 Sean K Andrews as ‘Harry Houdini’
Sean was born in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada. He graduated from Dalhousie University with a biology degree and from there went into show business.
He attended Sheridan College in their prestigious music theatre programme. His credits include" Mamma Mia!"(North American premiere), "Footloose" (Canadian premiere), "Perfect life"(World premiere), "The Little Match Girl" (World premiere), The Pirates of Penzance" and "Taming of the Shrew."
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|  Dean Reid as ‘Hunter’
Dean was born and raised in Pontypool, South Wales and trained at Mountview Academy of theatre arts. Previous roles include Danny Zuko in Grease, Elvis in Elvis the Musical, Jack Chesney in Charlie's Aunt and an ugly sister in Cinderella! Dean’s most recent performance was as ‘Prince Charming’ in Cinderella, ‘The Beast’ in Beauty and the Beast and ‘King Rat’ in Dick Whittington.
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 Mark Siney as ‘JC Cannell’
Mark has appeared in West End productions of Oliver, The Phantom of The Opera and as one of Ireland’s three tenors in Spirit of the Dance. As a regular to Gilbert & Sullivan Mark has appeared most notably as Sir Joseph Porter in HMS Pinafore with The Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra and was understudy to Timothy West on the Carl Rosa national tour.TV appearances include Hollyoaks and concerts include The Doctor in Du Barry was a Lady for BBC Radio 3.
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 Kerry Whiteside as ‘Bess’
Kerry trained at ‘The Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts’ graduating in 2006. Whilst at LIPA some of her credits include Evelyn Lincoln in the European Premier of ‘First Lady Suite’, Zanda in ‘The Clink’ and a range of characters in ‘Oh What a Lovely War.’ Other theatre credits include Mae in ‘The Wild Party’ for the National Student Theatre Company and most recently the title role in ‘Pinocchio’ (Warwick and Darwen). |
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 Susanna Somerville - Ensemble/Understudy "Bess"
Susanna started her training at the Ker-Mel School of dance in Hampshire and went on to The Central School of Ballet Senior. Associates followed by a HND in Dance and Theatre Performance at Bird college. Since graduation last year, Susanna has appeared in a number of TV commercials and national advertising campaigns. In 2006, Susanna appeared in "Aladdin" in Maidstone. |
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 Andrew Gordon Watkins - Ensemble/Understudy "JC Cannell"
Andrew completed his training at at the Central School of Speech and Drama, after graduating from the University of Exeter with a BA Hons degree in Drama. Professional theatre credits include “Hello Dolly”, “Treasure Island and The Pirates of the Caribbean”, “annie”, Marilyn the Musical” and Macbeth” at the Udeski Theatre in Brazil. On filmAndre3 appeared in “April Rhapsody”and he was also Associate Choreographer and performer in “beauty and the Beast”, “The Wild Party” and Little Shop of Horrors”. |
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 David Bridges – Ensemble/Understudy “Hunter”
Upon graduating from Tiffany Theatre College, David appeared in “Clactons Summer Spectacular” before embarking on a USA tour with “Broadway, A Star Spangled Celebration”. Other theatre credits include “Christmas on Broadway” (Memphis TN) “Spirit of The Dance” (USA & Europe) and lead vocalist in “Spirit of Christmas” (Reno, NV). He was also on original cast member of “Dancing Queen” which had its world premiere in Monte Carlo.
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 Faye Willis - Ensemble
Faye trained at The Urdang Academy and The Elmhurst Ballet School and then went on to the Italia Conti Academy in London, 3where she trained with a full scholars whip for five year sw. Appearances include The London Children’s Ballet production of “Ballet Shoes”. She 3was a dancer at The Brit Awards in 2005, 2006 and 2007 and also appeared as a dancer in “picnic in the Park”, The English National Ballet’s “The Nutcracker” “South Pacific” at Avondale Theatre in London and a tour of “Christmas Carol”. |
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 Paul Brookland – Ensemble/Understudy “Houdini”
Paul is originally from Leigh in Lancashire and trained at Merseyside Dance and Drama Centre. After training, Paul danced for Dougie Squires and Ken Oldfield and directed a production of “Little Shop of Horrors” at The Stanley Theatre in Liverpool, He then went on to spend seven years in “Starlight Express” in Germany playing up to 12 roles including “Dustin”, “Flat Top” and “The Rockies”. Paul is also a freelance personal fitness trainer and studio instructor.
