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2023-06-12T08:03:06+00:00

Lyric kicks up its heels with Kinky Boots collection

Lyric Musical Society are putting their best foot forward for Friends in their upcoming production of musical Kinky Boots.

The show – being performed at His Majesty’s Theatre in Aberdeen between Wed 28 Jun and Sat 1 July – includes a collection for Friends, as well as some hair-raising fundraising beforehand.

The musical theatre society is based in the city and celebrated its 70th anniversary last year. But it says it’s certainly not slowing down yet. Made up of around 80 active members, more than 40 of these will be taking to the stage in what promises to be a tremendous show.

Chairman Kyle Yeats said: “The Lyric always wants to bring exciting and vibrant shows that our loyal local audiences will enjoy.

“This is definitely one of those, and we're sure the audience will come out of the theatre with their toes tapping and humming the songs.”

Mostly inspired by true events, the musical tells the story of Charlie Price who inherited a shoe factory from his father and forms an unlikely partnership with cabaret performer and drag queen Lola to produce a line of high-heeled boots to save the business.

Based on the 2005 British film Kinky Boots, this uplifting musical features a Tony and Grammy-winning score by Cyndi Lauper, and is filled with glitter, glam and “a whole lot of sole”.

In addition to the charity collection at each of the shows, some of Lyric’s leading men - who will be playing the part of Lola and her Angels - will also be doing a “waxathon”, getting their legs, chests, pits and backs stripped bare.

She said: “Every year we look to support local charities, and ask our members for charity nominations.

“Friends of Roxburghe House Grampian was put forward and voted for by members due to the fantastic work it does to make life more comfortable for those receiving palliative care.

“Some of our members have unfortunately seen first hand the support offered and we're really pleased to give something back.”

Donations towards the waxathon by Lola and her Angels can be made here.

Since its inception, Lyric has staged at least one show a year, usually performed at His Majesty’s Theatre.

The society is run by a committee that appoints a new production team every year, and the company has covered a plethora of musicals including classics such as Carousel, The Sound of Music and My Fair Lady, as well as newer shows such as Elf, Sister Act, Made in Dagenham and now Kinky Boots.

Book your tickets now - and you can follow all the fun and games in the build-up on Lyric’s social channels on Facebook and Instagram.

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