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To be confirmed.
Performance dates
28 July - 19 September 2020
Run time: To be confirmed.
Includes interval
Olivier Award-winning actor Giles Terera, best known for his role in Hamilton, is set to originate the role of legendary entertainer Sammy Davis Jr. in a brand-new musical set to premiere at the Lyric Hammersmith Theatre this summer. Perhaps most famous for his roles on Broadway in Mr Wonderful (1956) and Golden Boy and in the film Ocean's 11 (1966), "The Candy Man" singer and Rat Pack member is widely regarded as one of the greatest performers of the 20th century.
Tickets for Sammy The Sammy Davis Jr Musical are expected to be in high demand for the UK premiere. Be sure to book your Sammy musical tickets early to secure the best seats at London's Lyric Hammersmith at the best prices whilst stocks last!
The Sammy Davis Jr Musical features a book, music, and lyrics written by Leslie Bricusse and is directed in London by Clarke Peters (Five Guys Named Moe). The musical will also include additional songs by Bricusse and Anthony Newley. Starring West End superstar Giles Terera, further casting for Sammy The Sammy Davis Jr Musical will be announced in due course along with the full creative team.
Sammy is a celebration of the life of the legendary entertainer and friend. From a young age, Sammy had his eyes on the prize, hoping to reach superstardom and never looking back. From humble beginnings, Sammy was catapulted into fame and fortune when he became a member of The Rat Pack. He singlehandedly navigated racial tensions in 1960s America to become one of the most beloved performers the 20th century has to offer.
The Sammy musical will feature many of the star's greatest hits, including "What Kind of Fool Am I", "The Candy Man", and "Feeling Good", all of which will be performed by a live onstage band to bring this untold story of love, legacy, prejudice, and talent to life.
For one performance per week, the title role will be played by an alternate actor. The schedule and casting information for this is not yet confirmed, but audiences for those performances will be notified as soon as possible.
The new musical based on Sammy Davis Jr.'s life Sammy is set to star Olivier winner Giles Terera (Hamilton), who will originate the role of the legendary entertainer in London in a production showing at the Lyric Hammersmith Theatre this summer.
21 Feb, 2020 | By Nicholas Ephram Ryan Daniels