West End musical concert to launch anti-bully charity, The Charlie Kristensen Foundation.

THERE'S NO PLACE LIKE HOME will take place at the Lyric Theatre on 22 October to launch the Charlie Kristensen Foundation.

The concert will feature an array of stage talent, including Jodie Prenger (Oliver) who will host the event. THERE'S NO PLACE LIKE HOME will take audiences along the yellow brick road of Kristensen's imagination, to find the place where he belongs.

The charity is named after Charlie Kristensen who launched the #CheerUpCharlie campaign on social media after months of bullying due to his love of musical theatre. Two years later, the a 13-year-old anti-bullying campaigner, stage and screen actor was recognised with a Diana Award and a special "Angel" award at the WhatsOnStage Awards.

The new anti-bullying charity foundation includes chair Jamie Read, as well as trustees and patrons Nikki Bentley, Dominic Ferris, Danyl Johnson, Nathaniel Morrison, Will Poulter, Jodie Prenger, Sam Retford and Ben Stock.

The concert is directed by Dean Johnson, with musical direction by Ellie Verkerk, choreography by Khiley Williams and lighting design by Joseph Ed Thomas. THERE'S NO PLACE LIKE HOME will also feature a ten-strong band and guest appearances from top West End stars. The full line-up will be announced soon.

THERE'S NO PLACE LIKE HOME will perform at the Lyric Theatre on 22 October 2023.