It’s 1947 – austerity Britain, belts are being tightened, fair shares for all, the coldest winter in decades and a Royal Wedding. Sound familiar? Adapted from Alan Bennett and Malcolm Mowbray's hilarious comic film ‘A Private Function’; a tale that centres around Betty, an adorable pig who is being illegally reared more...
Dan Burton, who recently played Barraclough and understudied Lockwood and Gilbert in Betty Blue Eyes at the Novello Theatre, has an impressive background with roles in shows like Legally Blonde, West Side Story, and the original London cast of Dirty Dancing. more...
Kirsty Hoiles, who has performed in a variety of acclaimed theatre productions, was notably part of the West End cast of "Betty Blue Eyes," and her involvement in the show is also commemorated through the cast album recording. more...
Howard Jones, who recently served as Swing & Dance Captain in Cameron Mackintosh's production of *Betty Blue Eyes* at the Novello Theatre, boasts an impressive array of credits including roles in *Oliver!*, *West Side Story*, and *Mary Poppins* in the West End. more...
Claire Machin, who played Mrs. Metcalf in the Novello Theatre production of "Betty Blue Eyes," has an extensive theatre background, including notable roles such as Violet Butterfield in "Flowers for Mrs. Harris" and Mabel in "The Pajama Game." more...
Adrian Scarborough, an accomplished actor with notable film and television credits, brought his award-winning talent to the stage in "Betty Blue Eyes." more...
Awards and Nominations
2012 Olivier Awards
Best Actor In A Musical: Reece Shearsmith was nominated but did not win.
Best Actress In A Musical: Sarah Lancashire was nominated but did not win.
Production Team
Neil Austin Lighting Designer
Richard Beadle Musical Director
William David Brohn Orchestrator
Richard Eyre Director
Tim Hatley Scenic Designer
Costume Designer
Stephen Mear Choreographer
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Mick Potter Sound Designer
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