Waterfront Theatre School will present the South African premiere of smash hit West End musical Everybody’s Talking About Jamie at Artscape from 9 to 19 July 2025.
Based on a true story, the production is a joyful, and deeply human musical about choosing to live out loud – even when the world tells you to stay quiet.
Meet Jamie. He’s sixteen. He’s fabulous. And he’s about to show the world what happens when you dare to dream out loud – in heels.
Starring the talented students from Waterfront Theatre School, Everybody’s Talking About Jamie features electrifying musical numbers and an honest, hilarious and heartfelt story about resilience and celebrating your individuality.
Created by the same team behind last year’s production of Heathers – The Musical, the show brings together a powerhouse creative trio – theatre-maker Paul Griffiths, musical director Garth Tavares, and choreographer Ursula Lubbe – each bringing their unique expertise to this bold production.
West End wonder
Everybody’s Talking About Jamie is a coming-of-age story, with a score by Dan Gillespie Sells and book and lyrics by Tom MacRae. The musical is inspired by the 2011 British television documentary Jamie: Drag Queen at 16 directed by Jenny Popplewell, The musical follows and is based upon the true-life story of 16-year-old British schoolboy Jamie Campbell, as he overcomes prejudice and bullying to step out of the darkness and become a drag queen.
The musical has been staged around the world, with productions in Japan, the USA, Mexico, Italy and Sweden, amongst others. The stage production has also been made into a movie.
What: Everybody’s Talking About Jamie
Where and when: Artscape from 9 to 19 July 2025
Tickets: Webtickets
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