Three actors to share the role of Ali Rose in BURLESQUE THE MUSICAL

Shehrazade Zafar-Arif 8 June, 2026, 10:53

Burlesque the Musical and Christina Aguilera have revealed the three actresses that will share the role of Ali Rose, one of the most coveted leading stage roles, when the musical opens at The Arts at Marble Arch.

Natalia Jacques, Gracie O’Brien, Cecilia Petrush. Photo provided by production

Based on the popular 2010 Globe Globe Best Picture nominated film starring Christina Aguilera and Cher, Burlesque was adapted for the stage by Steven Antin and features music by Christina Aguilera, Sia, Diane Warren, Todrick Hall and Jess Folley. It tells the story of Ali, who arrives in New York in search of the mother she never knew, and stumbles upon a dazzling underground club. In this intoxicating world of music and dance, she begins to discover her extraordinary voice, and finds an unexpected family of dreamers, misfits, and schemers who will inspire and challenge her, and change her life forever.

Following a sold-out, critically acclaimed run at the Savoy Theatre, Burlesque the Musical is returning to London at the new West End venue, The Arts at Marble Arch. Sharing the iconic role of the waitress-turned-burlesque performer Ali Rose, played in the 2010 film by Christina Aguilera, for the first time ever will be three young actresses. Natalia Jacques, a recent graduate making her professional stage debut, will portray Ali in the West End production. Gracie O’Brien, also making her professional stage debut, will be heading the 33-week UK tour from July. Cecilia Petrush from Brooklyn, New York, who dazzled producers during a global talent search, will be the alternate Ali.

As previously announced, Cassidy Janson has been cast as Tess Richarde, the fabulous owner of the Burlesque Lounge, played in the 2010 film by Cher.

Burlesque the Musical will play at The Arts at Marble Arch from 12 September 2026 until 31 January 2027.

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