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Judy And Liza Come To The North West

9th Feb 2011

Treat the special ladies in your life to a Mothers’ Day they’ll never forget with a trip to see Judy and Liza, a glittering new show, which comes to The Southport Theatre especially for Mothers’ Day, Sunday 3 April at 4pm, prior to its premiere UK tour in the autumn.

Almost five decades after the ultimate showbiz mother Judy Garland and her daughter Liza Minnelli last performed together at the London Palladium, these two legendary songstresses return to the stage thanks to this brand new production, presented by JL Touring, which received standing ovations and rapturous acclaim from audiences and press alike during its preview season in Liverpool in November 2010.

These two extra-ordinary women of are portrayed by West End stars Emma Dears (Mary Magdelene-Jesus Christ Superstar, Ellen –Miss Saigon) and Lucy Williamson (We Will Rock You, Fame and most recently played alternate Judy in End of the Rainbow in the West End). Emma and Lucy will be backed by a four piece band, providing the perfect setting for the songs of Judy and Liza, with orchestrations from renowned Conductor and Composer Michael England, who has conducted a number of hit musicals including Phantom of the Opera and Miss Saigon in the West End. Michael also recently worked as Musical Director on the 25th Anniversary cast recording and subsequent tour of Les Miserables.

Images and footage of Judy, Liza and those closest to them form the backdrop to the show, whilst Emma, as Liza and Lucy, playing Judy, tell the sensational stories of the lives of these world famous artistes, featuring live performances of all of your favourite Judy and Liza hits including Cabaret, Maybe This Time and The Man That Got Away.

Judy and Liza is a dream that Emma Dears has had for a number of years. Emma has created the concept, written the script and also performs as Liza in the show. Emma is thrilled that she’s able to reawaken the magic of this Mother and Daughter duo especially for Mothers’ Day.

She said…. “When I wrote Judy and Liza it was the Mother/Daughter relationship that fascinated me, especially as they share a rare ability to move their audience. When you look deeper into the songs which they have both made famous over the years the parallels with their own life experiences are uncanny. This is why “Judy & Liza” works and why the audience will be taken on an emotional rollercoaster whilst at the same time enjoying some of the most beautiful and familiar songs of the last eighty years. It really is the perfect way to spend Mothers Day”

Get a sneak peak of the show by viewing its trailer at link

Judy and Liza makes a special Mothers’ Day appearance at the Southport Theatre on Sun 3rd April at 4pm. This is a show that the whole family, from daughter to Great Grandmother will not want to miss. So, come hear the music play, as the curtain rises once more on Judy and Liza…Together, wherever we go.

www.judyandliza.com

‘So I would dance and she would sing, and it was kind of a family thing.
Performing was part of our world.’ Liza Minnelli.

PUTTIN’ ON THE RITZ – EXCITING DINNER & SHOW PACKAGE
Enjoy a pre show lunch and see the Judy and Liza for just £29.50 per person.

Give your Mum an afternoon to treasure by teaming your visit to Judy and Liza with a delicious, two course meal at the theatre before the show. Your choice of Oven baked Supreme of Scottish Salmon or Wild Mushroom, Brie and Cranberry Wellington is followed by Strawberry Pavlova and cream in a lunch that is fit for the most fabulous of Mums. For more information or to make a booking call 01704 500036. Spaces are limited, so make sure you book early to avoid disappointment.

PERFORMANCE DETAILS

Judy and Liza
Southport – Theatre & Convention Centre
The Promenade
Southport
PS9 0DZ
Sunday 3rd April 2011, 4pm
Tickets: £21.25 – £23.25 (Inc booking fees)
Concessions: £19.25 – £21.25 (inc booking fees)
How to Book, call the theatre Box Office on 0870 145 1178 or call Ticketmaster on 0844 847 2380. Alternatively, visit the theatre’s website@ link