Magic at the Musicals concert to be recorded at the London Palladium this week for radio broadcast

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Magic Radio’s Magic at the Musicals concert will be recorded at the London Palladium on 17 September for radio broadcast.

70 artists and creatives from the musical theatre industry will perform and be interviewed for the special event, which will be played on Magic Radio the following week on 23 September.

Eleven performances will be recorded with a live 23-piece orchestra under the leadership of musical director Jon Ranger (with Covid-19 safe measures in place).

Musical theatre legend Ruthie Henshall will conduct interviews with industry figures including Judy Craymer (producer of Mamma Mia!); Rebecca Kane Burton (CEO LW Theatres) and Sonia Friedman (multi-award-winning producer), with John Owen-Jones hosting round table discussions with guests including Trevor Dion Nicholas and Kenny Wax.

Performers confirmed to be involved in the event include: the West End cast of Six, Nicole Raquel Dennis, Gugwana Diamini, Tyrone Huntley, Cassidy Janson, Lucie Jones, Lee Mead and Mazz Murray.

Creatives include: Neil Austin, Richard Beadle, Julian Bird, Kelly Devine, Kate Griffiths, Michael Harrison, Michael Lynas, Drew McOnie, Michael Rose, Gabriella Slade and Catherine Zuber.

Deputy Content Director for the Magic Network, Sheena Mason, said: "The coronavirus has had devastating effects for many in the UK and has been particularly tough on the arts and entertainment industry. Musical theatre has a very special place in our hearts at Magic and our theatre-based station Magic at the Musicals, so we are thrilled to hold this event to help the industry, highlight the struggles that it has experienced during this time, and show the importance of the arts to our country.

"It's incredible to see everyone – both on and off stage and from all productions – come together for our special event."