Nativity!: Musical cast

Nativity! cast

Cast of *Nativity! The Musical*.

The musical boasts a dynamic and rotating cast with notable performers bringing energy to the stage. Below is an outline of key characters and their respective portrayals across different productions:

Main Characters.

• Mr. Poppy: Portrayed by Simon Lipkin (2017 UK tour & London), Scott Paige (2019 UK tour), and Ben Lancaster (2022 Birmingham revival).
• Mr. Paul Maddens: Played by Daniel Boys (2017), Scott Garnham (2018-2019), and Billy Roberts (2022).
• Jennifer Lore: Performed by Sarah Earnshaw (2017), Ashleigh Gray (2018-2019), and Daisy Steere (2022).
• Gordon Shakespeare: Brought to life by Andy Brady (2017), Charles Brunton (2018), and Matthew Rowland (2022).
• Mrs. Bevan: Played by Jemma Churchill in 2017, Penelope Woodman (2018), and Jemma Churchill reprising the role in 2022.

Recurring Guest Stars.

The role of the Hollywood Producer was a standout feature, often attracting celebrity guest stars during various tours:

• 2017: Louis Walsh appeared during the London Eventim Apollo performances.
• 2018: Featured Jake Wood in Oxford, Adam Thomas in Liverpool and Stoke, Charlie Brooks in Nottingham, and Danny Dyer in London.
• 2019: Danny Dyer reprised the role, joined by Rylan Clark-Neal as The Critic, and Sharon Osbourne as Crystal Collins.

Supporting Roles.

• The Critic: Played by Jamie Chapman across most runs, with Jo Brand stepping in during select performances (2018 Edinburgh & London).
• Polly Parker: Introduced in the 2018 version and played by Dani Dyer.
• Crystal Collins: A new addition for the 2019 London production, portrayed by Sharon Osbourne.

The flexible and diverse casting has allowed the musical to maintain freshness and excitement for each production run.

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