Go Go Craig!
February 27, 2008
When producer/director BILL KENWRIGHT brings his renowned production of Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber’s JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT back to the Sunderland Empire this summer, audiences will undoubtedly recognize the young man in the leading role it will be 25 year-old CRAIG CHALMERS
Craig was one of the most popular finalists in the recent hit BBC series Any Dream Will Do. Watched by millions every Saturday night, the show was produced to find a leading man for Andrew Lloyd Webber’s new West End production, and Craig, chosen from tens of thousands of wannabes, charmed audiences week after week with his vocal talents, finishing in the top five.
Before JOSEPH, Edinburgh born Craig was a professional vocalist and entertainer. He was part of successful boyband ‘No Reason’ who enjoyed a top ten hit, as well as performing at the Kings Theatre in Edinburgh and Hampden Stadium, alongside Blue, McFly, Sugarbabes and Girls Aloud.
Retelling the Biblical story of Joseph his eleven brothers and the coat of many colours, this magical musical is full of unforgettable songs including Any Dream Will Do, Close Ev’ry Door To Me and One More Angel.
JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT bursts on to the stage at the Sunderland Empire from Monday 30 June to Saturday 5 July 2008. For tickets priced £12.50 - £26.00 call 0844 847 2499 or go to SunderlandEmpire.org.uk


