It has been announced that Alfie Boe OBE will join Sheridan Smith, along with a star-studded line up, at Manchester at the Musicals at Co-op Live on 20 December.

Also appearing will be Samantha Barks (Disney's Frozen, Les Misérables), John Owen-Jones (Les Misérables, The Phantom of the Opera), Alice Fearn (Wicked, Come From Away), and Elesha Paul Moses (Tina - The Tina Turner Musical).

Alfie Boe said: "I'm delighted Sheridan asked me to join her and my wonderful friends for this special, one-off festive night of fun and dancing. From West End classics to Christmas classics, all set in a holiday dreamland created by Co-op Live, it’s a show to get us all in the festive spirit.

“If you love theatre, Christmas or are just looking for a fun night out, join us for an evening of dancing, singing and a true celebration of musicals and the festive season. I can't wait to Manchester to show us how they do Musical Theatre."

Get ready to rock around the Christmas tree to festive favourites, and enjoy some of the biggest hits from the West End stage, all performed by the brightest stars in theatre.

Expect songs from Wicked, Hamilton, Les Misérables, Jesus Christ Superstar and more, plus seasonal classics like ‘White Christmas’ and ‘All I Want for Christmas is You’, at a very special party perfect for theatre lovers, Christmas fanatics, and those looking for a unique night out with friends and family.

Manchester at the Musicals will be accompanied by the Manchester Camerata orchestra, performing holiday crackers along with songs from the world's best loved musicals. They'll be joined by performing arts students from across the North West with the Pendleton School of Theatre Choir, conducted by Nathan Jarvis.

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