“A Night With Janis Joplin” to premiere in London

LONDON: The hit Broadway musical “A Night With Janis Joplin” is set to premiere in the United Kingdom (UK), drawing excitement from fans of both rock music and theater.

A Night With Janis Joplin will open curtains at the Peacock Theatre from August 21 till September 28 this year. As per reports, the musical will honour the iconic rock star Janis Joplin.

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The musical will portray her career and life while also highlighting her profound impact on music and culture during the late 1960s.

Mary Bridget Davies will portray Joplin, alongside Sharon Sexton and other cast members.

Joplin was an instant hit her raw, powerful vocals that commanded every nearby listener’s attention. She was also famous for her thunderous performances at renowned music festivals, including Woodstock.

The musical will include Joplin’s most famous hits such as “Piece Of My Heart”, and “Me And Bobby McGee”.

The musical was launched in 2011. It was an instant hit, touring extensively before arriving on Broadway in 2013. Mary Bridget Davies even netted herself a Tony Award nomination for “Best Lead Actress in a Musical” for her role.

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Laura Joplin, Janis Joplin’s sister, loved the musical as well. She described how it brought back memories of her sister that stir both, happiness and sorrow.