Burlesque The Musical Tickets

Meet the cast of Burlesque the Musical

Burlesque: The Musical is a stage adaptation of the 2010 smash-hit film written and created by Steven Antin. It follows the story of Ali Rose, a small-town girl who relocates to New York City and becomes captivated by the lively yet struggling world of a burlesque club. As the story takes the audience on a journey of self-discovery, romance, and jealousy, who are playing the main characters in Burlesque The Musical?

Who plays Ali Rose?

Taking the lead as the main protagonist, Ali Rose is Jess Foley. Foley won the first series of The Voice Kids UK. She was also  crowned the winner of X Factor - The Band. Burlesque the Musical marks her West End debut.

Who plays Tess?

Orfeh plays Tess, the owner of a burlesque club who befriends Ali Rose. Her past theatre credits include Legally Blonde: The Musical (Lincoln Center's American Songbook Series), Chicago (Lincoln Center's American Songbook Series) and Pretty Woman: The Musical (Lincoln Center's American Songbook Series), amongst others.

Who plays Sean?

Taking on the role of Sean, the flamboyant costume designer, is Todrick Hall. His theatre credits include Chicago (Phoenix Theatre), The Color Purple (Broadway Theatre) and Memphis: The Musical (Shubert Theatre).

Who plays Nikki?

Asha Parker-Wallace plays Nikki, the seasoned performer at the burlesque club. Her past accolades include Sister Act (The Arts Educational School) and Spring Awakening (The Arts Educational School).

Who plays Jackson?

Playing the kind-hearted Jackson is Paul Jacob French. His theatre credits include An Officer and a Gentleman (UK Tour), Annie (UK Tour), The Wizard of Oz (Curve Theatre) and Grease (Dominion Theatre), amongst others.

Who plays Vince?

George Maguire plays Tess’s easily manipulated husband, Vince. His past credits include Death Note in Concert (Lyric Theatre), Bonnie & Clyde (Garrick Theatre/Arts Theatre/Theatre Royal Drury Lane) and Dolly Parton’s Smoky Mountain Christmas Carol (Southbank Theatre), amongst others.

Alice, welcome to W̶o̶n̶d̶e̶r̶l̶a̶n̶d̶ the West End. Burlesque the Musical, adapted from the award-winning film, is set to dazzle London's Savoy Theatre this year. After a triumphant debut in Manchester, this sensational production is ready to bring its unique blend of glamour, music, and storytelling to the heart of London's theatre district - playing from 10 July until 6 September 2025.

Burlesque The Musical is the brainchild of writer and director Steven Antin, who also penned the original 2010 film. The stage adaptation boasts additional material by Kate Wetherhead and features an electrifying score with contributions from musical powerhouses such as Christina Aguilera, Sia, Diane Warren, Todrick Hall, and Jess Foley.

The film garnered critical acclaim, earning three Golden Globe nominations in 2011, including Best Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy. It clinched the award for Best Original Song with Diane Warren's "You Haven't Seen the Last of Me," performed by the legendary Cher.

Christina Aguilera, who made her acting debut in the film, co-wrote and performed the song "Bound to You," which also received a Golden Globe nomination for Best Original Song.