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Theatre includes: Blues in the Night (Kiln); Sweet Charity (Donmar Warehouse); Girl From The North Country (The Old Vic/Noël Coward); The Threepenny Opera (NT); Anything Goes (Sheffield/UK Tour); The Bodyguard - Olivier Award nomination, ‘Best Performance in a Supporting Role in a Musical’ (Adelphi); Chicago (Cambridge/Adelphi); Sister Act (London Palladium); Oliver! (Cyprus); I Love You Because (Landor); East (Leicester Curve); West Side Story (Prince of Wales); Tonight’s The Night (Victoria Palace); Rent (Prince of Wales/UK Tour); Fame (UK Tour); Guys And Dolls (Sheffield); Pal Joey (Chichester); Poison (Tricycle); Boogie Nights (Savoy).

Television includes: The Two Wolves; West Side Stories – The Making of a Classic.

Film includes: Hollow.

Recordings include: Girl From the North Country; Sister Act; Chess in Concert; You Are Home, (Anderson and Petty); Tonight’s the Night.

Other work includes: Best of the Rock Musicals (Eventim Apollo); King (Hackney Empire); The World Goes Round (The Other Palace); Rhythm of Life (St. James Theatre); Chess in Concert (Royal Albert Hall) Les Misérables and Jesus Christ Superstar in concert (Jersey).

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Debbie Kurup STAGE CREDITS

[West End]
West End Premiere, 2021
Queen Tuya

[West End]
West End Revival, 2019
Cast

[West End]
West End Original Production, 2012
Nicky

[West End]
Original London Production, 2009
KT

Ensemble

[West End]
Original London Production, 2003
Dee Dee

[West End]
London Revival, 1997
Velma Kelly [Replacement]


Debbie Kurup Awards and Nominations

Olivier Awards - 2013 - Best Performance in a Supporting Role in a Musical

Debbie KurupThe Bodyguard

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Review Roundup: LA CAGE AUX FOLLES Opens at Regent's Park Open Air Theatre


See what the critics are saying about La Cage aux Folles at Regent's Park Open Air Theatre.

LA CAGE AUX FOLLES Extends at Regent's Park Open Air Theatre


Due to popular demand, Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre has announced an extra week for its new production of La Cage aux Folles, with 8 added performances from Monday 18 – Saturday 23 September 2023.

Photos: First Look at LA CAGE AUX FOLLES at Regent's Park Open Air Theatre


All new photos have been released from LA CAGE AUX FOLLES, now playing at Regent's Park Open Air Theatre. The musical features a book by Harvey Fierstein, with Music & Lyrics by Jerry Herman, based on the play by Jean Poiret.

Photos: Inside Rehearsal For LA CAGE AUX FOLLES at Regent's Park Open Air Theatre


La Cage Aux Folles runs at Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre from 29 July to 16 September 2023. Check out all new rehearsal photos here!

Regent's Park Open Air Theatre Reveals Cast For LA CAGE AUX FOLLES


Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre has announced full cast and creative team for their forthcoming production of the show-stopping classic musical La Cage aux Folles (29 July – 16 September, press night 8 August 2023).

Photos: THE CHER SHOW Celebrates Opening Night in Brighton at The Royal Pavilion Ice Rink


The brand-new production of The Cher Show starring Debbie Kurup, Danielle Steers, and Millie O’Connell, opened at Theatre Royal Brighton on Tuesday 1 November for a 2 week residency, playing until Saturday 12 November 2022. To celebrate the arrival of the show in town, the three Chers paid a visit to the newly opened iconic Brighton landmark The Royal Pavilion Ice Rink. Check out photos here!

THE CHER SHOW Opens at at Theatre Royal Brighton Next Week


Brand-new production of The Cher Show starring Debbie Kurup (The Bodyguard, Girl From The North Country), Danielle Steers (Bat Out of Hell, SIX) and Millie O'Connell (SIX, Rent) is arrives at Theatre Royal Brighton for two weeks from Tuesday 1 to Saturday 12 November 2022.

Review: THE CHER SHOW, Festival Theatre Edinburgh


Music icon turned Hollywood royalty, the Grammy®, Oscar®, Emmy® and Golden Globe® award-winning Queen of re-invention has conquered it all. It’s now time to turn back time with this fiercely fabulous kick-ass new musical, from the writer of Jersey Boys.

