Puttin’ On The Ritz
27 March 2015
by Visit Blackpool
LIVE at the Grand Theatre Blackpool, Monday 27 July to 29 August 2015
The Grand Theatre announces its main Summer show for 2015, a spectacular celebration of the music from Hollywood’s Golden era, Puttin’ On The Ritz, starring Strictly Come Dancing’s Katya Virshilas and Jared Murillo.
Puttin’ On The Ritz takes you on a musical journey through the golden age of Hollywood! A cast of West End performers recreate the classic songs of the era live on stage with slick harmonies, glamorous costumes and impeccable ballroom dancing skills.
With wonderful music from three legendary composers, Cole Porter, George Gershwin and Irving Berlin, songs in the show will include Cheek to Cheek, Alexander’s Rag Time Band, Birth of the Blues, Swanee, Night and Day, I Got Rhythm, Easter Parade, and of course Puttin’On The Ritz.!
David King , Producer of Puttin’ On The Ritz said,
“I am thrilled to bring Puttin’ On The Ritz to The Grand Theatre this Summer. The show is a wonderful celebration of the music of Geroge Gerswhin, Cole Porter and Irvin Berlin. It is a fabulous song and dance extravaganza, featuring dance stars from T.V.’s Strictly Come Dancing Katya and Jared. Blackpool is in for a treat this summer!”
Chief Executive Ruth Eastwood said,
“We are delighted to be welcoming back Spirit Productions, the company who brought us the popular New Jersey Nights last year, which delighted not only holiday visitors but locals alike. To introduce younger audiences to this fantastic music and dance production, tickets for Under 16s will be half price. This really is a show for all ages – a feel-good night out!”
The production broke Box Office records when it first toured the in 2014, and this year the show tours all across the UK, starting in Wimbledon starring pop starlet and Strictly Come Dancing favourite, Pixie Lott.
When the production comes to Blackpool, Strictly Come Dancing stars Katya Virshilas and Jared Murillo will lead the cast of talented West End performers.
Katya was the youngest ever British Columbian Latin Dance Champion at the age of 16. Katya co-choreographed, trained and danced in the iconic Tango sequence from Take the Lead with Antonio Banderas and has choreographed on two seasons of BBC1’s So You Think You Can Dance.. Katya has appeared in 3 series of BBC1’s Strictly Come Dancing and has been in popular TV shows such as Supernatural, Smallville and The Guard.
Jared Murillo is an American national and world ballroom dance champion. He won the US Open Swing Youth Championships at the age of 21. His screen credits include the hugely popular High School Musical films and the TV sensation – Glee. Jared was also a popular professional dancer on Strictly come Dancing.
Puttin’on the Ritz is produced by David King with music and lyrics by Irving Berlin, Cole Porter and George Gershwin.
Puttin’ On The Ritz
Grand Theatre Blackpool
Monday 27 July to Saturday 29 August 2015
Tickets from £17
Under 16s Half Price
Concessions, Groups prices available
Concessions Available
Booking Fees apply
Call Box Office on 01253 74 33 39 or visit blackpoolgrand.co.uk