Cheryl to star in ‘2:22 - A Ghost Story’ at the Lyric Theatre
Danny Robins's play moves to its fourth theatre.
Cheryl will make her West End debut as part of the fifth cast of 2:22 - A Ghost Story at the Lyric Theatre from 21 January to 23 April. Book 2:22 - A Ghost Story tickets on London Theatre.
Cheryl rose to fame as one-fifth of Girls Aloud. With Girls Aloud, she achieved four UK number ones, including “Sound of the Underground,” “I’ll Stand by You,” and “The Promise. After Girls Aloud, she’s since judged The X Factor mentoring Alexandra Burke, and The Greatest Dancer. Cheryl will play Jenny in 2:22 - A Ghost Story.
"I am really excited to be taking part in what is such a new challenge for me. I have always loved and been a big fan of theatre so I’m especially excited to be playing the role of Jenny in this production of 2:22," said Cheryl.
Hugo Chegwin will play Ben, Louise Ford will play Lauren, and Scott Karim will play Sam.
2:22 - A Ghost Story follows a couple named Jenny and Sam who have just moved into their new home. While Jenny believes the house is haunted, Sam is skeptical, so they invite dinner guests over and stay up to 2:22am to uncover the truth.
2:22 - A Ghost Story premiered at the Noel Coward Theatre in 2021, and has since played at the Gielgud Theatre and Criterion Theatre. The current run of 2:22 - A Ghost Story is at the Criterion Theatre to 8 January — get tickets here.
Matthew Dunster directs Danny Robins’s 2:22 - A Ghost Story, and the show features set design by Anna Fleischle, costume design by Cindy Lin, lighting design by Lucy Carter, and sound by Ian Dickinson for Autograph Sound.
2:22 - A Ghost Story is at the Lyric Theatre.
Book 2:22 - A Ghost Story tickets on London Theatre.
Photo credit: Cheryl (Photo courtesy of production)
Frequently asked questions
What is 2:22 A Ghost Story about?
The Olivier-nominated and WhatsOnStage Award-winning supernatural thriller play, 2:22 A Ghost Story, returns for its sixth West End run with an exceptional cast, including Donna Air (The Split) and BAFTA Award nominee James Buckley (The Inbetweeners).
How long is 2:22 A Ghost Story?
The running time of 2:22 A Ghost Story is 2hr. Incl. 1 Interval.
Where is 2:22 A Ghost Story playing?
2:22 A Ghost Story is playing at Gielgud Theatre. The theatre is located at 35-37 Shaftesbury Avenue, London, W1D 6AR.
How do you book tickets for 2:22 A Ghost Story?
Book tickets for 2:22 A Ghost Story on London Theatre.
What's the age requirement for 2:22 A Ghost Story?
The recommended age for 2:22 A Ghost Story is Ages 12+. Everyone must have their own ticket. Under 16s must be accompanied by and sat next to a ticketholder who is 18+. Under 4s will not be admitted. .
Who wrote 2:22 A Ghost Story?
Danny Robins (BBC podcasts The Battersea Poltergeist and Uncanny) wrote the play.
Who directed 2:22 A Ghost Story?
Isabel Marr and Matthew Dunster stage the show.
Is 2:22 A Ghost Story appropriate for kids?
This play is best for children ages 12 and above as some of the more intense aspects of this thriller may not be suitable for young children.
Is 2:22 A Ghost Story good?
2:22 A Ghost Story is a gripping supernatural thriller with comedy interspersed. The play has been widely successful, earning numerous awards, and is now in its sixth West End run.
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