Review: THE CHER SHOW, The Kings Theatre Glasgow


When a musical has to provide a pre-show warning of flashing lights, loud music and strobing effects, you know that’s a recipe for a wonderful night out for those who are strong enough. What would you expect from a musical based on a legendary global artist who does not have the term “subtle” in her vocabulary.

Photos: All New Photos of THE CHER SHOW on Tour Ahead of its 100th Performance


The Cher Show UK and Ireland tour has released all new photos to celebrate the 100th performance which will take place tomorrow, Saturday 13 August, at Milton Keynes Theatre.

THE CHER SHOW Comes to Milton Keynes Theatre, 9- 13 August


A brand-new production of The Cher Show starring Debbie Kurup, Danielle Steers and Millie O'Connell is coming to Milton Keynes Theatre  09 – 13 August.

VIDEO: First Look at the UK and Ireland Tour of THE CHER SHOW


All new video footage has been released from The Cher Show UK and Ireland tour, which opened at Curve, Leicester on Tuesday 19 April and will continue through to 1 April 2023.

Photos: Go Inside Opening Night of THE CHER SHOW UK and Ireland Tour


THE CHER SHOW's UK and Ireland tour opened this week at Curve Leicester! Cher takes the audience by the hand and introduces them to the influential people in her life, from her mother and Sonny Bono, to Bob Mackie. It shows how she battles the men who underestimated her, fought the conventions and, above all, was a trailblazer for independence.

Photos: First Look at the UK and Ireland Tour of THE CHER SHOW


THE CHER SHOW UK and Ireland tour opened at Curve, Leicester on Tuesday 19 April and we've got the first look at the cast photos.

VIDEO: Go Inside Rehearsals for the UK Tour of THE CHER SHOW


The Cher Show is getting ready to hit the road! The musical is led by Debbie Kurup, Danielle Steers and Millie O'Connell, with Lucas Rush will play Sonny, Jake Mitchell will play Bob Mackie, Sam Ferriday will play Greg Allman and Tori Scott will play Georgia.

Photos: UK and Ireland Tour of THE CHER SHOW Announces Full Casting, Shares Rehearsal Pictures


The producers of the brand new production of The Cher Show have announced the full cast joining Debbie Kurup, Danielle Steers and Millie O’Connell, all starring as Cher – Star, Lady and Babe respectively. Lucas Rush will play Sonny, Jake Mitchell will play Bob Mackie, Sam Ferriday will play Greg Allman and Tori Scott will play Georgia. Joining them are Jordan Anderton, Jasmine Jules Andrews, Carla Bertran, Catherine Cornwall, Áine Curran, Sam Holden, Samantha Ivey, Aston Newman Hannington, Ingrid Olivia, Clayton Rosa, Chay Wills and Guy Woolf. 

Theatre Royal Brighton Announces Season; SIX, THE CHER SHOW, and More!


Theatre Royal Brighton's new What's On Guide is out now! Packed with top quality entertainment, there's a fabulous choice of shows from dazzling musicals to gripping dramas, dance and comedy. With something for all ages and artistic tastes, audiences will be spoilt for choice. 

Lucas Rush, Jake Mitchell, Sam Ferriday, and More Join the UK and Ireland Tour Of THE CHER SHOW; Full Cast Announced!


The full cast has been announced for the UK tour of The Cher Show, joining Debbie Kurup, Danielle Steers and Millie O'Connell, all starring as Cher – Star, Lady and Babe respectively.

Millie O'Connell, Debbie Kurup & Danielle Steers to Lead THE CHER SHOW UK Tour


Millie O'Connell, Debbie Kurup and Danielle Steers will lead the cast of The Cher Show UK tour!

BONNIE & CLYDE In Concert, Starring Jeremy Jordan and Frances Mayli McCann, Will Be Captured Live For Film Distribution


The sold-out BONNIE & CLYDE THE MUSICAL IN CONCERT starring Jeremy Jordan alongside rising West End star Frances Mayli McCann will be filmed at the Theatre Royal Drury Lane during its performances on Monday 17 and Tuesday 18 January 2022.

Debbie Kurup FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Debbie Kurup been in?

Debbie Kurup has not appeared on Broadway.

How many West End shows has Debbie Kurup been in?

Debbie Kurup has appeared on London's West End in 7 shows.

What was Debbie Kurup's first West End show?

Debbie Kurup's first West End show was Chicago which opened in 1997

What awards has Debbie Kurup been nominated for?

Debbie Kurup has been nominated for the Olivier Award for Best Performance in a Supporting Role in a Musical for her role in The Bodyguard.

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