Regal Entertainments’ production of Andrea Dunbar’s cult classic will embark on a 10-week nationwide tour, starting on February 4, 2025.
The tour will make a stop at the Forum Theatre in Billingham on March 19 and 20.
Jake Quickenden, famous for his roles in The X Factor and I’m a Celebrity…Get Me Out of Here, will play the role of Bob.Jake Quickenden (Image: Regal Entertainments)
Mr Quickenden said: “I’m delighted to be joining the brilliant cast of Rita, Sue and Bob Too!
“Regal Entertainments have a fantastic reputation for producing exciting entertainment in Merseyside and I can’t wait to take the show all over the UK.”
The production has already sold more than 10,000 tickets, attesting to its enduring popularity.
Joining Mr Quickenden on stage are Hollyoaks’ Jessica Ellis as Michelle, Shameless’ Warren Donnelly as Dad, Britain’s Got Talent’s Siobhan Phillips as Mum, Kay Nicholson as Rita, and Jenna Sian O’Hara as Sue.
The story is an adaptation of the 1987 British film and centres on two working-class girls, Rita and Sue, who babysit for married couple Bob and Michelle.
The narrative takes a dramatic turn as Bob starts an affair with both girls, leading to a series of events that test friendships and relationships.
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Director and producer Chantelle Nolan said: “After over 20 years of producing brilliant entertainment in St Helens and in Liverpool, Regal Entertainments has developed a touring department, and we can’t wait to share our five-star productions with new audiences across the UK.
“Andrea Dunbar’s cult classic film was originally a hit play, and we know that it’s a show that you can see time and time again and still be rolling in the aisles with laughter, we are incredibly pleased with the ticket sales so far.”
For more information, visit rsbtuktour.com.