September 2019. The fairy tale continues.

TV: Find Out What Everybody's Taking About on the Red Carpet for EVERYBODY'S TALKING ABOUT JAMIE!
by TV - Red Carpets - November 1, 2018


Award-winning five-star hit musical, Everybody's Talking About Jamie, held a special VIP invitation-only screening just last week, in advance of public screenings on November 7, 11 and 14 in cinemas nationwide. 

Layton Williams Will Join The Cast of EVERYBODY'S TALKING ABOUT JAMIE
by A.A. Cristi - October 25, 2018


According to Baz Bamigboye of The Daily Mail, a replacement for the title role in the hit musical Everybody's Talking About Jamie has been confirmed!

Photo Flash: Jane Krakowski, Alexis Michelle, and More Attend EVERYBODY'S TALKING ABOUT JAMIE Screening
by Julie Musbach - October 24, 2018


Award-winning five-star hit musical, Everybody's Talking About Jamie, held a special VIP invitation-only screening on Monday, October 22, in advance of public screenings on November 7, 11 and 14 in cinemas nationwide. Check out photos from the evening below!

BWW Interview: Rebecca McKinnis and Lee Ross Discuss EVERYBODY'S TALKING ABOUT JAMIE
by Fiona Scott - October 4, 2018


Rebecca McKinnis and Lee Ross have recently joined the cast of Everybody's Talking About Jamie, a tale of a Sheffield schoolboy's fight for acceptance which has been playing at the Apollo Theatre since November 2017. They speak to BroadwayWorld about the show.

BWW Album Review: EVERYBODY'S TALKING ABOUT JAMIE (Original West End Cast Recording) is Delightfully Engaging
by David Clarke - October 1, 2018


Musicals about young people embracing their truest selves are often delightfully engaging, and Broadway Records release of EVERYBODY'S TALKING ABOUT JAMIE (Original West End Cast Recording) is no exception to that rule. The altogether charming album presents listeners with catchy pop musical theatre music that entertains as much as it speaks to the heart.

Michelle Visage Will Join the Company of EVERYBODY'S TALKING ABOUT JAMIE
by Stephi Wild - September 19, 2018


Everybody's Talking About Jamie, the award-winning feel good musical sensation, has announced that internationally renowned personality, Michelle Visage, will be making her West End musical debut playing the role of Miss Hedge from Thursday 18 October 2018 to Saturday 26 January 2019.

EVERYBODY'S TALKING ABOUT JAMIE Cast Recording is Available For Pre-Order Today
by Stephi Wild - September 13, 2018


Broadway Records today announced that Everybody's Talking About Jamie (Original West End Cast Recording) will be released digitally and in stores in North America on Friday, September 28, 2018. This North American edition of the West End original cast recording features deluxe packaging including full lyrics. The album is currently available for pre-order at www.BroadwayRecords.com.

Lee Ross and Rebecca McKinnis To Join the Cast of EVERYBODY'S TALKING ABOUT JAMIE
by Stephi Wild - July 13, 2018


Everybody's Talking About Jamie, the award-winning feel good new musical sensation, is pleased to announce that Rebecca McKinnis will be stepping into the role of Margaret New and Lee Ross will be joining the cast to play Hugo from 16 July.

EVERYBODY'S TALKING ABOUT JAMIE Live Screening Reaches Number One At UK Cinema Box Office
by Julie Musbach - July 6, 2018


On 5 July, Everybody's Talking About Jamie, the award-winning feel good new musical sensation, was screened live by satellite into over 500 cinemas across the UK and Ireland and was confirmed by ComScore to have reached #No1 at the UK cinema box office that evening.

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Everybody's Talking About Jamie - 2021 West End Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners will appear on a background
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
2018 Olivier Awards Best Actor In A Musical John McCrea
2018 Olivier Awards Best Actress In A Musical Josie Walker
2018 Olivier Awards Best Theatre Choreographer Kate Prince
2018 Olivier Awards Outstanding Achievement In Music Dan Gillespie Sells

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