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Alexandra Burke is truly one of the UK’s most distinguishable powerhouse voices, having sold over 5 million records in the UK and clocked-up over 150 million streams.



Alexandra’s three studio albums Overcome (2009), Heartbreak On Hold (2012) and The Truth Is (2018) have spawned smash hit singles across the last decade including #1 Bad Boys (Feat. Flo Rida), #4 All Night Long (Feat. Pitbull), #1 Start Without You (Feat. Laza Morgan), #3 Elephant (Feat. Erick Morillo) and #8 Broken Heels. Her debut single Hallelujah was a millionselling chart-topper, a first for a British female soloist, and was the best-selling single of 2008.

Alexandra has established herself as one of the UK’s most sought-after leading ladies in London’s West End. Her 2014 theatre debut was as Rachel Marron in the highly acclaimed musical, The Bodyguard before stepping into the lead role of Deloris van Cartier in Sister Act in 2016. It was a double-whammy in 2018 as Alexandra starred in Chess at the London Coliseum, followed by her favourite role to date as Roxie Hart in the West End production of Chicago. In 2019, Alexandra reprised her role as Rachel Marron in the worldwide touring production of The Bodyguard, finishing in Japan.

Alexandra first rose to fame twelve years ago, winning the fifth series of The X Factor in 2008 while duetting with her idol Beyonce. This iconic performance has been viewed over 35 million times on YouTube. Debut album Overcome, featured three #1 singles, spent a year on the UK Album chart, has sold-over 850,000 copies and earned three BRIT Award nominations.

Alexandra is proudly an official ambassador for Smart Works, The Commonwealth, Breast Cancer Care, WellChild, Diabetes UK and Notting Hill Carnival. It is important for Alexandra to give back to her community and causes close to her heart, she will always find time for charity amongst her work commitments.

In 2018, in the wake of her beloved mothers passing, Alexandra setup the The Melissa Bell Foundation in her mother’s honour to help disadvantage children gain access to music, dance and drama classes at the world-renowned Sylvia Young Theatre School in London. She also set-up The Fall Ball, a gala event aiming to raise funds for the foundation.

A firm favourite across both stage and screen, Alexandra reached the final of BBC One’s Strictly Come Dancing in 2017. Last month she took part in The Great Celebrity Bake Off for Stand Up To Cancer 2021 on Channel 4 where she was crowned ‘Star Baker’. Later this year Alexandra will originate the role of Julianne Potter in the world premiere of My Best Friend’s Wedding touring across the UK and Ireland from September 2021.

Alexandra is currently writing and recording her eagerly-awaited fourth studio album.

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STAGE CREDITS

[West End]
2026
Chaka Khan ()

[West End]
2024
Deloris Van Cartier [Replacement]

[Replacement]

[West End]
West End Revival, 2021
The Narrator


[West End]
London Coliseum Revival Production, 2018
Svetlana


[West End]
West End Return Engagement, 2018
Roxie Hart [Replacement]

[Replacement]

[West End]
West End Original Production, 2012
Rachel Marron [Replacement]

[Replacement]

News


I’M EVERY WOMAN Reschedules London Performances Due to Temporary Closure of The Peacock Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 2, 2026

Due to essential building works requiring the temporary closure of the Peacock Theatre, the originally scheduled March engagement of I’m Every Woman – The Chaka Khan Musical will no longer proceed.
SLEEPING BEAUTY Pantomime Comes to Milton Keynes Theatre in December 2026
by Stephi Wild - Feb 26, 2026

Alexandra Burke will lead this year's production of Sleeping Beauty as the wicked Carabosse at Milton Keynes Theatre, alongside TV and theatre star Richard Cadell as Muddles with his lovable friends Sooty and Sweep.
Photos: I'M EVERY WOMAN - THE CHAKA KHAN MUSICAL in Rehearsal at the Peacock Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Feb 17, 2026

All new rehearsal photos have been released for I'm Every Woman - The Chaka Khan Musical, beginning at The Peacock Theatre in March. Check out the photos here!
Sadler's Wells March Lineup Includes I'M EVERY WOMAN and More
by Stephi Wild - Feb 9, 2026

Sadler's Wells will present a series of ballet productions and the world premiere of 'I'M EVERY WOMAN – THE CHAKA KHAN MUSICAL' starring Alexandra Burke this March.
Sadler’s Wells Celebrates 30 Years at The Peacock Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jan 29, 2026

This year Sadler's Wells celebrates 30 years at its home in the West End, the Peacock Theatre with a vibrant celebratory programme showcasing the very best in dance and live entertainment.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld October 28, 2025- Ben Platt and Rachel Zegler to Lead THE LAST FIVE YEARS and More
by - Oct 28, 2025

