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Tamlyn Henderson Joins the West End Cast of WAITRESS
by Stephi Wild - Aug 28, 2019


It is today announced that Tamlyn Henderson will join the London cast of Waitress the musical from 9 September in the role of Earl. Henderson has performed across the world including in the UK and international tour of Mamma Mia and Australian productions of Les Misérables and The Sound of Music. He will take over the role from Peter Hannah who has his final performance on 7 September. West End performer Cindy Belliott will also join the ensemble following Nicole Raquel Dennis's last show on 7 September. As recently announced, YouTuber and Strictly 2018 finalist Joe Sugg will also join the cast from 9 September, making his theatrical debut in the role of Ogie.

Joe Sugg Will Join The Cast Of WAITRESS in London
by Stephi Wild - Aug 20, 2019


YouTube star, filmmaker, author, vlogger and 2018 Strictly Come Dancing finalist Joe Sugg will make his stage debut in London's brand-new smash hit musical comedy Waitress at the Adelphi Theatre from 9 September. He will join the West End cast in the role of Ogie, taking over from Blake Harrison, well known as Neil from The Inbetweeners, who will mark his final performance on Saturday 7 September.

Andrew Boyer to Join the Cast of WAITRESS as Old Joe
by Julie Musbach - Aug 8, 2019


Waitress has today announced Andrew Boyer will join the smash hit West End musical in the role of Old Joe from 12 August. Boyer's previous credits include UK tours for Of Mice and Men and Shawshank Redemption, TV series Law & Orderand he has recently completed filming for HBO's upcoming series Avenue 5. He will take over the role from Shaun Prendergast, as previously seen as DC Holt in EastEnders and who will mark his final performance on 10 August.

Lucie Jones and Marisha Wallace Host Next WAITRESS CAST ALBUM KARAOKE
by Julie Musbach - Jul 31, 2019


Waitress has announced its next Cast Album Karaoke Night will take place on 14 August in partnership with Time Outoffering audience members the chance to sing songs from the smash hit comedy musical

WAITRESS Extends in the West End Through January 2020
by Stephi Wild - Jul 22, 2019


Waitress continues a celebrated West End run at the Adelphi Theatre and today announces an extension by popular demand with tickets now on sale for Christmas and New Year through to 4 January 2020. Tickets for the hit comedy musical are on sale now.

WAITRESS Announces The Next Cast Album Karaoke Night on 17 July
by Marianka Swain - Jul 4, 2019


The next Waitress London Cast Album Karaoke Night has been confirmed for Wednesday July 17th. Audience members who want to take part just need to sign up before that evening's show for the chance to sing one minute of any song from Waitress - live on stage at the Adelphi and accompanied by the show's musical director Katharine Woolley. Hosts and further details about the event will be announced in due course.

Photo Flash: Sweet as Can Be! First Look at Lucie Jones and the New Cast of WAITRESS
by Julie Musbach - Jun 21, 2019


Get a first look at the newest visitors to the diner! Waitress welcomes new cast members Ashley Roberts, Lucie Jones and Blake Harrison to the London company.

WAITRESS Announces New Pie Partnership With Bread Ahead
by Stephi Wild - Jun 20, 2019


Waitress today announces a new pie partnership with London bakery Bread Ahead which will be making and selling the show's famous fresh pies each night in association with the original creators, Cute As Cake of New York. Bread Ahead, well known for its Borough Market, Chelsea and Soho bakeries, will be making the delicious Waitress pie jars in apple crumble, chocolate salted caramel and lemon raspberry flavours which will be available to audience members at the Adelphi Theatre. The Waitress pie jars were originally created by Cute As Cake (@cuteascakenyc) for the New York production currently in its 3rd year on Broadway. www.cuteascake.com

WAITRESS Extends Its Booking Period Until December 7th 2019
by Stephi Wild - Jun 18, 2019


London's new smash hit musical comedy Waitress tells the story of Jenna, a waitress and expert pie-maker who dreams of some happiness in her life. When a hot new doctor arrives in town, life gets complicated. With the support of her workmates Becky and Dawn, Jenna overcomes the challenges she faces and finds that laughter, love and friendship can provide the perfect recipe for happiness.

WAITRESS Releases Recording Of 'She Used To Be Mine' Performed By Katharine McPhee
by Stephi Wild - Jun 13, 2019


Katharine McPhee - who originated the role of Jenna in the London production of Waitress - has recorded the show's hit ballad She Used To Be Mine which will be released as a single in the run up to her final performance on Saturday 15 June. First heard on Broadway, Sara Bareilles' showstopper has inspired countless covers by all sexes and ages across the world, performed by well-known theatrical stars and musicians to young viral sensations. The new track will be available for download and on streaming platforms from 13 June via the following link: https://lnk.to/NywiPtpH

Photo Flash: First Look at Ashley Roberts and Lucie Jones in Rehearsal for WAITRESS
by Stephi Wild - Jun 4, 2019


Rehearsal photography of new Waitress stars Ashley Roberts (Dawn), and Lucie Jones (Jenna) have been released today. The new cast, including Blake Harrison (Ogie) as recently announced, will join the company on 17 June.

