Laura Tyrer to play Velma in Chicago the Musical

Laura Tyrer will join the West End cast of CHICAGO the musical at the Phoenix Theatre, playing the role of Velma Kelly from Monday 24th September. This was the role which Denise Van Outen was due to take over, but had to postpone due to injury. She  joins Alexandra Burke as Roxie Hart, Duncan James as Billy Flynn, Mazz Murray as Mama Morton and Paul Rider as Amos Hart. 

Laura Tyrer secured the role of Velma via an audition to be shown as part of the brand new 6 part ITV series The Big Audition, from the makers of First Dates, which begins on Friday 5th October. The series delves into the world of real life, genuine auditions.

Laura’s previous West End credits include Matilda, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, From Here to Eternity, Cabaret, Spamalot and most recently Ruthless! Her touring credits include Thoroughly Modern Millie, White Christmas and Beauty and the Beast.

 CHICAGO is booking  until Saturday 5th January 2019.