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Before his success in the Superstar competition, Forster played the role of Doody in Grease and was involved in Thriller – Live in 2009. Singer/songwriter Forster is based in London and performs nationally and internationally. Originally from Sunderland, he was a child singer and actor who won a scholarship at the prestigious Italia Conti Academy in London at 16.

During his training, he was heavily featured in the BBC's prime time fly-on-the-wall documentary The Dream Academy which aired to over 3 million people. The Broccoli family (of James Bond fame) staged the musical La Cava in London the same year, and Forster won a role, to make his West End debut in the production. He then went on to another lead singer role in Lennon and McCartney's West End musical All You Need Is Love. It was during the run of this show that the 20-year-old Forster began songwriting. He then began a solo singing career and signed a record deal with an independent label. He wrote and produced his first ten-song live album, but the recording company declared bankruptcy and Forster's solo musical ambitions were put on hold.

After finishing the 2012 arena tour of Jesus Christ Superstar, Forster went on to play the role of Brad Majors in the 40th anniversary tour of The Rocky Horror Show, alongside Roxanne Pallett, Rhydian, Kristian Lavercombe and Oliver Thornton.

Forster was to reprise the role of Jesus for the North American tour of JCS, joining other recording artists that included Incubus' Brandon Boyd as Judas Iscariot, Destiny's Child's Michelle Williams as Mary Magdalene, 'N Sync's JC Chasez as Pontius Pilate, and Public Image Ltd's John Lydon as King Herod. The North American tour was cancelled on 30 May 2014.

In 2013–14 Forster performed the role of Magaldi in the West End production of Evita in the Dominion Theatre.

In October 2015, Forster reprised the role of Buddy in Elf: The Musical at the Dominion Theatre, a role which he originated in the UK première in 2014 in Plymouth. The show ran until January 2016.

Since 1 February 2016 Forster has been portraying the role of The Phantom in London's The Phantom of the Opera.

On 6 January 2018, while performing in Elf the Musical, Forster came down off a ladder mid-performance causing the show to stop immediately. It was later revealed that he had broken his ankle in the process, and would not finish his run with the show.

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Ben Forster STAGE CREDITS

[West End]
Original London Production, 2021
The Phantom [Replacement]

[West End]
West End, 0
Buddy


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JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR Returns To The King's Theatre, Glasgow in July

The Olivier Award-winning reimagined production of Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice's celebrated musical JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR will return to The King's Theatre, Glasgow from 28 July – 4 August. Learn more about the show here!

Initial Lineup Set For WEST END MUSICAL CHRISTMAS 2023

The West End’s number-one concert series is back with another feel-good, all-singing, all-dancing Christmas extravaganza! 

JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR is Coming to the Milton Keynes Theatre This Month

Don't miss the Olivier Award-winning reimagined production of Jesus Christ Superstar at Milton Keynes Theatre. Catch this iconic musical with its 1970s rock score from Mon 30 Oct to Sat 4 Nov. Book your tickets now!

Aimie Atkinson, Alice Fearn, Lucie Jones, and More Set For MUSICAL CON 2023; Full Schedule Released!

Musical Con have released the full schedule for the second year of the UK's official musical fan convention, which is taking place at ExCeL London later this month. Learn more about who will be in attendance here!

Full Cast Revealed For the UK Tour of JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR

Full casting has been announced for the UK tour of the Olivier Award-winning reimagined production of Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber's celebrated musical JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR. Find out who is starring in the tour here!

Julian Clary Will Play Herod in UK Tour of JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR

 Julian Clary will play the role of Herod for the launch of the UK tour of the Olivier Award-winning reimagined production of Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber’s celebrated musical JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR. 

Ian McIntosh, Shem Omari James, and Hannah Richardson Will Lead the UK Tour of JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR

Initial casting has been announced for the UK tour of the Olivier Award-winning reimagined production of and Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber's celebrated musical JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR.

MUSICAL CON Reveals 70 Special Guests Joining Fans at ExCel London

MUSICAL CON, the West End's official musical theatre fan convention, is back with over 70 West End stars joining fans at the ExCeL London on Saturday 21 and Sunday 22 October 2023.

JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR Will Tour the UK in 2023/2024

Following several acclaimed and sold-out runs in London as well as an extensive tour of North America, the Olivier Award-winning reimagined production of Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice's celebrated musical JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR will embark on a UK tour in 2023/2024.

Over £75,000 Has Been Raised For Acting For Others at This Year's ONE NIGHT ONLY at The Ivy, West Street

Theatrical charity Acting for Others has announced that over £75,000 has been raised at this year's One Night Only that returned to The Ivy, West Street on Sunday 4 December for the first time following the Covid-19 Pandemic.

MUSICAL CON 2023 Dates Released

West End musical convention Musical Con is to return in 2023!

Acting For Others Announces ONE NIGHT ONLY at The Ivy, Featuring Adjoa Andoh, Annette Badland, Jim Carter, and More!

Theatrical charity Acting for Others and The Ivy has announced the return of One Night Only at The Ivy on London Theatreland's West Street, on Sunday 4 December 2022.

Olivier Award Stolen From Musical Con Has Been Found

The Olivier Award, which had been stolen during October's Musical Con, has been found! The fan convention took place at ExCeL London in October. The event was the first of its kind and brought together 10,000 musical theatre fans for a celebration of musicals.

Full Schedule Released for Musical Con, the UK's First Ever Musical Theatre Fan Convention

Musical Con have released the full schedule for their exciting fan convention, which is taking place at ExCeL London later this month. The sold-out event is the first of its kind and brings together 10,000 musical theatre fans and enthusiasts over the weekend for a celebration of musicals.

Interview: Matt Blaker Talks About Being The New Raoul And The Enduring Appeal Of THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA

Matt Blaker recently starred in Carousel at Kilworth House Theatre. He is now returning to The Phantom of the Opera as the newest resident Raoul. We spoke with Blaker about his career, as well as taking on the role of the Vicomte de Chagny.

Further Tickets Released for MUSICAL CON, the UK's First Musical Theatre Fan Convention

The convention, which is taking place at ExCeL London in October, will bring thousands of musical theatre fans and enthusiasts together under one roof for the first time.

Guest Blog: Jason Gale On The Importance of Theatre in The London Lifestyle Awards

When I first created the London Lifestyle Awards® back in 2009, one of the initial categories that I wrote on my A4 sheet of paper was ‘Theatre Show of the Year’. There were several reasons for doing this and, from the first awards in 2010 right up until this year, it has remained one of the most nominated and most voted for categories across the entire awards.

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.

BroadwayHD to Present FIDDLER ON THE ROOF, EASTER PARADE & More!

This April, BroadwayHD will bring some of Broadway's most iconic and lavish productions into the homes of theatre fans and families globally.

Ben Forster Sues ELF THE MUSICAL After Onstage Injury

West End star Ben Forster is suing the producers of Elf the Musical after he broke his ankle on stage while performing in the show four years ago. 

Ben Forster FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Ben Forster has not appeared on Broadway.

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Ben Forster's first West End show was Elf The Musical which opened in 2015

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