Bat Out of Hell

Andrew Polec to leave the West End production of Bat Out of Hell

Georgina Varley
Georgina Varley

Lead cast member Andrew Polec is set to depart from the West End production of Bat Out of Hell on Saturday 1st September.

Polec, who won the Joe Allen Best West End Debut in the Stage Debut Awards 2017 for his performance as Strat, has been involved with the show since the beginning. 

"Bat Out of Hell - The Musical has changed my life - it's a true gift. I've never felt so warmly welcomed and loved by so many thoughtful, generous people who hold Jim Steinman and Meat's music so close to their hearts. It's been an honour being part of this show, and phenomenal to work with this amazing cast and team. Plus - I get to sing this brilliant music night after night for the best fans in the world! 

"During the Dominion's first preview, we were met with a full standing ovation. As I walked onto the stage, I thought the roof of the theatre was going to blow off. As Steinman says 'I was lost, till you were found'. 'For Crying Out Loud', I love you all and I'll miss you dearly. I'm eternally grateful, thank you. Keep rocking and loving - I will always carry you in my heart" said Polec

With a book by Jim Steinman and Stuart Beattie and music and lyrics by Jim Steinman, Bat Out of Hell is directed by Jay Scheib and features choreography by Emma Portner, with musical arrangements and supervision by Michael Reed, set design by Jon Bausor and costume design by Meentje Nielsen. The production opened at the Manchester Opera House in 2017 and went on to win the Evening Standard Best Musical award later that year. Bat Out of Hell is now booking until Saturday 5th January 2019. 

Bat Out Of Hell Tickets are available now. 

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