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 Lottie Croucher - Ensenble/Dance Captain
Recently completing her training at The Centre Performing Arts college, Lottie has no3w gained her “Foundations in Dance Instruction” in modern, jazz and tap. Lottie has performed at the Bloomsbury Theatre, Holborn, Green3wich Theatre and at Her Majesty;sw Theatre in the West End as well as several corporate events. Recently , she has been Assistant Choreographer/Head Girl for Spiller Productions in “Cinderella” in 2006 and a Director/Choreographer for “Grease – The Musical”” for Italia Conti’ Associate School. |
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| Behind the scenes... |
| Houdini - the musical is orchestrated by Simon Fricker. choreographed by Marie McCullough and written and devised by Simon Mark Leigh and Jamie Alan Nicklin |
Simon Mark Leigh
Simon Leigh is a professional performer with experience spanning every area of the entertainments industry. He has performed in countless musicals, shows and plays and on many five star cruise liners. He has also hosted his own network TV show and has enjoyed considerable success as a writer and lyricist. He has produced a number of shows including “Teechers” at the Edinburgh Fringe and the musical “Corporate Bluebird” in London. He is currently a resident director and production manager for one of Europe’s largest Entertainment companies.
Jamie Alan Nicklin
 Jamie began learning the art of magic at the age of five and he performed his first stage show at the age of eight. He became a professional magician and the age of 16. He has performed worldwide on major TV shows and in numerous theatres, including the London Palladium. He has also designed illusions ad stage effects for many top names in the music and entertainment industry including an illusion to terminate the rock band Iron Maiden on their farewell tour. Recent assignments include making the new Mercedes M Class appear from thin air at the UK launch of the model and making a Robinson Helicopter vanish live on stage! Jamie once supplied 88 custom built illusions in one order the biggest order of its type ever.
Simon Fricker
 An accomplished and versatile pianist and arranger, Simon has musically directed and orchestrated many scores for a wide range of productions, from tried and tested favourites such as “Blood Brothers”, “The Wizard of Oz”, “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat” and “West Side Story”, to those with an original concept; “Patsy Cline – A Musical Tribute”, “She Knows You Know”, “Stand By Your Man” and a whole repertoire of pantomimes! Escapades abroad include an extensive German tour of “Oklahoma!” and “Elvis the Legend” in Sweden with an American cast and a mixed Swedish/English orchestra! Simon has worked with some of our most celebrated television and variety artists including Larry Grayson, Jimmy Tarbuck, Barbara Windsor, Ruth Madoc, Max Bygraves, Tommy Cooper, Les Dennis, Paul Shane, Gordon Kaye, Kate O’Mara, Jim Bowen, Ray Alan and Brian Blessed, to name but a few!
 Paul Cooke - Illusion consultant
Paul's interest in magic began 3when he was given a magic set as a child. By the time he was 17, he was already performing his illusion act on board luxury cruise liners worldwide. By the early 90's he was awarded the prestigious title of "British Magical Champion of Illusion" along with his partner. Now an established design and magic consultant, Paul has an extremely impressive list of major television appearances including "Sorcerers Apprentice" (Twenty Twenty), "Max Magic" (Carlton) and Monkey Magic" series 1 & 2 (Objective Productions). His extensive client list includes major theatres and theme parks, pantomimes and corporate clients.
 Clare Nordbruch - Costume/Scenic Designer
Clare trained at the Gloria Roberts Stage School in the Isle of Wight until the ate of 18 when she gained a place at Portsmouth College of Art. Her professional career in the theatre has taken her to all four corner of the globe as a performer and a a theatrical designer. Clare's work has included the "Talk of London", "Dury Lane" and CSE tours to Bosnia, Croatia and the Falkland Islands and TV work for Granada, Channel 4 and GMTV.
 Marie Kay McCullough - Choreographer
Marie trained at Elmhurst Ballet School. Her theatre credits include Sarah in "Seven Brides for Seven Brothers" (UK Tour)
Spirit in "Spirit of the Dance" (original UK Tour), Terry in "Pal Joey", Jane in "Postcards" and Abby in "Pleasure Island". She has also performed as a soloist with Dansez Espagnola for a commissioned Spanish Ballet premiere of "Histoire Del Toreo". She has choreographed shows for Opera Societies, touring shows and pantomimes including "Wizard of Oz", "Grease", "Singing in the Rain", "Fiddler on the Roof", "My Fair Lady", "South Pacific", Oklahoma" and "Guys and Dolls".
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