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THE SHOW
"A MUSICAL REVUE LIKE NO OTHER!"
Built from the ground up, FRIENDS FROM THE WEST END draws its musical numbers directly from the accomplished repertoire of each West End cast — from their go-to audition songs to roles they’ve performed on stage. The original, fast-paced script is shaped entirely by real-life backstage stories and the genuine friendship of the cast.
The result? A fresh, dynamic celebration of musical theatre that is packed with powerhouse vocals, rich group harmonies, and heartfelt storytelling - brought to life
by some of the West End’s finest talent…and best mates.
Produced & Created by Paul Wilkins
Paul Wilkins is a UK-born actor and singer, originally from Hampshire. He graduated with a BA (Hons) in Musical Theatre from ArtsEd, London, in 2015. His career began in the 30th Anniversary Company of Les Misérables in London’s West End. After six months, he was offered the lead role of Marius on the Asian Tour of Les Misérables (Manila, Singapore, and Dubai), before returning to London to reprise the role for an additional 18 months on West End.
Following his three years with Les Misérables, Paul originated the role of Reggie in The Dreamers, an original British musical (Abbey Road Studios) and toured the UK and Germany as Claude Bukowski in the 50th Anniversary Tour of Hair! He also took part in new work including; Lady M, Anna & The Sting, and Ann Duck by Cush Jumbo, produced by the National Theatre. His concert performances include live appearances as a soloist on Friday Night is Music Night for BBC Radio 2 and RTÉ Lyric FM’s Movies and Musicals with Aedín Gormley.
In September 2023, Paul relocated to Cork, Ireland, to pursue a Master’s in Music Performance at the Cork School of Music. While establishing himself in Ireland, he appeared in the 2024 commercial Your Vote Is Your Voice for Ireland's Electoral Commission and more recently seen as Prince Charming in Cork Opera House’s 2024 production of Cinderella.
Paul is represented by Narrow Road.
For more info, visit: PaulWilkins.co.uk
Natalie Green is a UK-based actor and singer with a dynamic career in musical theatre.
Her stage work includes performances in Fame (European Tour), Mandela (Young Vic), Les Misérables (Sondheim Theatre), The Prince of Egypt (Dominion Theatre), and the 50th Anniversary UK Tour of Hair. She also appeared in 21 Chump Street (The Courtyard Theatre), Hair (Hope Mill Theatre & The Vaults), Wicked (UK & Ireland Tour), Parade (Southwark Playhouse), The Fix (Union Theatre), Seussical the Musical (Arts Theatre), Spring Awakening (UK Tour), Godspell (Union Theatre), and Grease! (European Tour).
Natalie has contributed to the development of numerous new works, including Bordello, Super You, and Mandela – A New Musical (workshops). She was also involved in early development workshops for The Prince of Egypt and collaborated on a recording project with Eliza and the Bear.
Her concert appearances include A Night at the Oscars? and work with Duncan Sheik and Steven Sater at The Other Palace.
Natalie is represented by Michelle Blair Management
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Sam O'Rourke is a British actor and singer who trained at Arts Educational Schools, London, and The Academy for Theatre Arts in Stoke-on-Trent. During his training, he performed in roles such as Bobby Child in Crazy for You, Terry in Defect, and Agent Cod in Catch Me If You Can.
Sam’s professional stage career includes appearances as Robertson Ay in Mary Poppins (Prince Edward Theatre), Clarence in The Dreamers (Abbey Road Studios), Buggins and alternate Arthur Kipps in Half a Sixpence (Chichester Festival Theatre and Noël Coward Theatre), and Bertie (first cover) in Mrs Henderson Presents (Noël Coward Theatre). He also starred as Tom Fazackalee in The Smallest Show on Earth (UK Tour) and Gideon in Seven Brides for Seven Brothers (Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre).
He has taken part in a number of new musical workshops, including She Loves You (directed by Thom Southerland), Top of the World (as Bill Cagney, directed by John Rando), and Lady M (directed by Jean-Pierre van der Spuy).
Sam’s concert credits include solo performances at The Olivier Awards, The English Heritage Awards, and BBC Proms: Mahler 2. He also appeared as a soloist on Friday Night is Music Night for BBC Radio 2.
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