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The star confirmed that he would be back on stage by this evening. He took to his Instagram stories in view of his 2.5 million followers to explain that he will be back shortly. He said that he has decided to put a “positive spin” on the incident and not let it hold him back.The actor then joked that “you’re supposed to do the full show and not just three-quarters of it".Taron said: "I've decided to put a positive spin on it and I would appreciate it if anyone who was in the theatre last night just said that I gave such a committed, electrifying performance that my body couldn't handle it and check out."That being said, apparently you're meant to actually do the full show and not just three quarters of it. “So I'll be back with a vengeance tomorrow night.”He then went on to thank his team and co-stars for “being so lovely".He specifically thanked Joel Harper-Jackson for doing the job of replacing him. He commended him as an actor and as a person. Taron added: "Thank you to the amazing team at the theatre and my wonderful cast mates for being so lovely."But mainly I wanted to say thanks to Joel Harper Jackson who stepped in to do the last bit of the play."Joel is an amazing actor and a lovely person.Thank you, Joel.”The stage play’s production team released a statement on Saturday night following the actor’s collapse. "During this evening’s first preview of Mike Bartlett’s play Cock at the Ambassadors Theatre, Taron Egerton fainted towards the end of the performance."A doctor who was in the audience attended to Taron immediately after the incident.“Whilst he felt fine, it was decided that Taron’s understudy, Joel Harper-Jackson, would continue in the role to complete the performance."

This Morning presenter Fern Britton received a surprise video message from Mamma Mia! Star Amanda Seyfried, who wished her luck in her upcoming performance on All Star Musicals At Christmas.

supports HTML5 videoWell, we can only imagine Boris Johnson’s excitement when he learns Peppa Pig is heading back to the West End.In news released today, which is of the most brilliant timing seeing as Mr Johnson’s mention of the fictional character during a recent interview has the country abuzz, and Holly Willoughby suggesting the leader is perfect for a voiceover role, it was announced Peppa and Friends would return to the stage for a limited festive run.From December 2, 2021 to January 2, 2022, Peppa Pig’s Best Day Ever!, the latest live show based on the animated TV series is pausing its UK and Ireland tour over the holiday season to hop on a sleigh into the capital.Celebrating its 10th season in the West End, the show will run at

Giovanna Fletcher replacing Lily Allen.The I’m A Celebrity … Get Me Out Of Here! winner will join Brooklyn Nine-Nine star Stephanie Beatriz and The Inbetweeners actor James Buckley for the West End show when it moves theatres for a new season.The play proved a smash hit with pop star Lily making her West End debut, with EastEnders’ Jake Wood and theatre star Hadley Fraser also treading the boards for the supernatural thriller.Podcast host and author Giovanna, who has gone from strength to strength since her castle, will take over the role of Jenny, previously played by Lily, when the show opens at the Gielgud Theatre following its run at the Noel Coward Theatre.Speaking on the news, she said: ‘I’m thrilled to be joining the cast of 2:22 – A

Strictly Come Dancing winner Ore Oduba has said he had doubts as to whether his musical theatre career would get off the ground.

Love Island star Amber Davies revealed she is staying single after Dolly Parton warned her men could derail her career.

We’ve just heard that a brand new YouTube channel titled The Shows Must Got On is set to be launched offering full theatre performances from some of the best productions online for free. Recent weeks have seen the temporary closure of theatres and their shows, meaning audiences around the world are spending more time at home than usual. The new YouTube Channel is set to provide theatre lovers with a West End and Broadway experience in their own homes, online for free. The Shows Must Go On YouTube channel is a great idea and is sure to be a massive hit with people in need of their musical theatre fix from Broadway, the West End and beyond whilst stuck at home during this difficult time.