West End Kids Alumna Georgia Gillam Joins the UK & Ireland Tour of Tina – The Tina Turner Musical
We are absolutely delighted to share the exciting news that West End Kids alumna Georgia Gillam has been cast in the UK & Ireland tour of Tina – The Tina Turner Musical! Georgia will play the role of Alline Bullock, Tina Turner’s sister, and will also serve as the 2nd cover for Tina Turner herself—an incredible opportunity in this electrifying production.
A Rising Star
Georgia’s journey from her days as a West End Kid to securing a role in this major touring production is a testament to her talent, dedication, and passion for musical theatre. After training with us, Georgia has gone on to build an exciting career, and this latest achievement is just the next step in what promises to be a remarkable journey.
About Tina – The Tina Turner Musical
Tina – The Tina Turner Musical tells the inspiring true story of Tina Turner, the twelve-time Grammy Award-winning Queen of Rock ‘n’ Roll. Featuring a soundtrack of her greatest hits—including Proud Mary, What’s Love Got To Do With It?, River Deep, Mountain High, and Simply The Best—the show chronicles Tina’s rise from humble beginnings to global superstardom, overcoming incredible challenges along the way.
The musical has been a massive success in the West End, Broadway, and internationally, and this UK & Ireland tour will bring the show’s energy and emotion to audiences across the country.
An Outstanding Cast
Georgia will be joining a phenomenal cast for the UK & Ireland tour. The lead role of Tina Turner will be played by Elle-Ma Kinga N’Zuzi and Jochebel Ohene MacCarthy, both of whom have previously played the role in international productions. David King-Yombo will star as Ike Turner, with a strong supporting cast that brings Tina’s incredible story to life.
A Proud Moment for West End Kids
We couldn’t be prouder of Georgia as she takes on this incredible opportunity. She joins a long list of West End Kids alumni who have gone on to achieve remarkable success in professional theatre, proving that the training and real-world experience gained with us lays a strong foundation for a career on the West End and beyond.
Her journey is a fantastic inspiration to our current and future students, demonstrating what can be achieved with hard work, dedication, and a passion for performance.
Where to See Georgia in Action
The UK & Ireland tour of Tina – The Tina Turner Musical kicks off at the Curve Theatre, Leicester, in March 2025, before heading to venues across the country. This is an unmissable opportunity to see Georgia on stage and experience this powerhouse musical live!
We can’t wait to follow Georgia’s journey in this production, and we encourage everyone to get their tickets and support her in what is sure to be a show-stopping performance.
💫 Congratulations, Georgia – we’re so proud of you! 💫
