The Big Life 2005

Opened: May 23, 2005
Closing: October 01, 2005

The Big Life - 2005 - West End History , Info & More

Apollo Theatre
29 Shaftesbury Avenue London

On the Windrush over from the Caribbean to England, a pact is made by a group of men not to get involved with women for three years whilst they institute a regime of work and betterment. Each man's resolve is tested as one by one they fall prey to Cupid's arrow.

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The Big Life FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of The Big Life have there been?
The Big Life has had 2 productions including London Fringe which opened in 2004 and West End which opened in 2005.
What awards has The Big Life been nominated for?
The Big Life has been nominated for several awards. It was nominated for Best New Musical at the Olivier Awards for Paul Joseph. Additionally, Tameka Empson was nominated for Best Performance in a Supporting Role in a Musical at the Olivier Awards.

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