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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
Run Type Open Run
Market West End
Previews May 11, 2005
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 History

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The Big Life - 2005 West End Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners are highlighted with a background.
The Big Life awards and nominations
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
2006 Olivier Awards Best New Musical Paul Joseph
2006 Olivier Awards Best Performance in a Supporting Role in a Musical Tameka Empson

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