Last weekend, Kinky Boots Angels George Grayson and Joshua Lovell from the smash hit musical Kinky Boots joined Manchester’s Pride celebrations, adding even more glitter and glam to Saturday’s Parade.
Starting on Deansgate near the iconic Beetham Tower, the Angels joined the line-dancers, jugglers and circus acts all taking part in this year’s ‘Circus of Acceptance’ themed parade. And accepted they were! High-kicking their way through the city to meet the thousands of revellers enjoying the Parade, the Kinky Boots cast members were greeted with screams of delight from fans already aware of the musical, and those desperate to see it during its Manchester run this November.
With the mantra ‘Just be who you wanna be’, Kinky Boots was the perfect musical to be showcased at this year’s Pride. The show tells the story of Charlie Price, who is struggling to live up to his father’s expectations and continue the family business of Price & Son. With the shoe factory’s future hanging in the balance, help arrives in the unlikely but spectacular form of Lola – a fabulous performer in need of some sturdy new stilettos.
With songs by Grammy® and Tony® winning pop icon Cyndi Lauper, Kinky Boots takes audiences from the factory floor to the glamorous catwalks of Milan. Cast includes Callum Francis, who returns to play Lola following his award-winning, critically-acclaimed performances in Australia, alongside Paula Lane as Lauren, best known for her role as Kylie Platt in Coronation Street. West End star Joel Harper-Jackson completes the trio, as Charlie Price.
The hit musical struts in Manchester’s Opera House from Monday 12th November – Saturday 1st December. For more information, or to book, visit atgtickets.com/Manchester.