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West End's Bake Off musical is coming to Ipswich

The Great British Bake Off Musical, inspired by the popular Channel 4 programme, is heading to Ipswich after its West End success.

Why it matters: The show marks the 40th anniversary of local theatre group The Gallery Players, bringing a fresh West End production to Suffolk audiences.

The Great British Bake Off Musical cast
The Great British Bake Off Musical, inspired by the popular Channel 4 programme, is heading to Ipswich after its West End success(Mike Kwasniak)

The details: The musical follows eight contestants as they "whisk, knead, and bake their way to glory" under the watchful eyes of the TV show's iconic judges.

Directed and choreographed by Wade Ablitt, who previously worked on "Parade" and "The Secret Diary of Adrian Mole", with music direction by Matthew Snow, the production will feature "a stellar cast of East Anglia's leading amateur talent".

  • The show runs from 23-26 July at The New Wolsey Theatre

  • Tickets start from £15

  • The book, music and lyrics are by Jake Brunger and Pippa Cleary

The Great British Bake Off Musical poster
The Great British Bake Off Musical(New Wolsey Theatre)

What to expect: The production promises to recreate the Bake Off tent experience, including tense technical challenges and joyous showstoppers, through original songs and choreography.

What they're saying: The production is described as a "hilarious and heartwarming new musical" that "blends the charm of the hit TV show with toe-tapping original songs".

The bottom line: This theatrical adaptation offers both fans of the TV show and musical enthusiasts a chance to experience the beloved Bake Off format in a new medium, with the production promising "no soggy bottoms here!"

Tickets are expected to sell like hot cakes and can be booked via the New Wolsey's website.

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Despite a lack of promotion, the big reveal drew a good crowd of passersby

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