“Hello, Imelda!” Staunton is spectacular as widowed matchmaker Dolly Levi in Dominic Cooke’s long-awaited revival Read MORE

 

London Palladium’s latest production of Hello, Dolly! brings a much-needed dose of joy and wit to turbulent times, with Imelda Staunton delivering a luminous performance in the lead role. Directed by Dominic Cooke, this revival marks a reunion between Staunton and Cooke, who previously collaborated on the acclaimed 2017 production of Follies. Read MORE

Imelda Staunton had the best support around her as she stepped out on stage for the gala performance of Oh, Dolly!. Read MORE

Hello Dolly review: Imelda Staunton is at the top of her game in stunning performance

Imelda Staunton steps into the character immortalised by Barbra Streisand and proves there is nothing like a Dame for remaking a role in her own image. She joins the illustrious roll call of Dollys that include Carol Channing, Ethel Merman and Bette Midler. Read MORE

 

 

As Hello, Dolly! prepares to lift the curtain on opening night at The London Palladium, we’re looking back at the wealth of talent that came before the much-anticipated turn of Imelda Staunton.

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