Blake Harrison Will Join the Cast of WAITRESS
by Stephi Wild - May 31, 2019


It is announced today that British television star Blake Harrison, best known for playing Neil Sutherland in the BAFTA-winning E4 comedy The Inbetweeners, will join the cast of Waitress as Ogie from 17 June. He will take over the role from Jack McBrayer, as previously seen as Kenneth in NBC's 30 Rock, who will mark his final performance on Saturday 15 June.

Lucie Jones and Ashley Roberts Announced As New Leads of London's WAITRESS!
by Marianka Swain - May 21, 2019


It is announced today that from Monday 17 June Ashley Roberts (Strictly Come Dancing 2018 finalist, The Pussycat Dolls) will be making her West End debut as Dawn in Sara Bareilles' hit musical Waitress for a strictly limited summer season. It is also confirmed that Lucie Jones (Rent, Les Miserables, Legally Blonde) will take over the role of Jenna from this date.

WAITRESS Will Celebrate Pride Month With The Next London Cast Album Karaoke Night On 26 June
by Stephi Wild - May 14, 2019


The next Waitress London Cast Album Karaoke Night has been confirmed for Wednesday 26 June - in partnership with Gay Times. Audience members who want to take part just need to sign up before that evening's show for the chance to sing one minute of any song from Waitress - live on stage at the Adelphi and accompanied by the show's musical director Katharine Woolley. Hosts and further details about the event will be announced in due course.

Chizzy Akudolu and Laura Baldwin Will Host The Next WAITRESS Cast Album Karaoke Night On 8 May
by Stephi Wild - Apr 25, 2019


The hosts of the next Waitress London Cast Album Karaoke Night have been announced today. Laura Baldwin, who plays Dawn in the show, will host the post-show event alongside actress Chizzy Akudolu (Holby City, Strictly Come Dancing) on Wednesday 8 May. Audience members can sign up before the show for the chance to sing one minute of any song from Waitress - live on stage at the Adelphi and accompanied by the show's musical director Katharine Woolley.

WAITRESS Is Offering One Lucky Londoner A Cameo Role In The Show
by Stephi Wild - Apr 17, 2019


The next Waitress London Cast Album Karaoke Night has been confirmed for Wednesday 8 May. In partnership with WhatsOnStage, audience members who sign up before the show to sing a number from Waitress at the karaoke event will also be auditioning in front of a top West End casting director for the chance to win a cameo role - for one night only - in the smash hit musical.

Katharine McPhee Will Play Final Performance As Jenna in WAITRESS on 15 June
by Stephi Wild - Apr 5, 2019


Audiences have ten weeks to catch the critically-acclaimed Katharine McPhee in the West End production of Waitress. The Smash and Scorpion actress will play her final performance on Saturday 15 June with new casting for the role of Jenna to be announced soon. The Tony-nominated musical by Sara Bareilles began performances at the Adelphi Theatre on 8 February and is now booking to Saturday 19 October.

Ruthie Henshall & Marisha Wallace to Host Next WAITRESS Cast Album Karaoke
by Julie Musbach - Apr 2, 2019


The hosts of the next Waitress London Cast Album Karaoke Night have been announced today. Marisha Wallace, who plays Becky in the show, will host the post-show event alongside West End legend and Olivier-winning actress Ruthie Henshall (Evita, Chicago) on Wednesday 10 April. Audience members can sign up before the show for the chance to sing one minute of any song from Waitress - live on stage at the Adelphi and accompanied by the show's musical director Katharine Woolley.

WAITRESS Announces The Next Cast Album Karaoke Night On 10 April
by Julie Musbach - Mar 19, 2019


The next Waitress London Cast Album Karaoke Night will be held on Wednesday 10 April, hosts to be announced. Audience members can sign up before the show for the chance to sing one minute of any song from Waitress - live on stage at the Adelphi and accompanied by the show's musical director Katharine Woolley.

Lucy Horobin and Jack McBrayer Will Host The Next WAITRESS Cast Album Karaoke
by Stephi Wild - Mar 14, 2019


The hosts of the next Waitress London Cast Album Karaoke Night have been announced today. 30 Rock star Jack McBrayer, who has made his West End debut as Ogie in the show, will host the post-show event alongside Heart Breakfast presenter Lucy Horobin on Monday 18 March. Audience members can sign up before the show for the chance to sing one minute of any song from Waitress - live on stage at the Adelphi and accompanied by the show's musical director Katharine Woolley.

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