The Drifters Girl
Final months of the Olivier nominated smash!
Why see The Drifters Girl?
world premiere
Don't miss The Drifters Girl, now ending this autumn! This epic musical celebrates the powerhouse that was Faye Treadwell, who as the world's first African American female music manager launched '50s R&B supergroup The Drifters to international acclaim. Featuring some of the globe's most iconic songs, The Drifters Girl is one musical event you won't want to miss.
An inspiring tale of passion and determination The Drifters Girl follows Treadwell from the highs of chart-topping records and sell-out tours to the lows of legal battles and personal tragedy, as she vows to never give up on the band that she loves.
Featuring some of the globe's most iconic songs, "Save The Last Dance For Me", "Stand By Me", "Under The BoardWalk" plus many more.
Who are The Drifters?
Originally formed as the backing group for Clyde McPhatter The Drifters enjoyed great success for over the course of the '50s, '60s, and '70s. With over 38 albums to their name The Drifters first graced the top of the charts with their 1960 hit single "Save The Last Dance For Me". Going onto garner 33 charted singles The Drifters were inducted into the Vocal Group Hall of Fame in 1998.
Did you know?
The Drifters have welcomed over 60 members to their line up over the last century, and they still perform to this day!
Cast
Felicia Boswell as Faye Treadwell
Toash Wanogho-Maud as Ben E King
Tarinn Callender as Johnny Moor
Adam J Bernard as George Treadwell
Matt Henry as Clyder McPhatter
Creative
Directed by Jonathan Church
Set design by Anthony Ward
Choreography by Karen Bruce
Costume design by Fay Fullerton
Orchestration and musical supervision by Chris Egan
Lighting design by Ben Cracknell
Sound design by Tom Marshall
Video design by Andrzej Goulding
Awards
Olivier Award Nominations 2022
Best New Musical
Best Actress in a Musical - Beverly Knight
Reviews
Customer reviews
76 reviews, average rating: (4.3 Stars)
Lisa
No singing allowed
We were told not to sing along or stand up until the end , other reviews say they were singing and dancing in the aisles , amazing show and singers the actress p,aging her daughter was outstanding pity she didnt have more stage time to act and sing rather than be treated like a stage hand moving the scenery and props ... Read more
Mike
Awesome
One of the best shows around for sure. Seen it 4 times first was with all the understudies was was fantastic then twice with Beverly in total awesome and the 4th with the fabulous Felicia Boswell absolutely stunning.
Simple set yes âœ”ï¸ doesn’t matter,
Just only 5 cast members so much talent to switch parts ✔ï¸
Singing out of the world wether it’s the understudies, main cast, Beverly, or Felicia ✔ï¸âœ”ï¸
Story good ✔ï¸
Overall experience ✔ï¸âœ”ï¸âœ”ï¸âœ”ï¸
Must see show ... Read more
Nigel wood
Drifters girl
Our party of four had the privilege of watching this show.I have had the pleasure of watching numerous musicals in London and have never been disappointed. This show,theusic,the acting ,the comedy was absolutely first class.I would not hesitate in giving this production a must see reference it was absolutely brilliant. ... Read more
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