The West End hit takes to the road
The West End hit takes to the road
Why see The Drifters Girl?
heading out on tour
The Drifters Girl is bursting out of the West End and shimmies on to a stage near you! This epic musical celebrates the powerhouse that was Faye Treadwell, who as the world's first African American female music manager launched '50s R&B supergroup The Drifters to international acclaim. Featuring some of the globe's most iconic songs, The Drifters Girl is one musical event you won't want to miss.
An inspiring tale of passion and determination The Drifters Girl follows Treadwell from the highs of chart-topping records and sell-out tours to the lows of legal battles and personal tragedy, as she vows to never give up on the band that she loves.
Featuring some of the globe's most iconic songs, "Save The Last Dance For Me", "Stand By Me", "Under The BoardWalk" plus many more.
Who are The Drifters?
Originally formed as the backing group for Clyde McPhatter The Drifters enjoyed great success for over the course of the '50s, '60s, and '70s. With over 38 albums to their name The Drifters first graced the top of the charts with their 1960 hit single "Save The Last Dance For Me". Going onto garner 33 charted singles The Drifters were inducted into the Vocal Group Hall of Fame in 1998.
Did you know?
The Drifters have welcomed over 60 members to their lineup over the last century, and they still perform to this day!
Key Information
Dates
Finished 13 Jan
Cast
Felicia Boswell as Faye Treadwell
Toash Wanogho-Maud as Ben E King
Tarinn Callender as Johnny Moor
Adam J Bernard as George Treadwell
Matt Henry as Clyder McPhatter
Creative
Directed by Jonathan Church
Set design by Anthony Ward
Choreography by Karen Bruce
Costume design by Fay Fullerton
Orchestration and musical supervision by Chris Egan
Lighting design by Ben Cracknell
Sound design by Tom Marshall
Video design by Andrzej Goulding
Awards
Olivier Award Nominations 2022
Best New Musical
Best Actress in a Musical - Beverly Knight
Reviews
Customer reviews
18 reviews, average rating: (3.8 Stars)
Lynn
Outstanding!
Absolutely loved this show! All voices were fabulous. Cast were lovely as well when we met them outside the theatre by accident when walking back to our car. Can thoroughly recommend, a must see! ... Read more
Audrey
Fabulous drifters
This afternoon my friend and I attended the drifters at the Edinburgh playhouse I cannot understand the negative comments we howled with laughter at the men playing female parts. The story was not confusing if you actually are a drifters fan . I paid twice the amount to see wizard of oz at the same venue and that was the worst show I have ever seen. Well done drifters ... Read more
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