Cilla - The Musical
Milton Keynes Theatre 26th - 30th September 2017

Based on the hit television series, from BAFTA award winning Jeff Pope's Cilla.

This is the new, spectacular and heart warming musical adaptation of the TV series, brought to stage by Bill Kenwright and Bob Tomson.

The story of the teenage girl from Liverpool, whose dreams of stardom lead her to become one of Britain's best loved entertainers.

It all starts with an introduction by a young John Lennon to music mogul Brian Epstein that changes Pricilla White's life forever.  By the age of just 25, she would be known as singer and TV star, Cilla Black.

The musical score is the ultimate soundtrack to the 60's, it includes Cilla's greatest hits Anyone Who Has a Heart, Alfie, Something Tells Me, Twist and Shout by the Beatles, California Dreaming by The Mamas and The Papas...and SO many more!

The show is fabulous from start to finish, Kara Lily Hayworth as Cilla was selected for the role beating thousands of budding actresses and you can see why...Hayworth was simply stunning. Her rendition of Anyone Who Had a Heart had the hairs on my arms standing on end and the audience were on their feet before the end of the song.

The uber talented cast shone, the energy just oozed from the stage.

Of course, any drama about Cilla, there must be a great Bobby, because her story is not just about her, it's about the power behind her, the man who was her other half in so many ways.  Carl Au plays a fantastic Bobby, the chemistry between the two was electric. 

Andrew Lancel as Brian Epstein was brilliant in the role, he gave a faultless performance.

There is so much to this production, a brilliant back catalogue of 60's music performed live, a well told story, humour, fabulous set and costumes.

Cilla, The Musical really hits the right notes, with something for everyone to enjoy.  You will laugh, cry and everything in between.

Surprise, Surprise...this is a real gem, just like Cilla herself.

Enjoy!

Lily B x