Janis Joplin’s Musical ‘A Night With Janis Joplin’ to Premiere in the UK at the Peacock Theatre

The iconic Broadway musical, ‘A Night With Janis Joplin’, is all set to dazzle the UK audience as it premieres at London‘s esteemed Peacock Theatre on the 21st of August, running through till the 28th of September.

A nostalgic tribute to the legendary singer Janis Joplin and her musical influences like Aretha Franklin, Etta James, Odetta, Nina Simone, and Bessie Smith, the production stars the talented Mary Bridget Davies, who will be sharing the lead role with Sharon Sexton.

Janis Joplin, known for her soul-stirring bluesy vocals and candid persona, took the music scene by storm in 1967, and her iconic hits such as ‘Piece Of My Heart‘, ‘Cry Baby‘, and ‘Me And Bobby McGee’ will feature prominently in the show.

‘A Night With Janis Joplin’ debuted in 2011, garnering immediate acclaim and embarking on a successful tour before gracing the Broadway stage at the Lyceum Theatre in October 2013, with Mary Bridget Davies grabbing a Tony Award® nomination for her stellar portrayal of Janis Joplin.

Lauding the musical, Janis Joplin’s sister Laura Joplin expressed, ‘It is a vibrant retelling that fills my heart with joy and brings tears to my eyes.’

Secure your tickets now for ‘A Night With Janis Joplin’ at the Peacock Theatre, where Mary and Sharon are set to enthral audiences in evening and matinee performances, respectively.