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is October 28, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Alexandra Burke Will Lead I’M EVERY WOMAN THE CHAKA KHAN MUSICAL
by Stephi Wild - Oct 27, 2025

Multi-platinum recording artist and award-winning actress Alexandra Burke will play Chaka Khan in I'M EVERY WOMAN THE MUSICAL, the powerful and inspiring life story of the award-winning, multi-platinum selling, global icon herself.
Rhiannon Chesterman, Noah Harrison, and Carly Joan Furlong Join THE PANTOMIME ADVENTURES OF PETER PAN at Mayflower Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 4, 2025

Southampton's Mayflower Theatre and Crossroads Pantomimes have announced further casting for this year's MAGICAL pantomime adventure, The Pantomime Adventures of Peter Pan.
Photos: THE ADDAMS FAMILY is Now On UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - Jul 14, 2025

All new production photos have been released from THE ADDAMS FAMILY UK Tour. Starring in the musical are Alexandra Burke as Morticia Addams, Lesley Joseph as Grandma, Clive Rowe as Uncle Fester and Ricardo Afonso as Gomez Addams.
Photos: THE ADDAMS FAMILY UK Tour Cast in Rehearsals
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 2, 2025

You can now get a first look inside rehearsals for THE ADDAMS FAMILY UK Tour. Learn more about the production's tour dates and see how to purchase tickets.
Interview: Actor Clive Rowe on Joy, Happiness, Laughter and Playing Uncle Fester in THE ADDAMS FAMILY UK Tour
by Kat Mokrynski - Jul 2, 2025

Recently, we had the chance to talk with Clive Rowe, who will be playing Uncle Fester in the touring production of The Addams Family. We discussed what it is like to be taking the show on tour, why he’s not going to listen to the original cast album and even how acting as a career is a bit like eating chocolate for a living!
Video: Lauren Jones Performs 'Pulled' From THE ADDAMS FAMILY UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - Jun 25, 2025

An all new video has been released of Lauren Jones, who plays Wednesday Addams in the UK tour of The Addams Family, performing the song 'Pulled.' The video also features Beth Jerem (piano), David Hornberger (cello) and Rosie Wooding (cello).
Full Cast Set For THE ADDAMS FAMILY Musical UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - Jun 16, 2025

The full cast has been announced for THE ADDAMS FAMILY The Musical Comedy UK tour which will begin its run at Birmingham Hippodrome in July. Learn more here!
Alexandra Burke Will Star as Morticia Addams in THE ADDAMS FAMILY UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - Mar 27, 2025

Casting has been announced for the UK tour of The Addams Family, including Alexandra Burke, Lesley Joseph, Clive Rowe, and Ricardo Afonso. Learn more here!
Cassidy Janson Will Perform Live at the Vaudeville Theatre as Part of the Westway Sessions
by Stephi Wild - Feb 24, 2025

Westway Music has announced further details of Cassidy Janson's concert, the second of the Westway Sessions, a series of Monday night concerts with leading stars of the West End and Broadway at the Vaudeville Theatre.
ROBIN HOOD Becomes The London Palladium's Best-selling Pantomime
by Stephi Wild - Jan 13, 2025

As the curtain fell on yesterday's closing performance of the annual West End spectacle of the Palladium Pantomime, this year's production Robin Hood has become the most successful of them all.
Previews: ART at Carriage Barn Arts Center At Waveny Park
by Sherry Shameer Cohen - Jan 9, 2025

Three men's friendship is strained by an all-white canvas. @metrojournalist
Interview: Christina Bianco on Playing The Narrator in JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT
by Natalie O'Donoghue - Nov 11, 2024

BroadwayWorld catches up with actress and singer Christina Bianco to chat about playing the narrator in the upcoming tour of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat.
Beverley Knight, Amanda Holden, & More Serving as Guest Judges in RUPAULS' DRAG RACE UK Season 6
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 27, 2024

RuPaul’s Drag Race UK will return to WOW Presents Plus in the US and select territories this fall for another round of fabulosity, fierce fashion and fun. Ahead of the new season, the celebrity guest judges have been announced, which include theater actresses Beverley Knight and Amanda Holden. Check out the full list here!
Video: Check Out a New Trailer for SISTER ACT in the West End
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 21, 2024

Watch a new trailer for Sister Act in the West End! Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Alexandra Burke been in?

Alexandra Burke has not appeared on Broadway.

How many West End shows has Alexandra Burke been in?

Alexandra Burke has appeared on London's West End in 6 shows.

What was Alexandra Burke's first West End show?

Alexandra Burke's first West End show was The Bodyguard which opened in 2012

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