The star will join the cast of the musical 42nd Street for its final run at the Theatre Royal in Drury Lane.
Bonnie Langford will play Dorothy Brock in the much-loved homage to musical theatre as it extends its residency until 5th January, 2019.
Bonnie, currently playing Carmel Kazemi in Eastenders, takes the stage from 3rd September. Her previous starring credits in the West End include Gypsy, Chicago and the original London production of Cats.
Why is the show closing?
The Theatre Drury Lane is set for a big refurbishment which was announced earlier this year. The development will bring a close to 42nd Street which opened at the theatre in April 2017 in the presence of the HRH The Duchess of Cambridge. It has been seen by almost one million people over 500 performances, winning numerous awards.
Work on the theatre will begin once the show has closed in January.
About 42nd Street and Bonnie Langford
The show includes a cast of over 50 and features memorable songs such as We’re In The Money, Lullaby of Broadway, Shuffle Off To Buffalo, Dames, I Only Have Eyes For You, and 42nd Street.
Bonnie’s career has stretched across theatre, television, film and radio in both Britain and America.
She made her theatre debut in the West End at the age of seven in Gone with the Wind at the Theatre Royal Drury Lane, and starred in Gypsy opposite Angela Lansbury.
She later played the 22nd assistant to Doctor Who and won Best Newcomer at the 2016 British Soap Awards for her role in the Albert Square drama as Carmel.
Bonnie will star alongside Tom Lister who plays the role of Julian Marsh, Clare Halse, who plays Peggy Sawyer and Ashley Day as Billy Lawlor.
Group rates are available, and GTOs should contact 02070 877763 for more details on booking.
For more information, visit 42ndstreetmusical.co.uk.
