The Bodyguard

The Bodyguard at New Wimbledon Theatre

Why see The Bodyguard?

the bodyguard is on tour!

Don't miss your chance to see this heartfelt musical love letter to the late, great soul goddess Whitney Houston. The Bodyguard tours the UK, taking its incredible music and unforgettable songs to YOU! Based on the hit TV film, The Bodyguard is a story of love and second chances, set to timeless Whitney Houston hits like Queen of the Night, I Wanna Dance With Somebody, and of course, I Will Always Love You.

WHAT IS IT ABOUT?

Following attempts on a young superstar's life, a former Secret Service agent turned bodyguard, Frank Farmer is hired to protect his new charge from a prolific and determined stalker. But Farmer discovers to his chagrin, that show business works differently from what he is used to; Rachel Marron is headstrong, stubborn and a diva to boot. And she doesn't take kindly to following orders. A charged tug-of-war ensues, as each try to press their boundaries of power - but what they don't expect, is to fall in love.

A MUST FOR WHITNEY FANS

The 1992 blockbuster hit propelled Whitney Houston to superstardom, along with Kevin Costner, and is revered as one of the best romantic thrillers in cinema. Already in development for the stage in 2012, the news of Houston's untimely death in the February almost caused the initial lead actress in the show, Heather Hadley, to pull out amidst fears of comparison with the late Houston.

The Bodyguard features a multitude of Whitney Houston's greatest hits, including Queen of the Night, So Emotional, One Moment in Time, Saving All My Love, I'm Your Baby Tonight, Run to You, I Have Nothing, How Will I Know, I Wanna Dance With Somebody and one of the greatest hit songs of all time - THAT cover of I Will Always Love You.

Upcoming Performances

Cast

Zoe Birkett as Rachel Marron
Emily Williams as Rahcel Marron (From September 12)
Ayden Callaghan as Frank Farmer
Emily-Mae as Nicki Marron 
John Macaulay as Bill Devaney
Graham Elwell as Tony
James Groom as Sy Spector
Marios Nicolaides as Stalker
Fergal Coghlan as Ray Court
Kaylenn Aires Fonseca, Iesa Miller, Frankie Keita and Reneo Kusi-Appauh share the role of Fletcher

Joined by
Alexandros Beshonges, Kayne Gordon, Jack Hardwick, Kalisha Johnson, James Lee Harris, Samantha Mbolekwa, Abbie Quinnen, Kellie Rhianne, Charlotte Scally, Yiota Theo and Marco Venturini. 

Creative

Based on the Warner Bros. film Screenplay by Lawrence Kasdan
Book by Alex Dinelaris
Set & Costume Designer by Tim Hatley
Choreography by Arthur Pita
Musical Supervisor & Vocal Arrangements by Mike Dixon
Orchestrations & Musical Arrangements by Chris Egan
Lighting Design by Mark Henderson
Sound Design by Richard Brooker

Reviews

Our review

Technological, interesting, amazed!

Chock-full of Houston's songs that made the film as memorable as it is today, but they fit well into the overall narrative well, without halting it.

Natalie Vincent

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Customer reviews

33 reviews, average rating: (3.8 Stars)

Joanne Peel

The Bodyguard

I thought it was West end worthy. The lead girl(Whitney) was phenomenal. Her’ sister’ had a great voice too. Overall a great production. Whitney fans will not be disappointed. Was sad when it ended. ... Read more

Gibbo C

Strugglng

Grear show but leads voice leaves alot to be desired, struggled on many tunes and timing of script nd the sound engineers had to work extremely hard. The supporting sisters voice absolutely amazing, cast good , dancing great. Nevertheless enjoyed the night. A 6th March evening we won't forget ... Read more

Sharon Kelly

out of this world

My 3 daughter took me to see this show. For my birthday it was wonderful . It made my birthday the best ever. it was so wonderfully done xxx ... Read more
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