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Charing Cross Road 2A, London WC2H 0HH

The Drifters Girl

Closed October 15, 2022

Final months of the Olivier nominated smash!

Why See The Drifters Girl?

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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!

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Dates

Opening night: 1 March 2022

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MASKS

You may be required to wear a mask during this performance. Please contact the venue directly for more information.

Cast and Creative

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

What you thought

76 reviews, average rating: (4.3 Stars)

4.5 star rating

Clare Finnegan : “Fantastic ”

Absolutely brilliant performance by Beverley Knight & all the cast. The... more

Scott : “Uplifting night of entertainment ”

Went to see this at Newcastle Theatre Royal. Great evening and the performance... more

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