Glorious! at Hope Mill Theatre

Kristy Stott, Theatre Editor

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Glorious!

Hope Mill Theatre, Manchester
27 February-30 March 2025

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Glorious! at Hope Mill Theatre
Image courtesy of Cian O'Ryan.
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Hope Mill Theatre presents Glorious! Peter Quilter’s acclaimed comedy about the remarkable and unlikely career of Florence Foster Jenkins, the world’s most famously terrible singer. Known for her flamboyant costumes, enigmatic performances, and her off-key voice, Florence became a legend despite her complete lack of technical singing ability.

For every performance, ten £10 tickets are available, giving you the chance to see this joyous show at an unbeatable price.

Starring Wendy Peters (Coronation Street, ITV; Hetty Feather, CBBC), this witty and uplifting show charts the unlikely rise of a woman whose passion for music far outweighed her ability to sing in tune.

Set in 1940s New York, Glorious! follows Florence, a wealthy socialite with a dream of operatic stardom. Despite a complete lack of vocal skill, her exuberant and wildly off-key performances earn her a devoted following—culminating in a concert of a lifetime at Carnegie Hall. At the heart of the story is her relationship with pianist Cosme McMoon, played by Charlie Hiscock (Ted Lasso, Apple TV+), who finds himself caught between admiration, frustration and reluctant loyalty as he helps bring her vision to life.

Glorious! at Hope Mill Theatre
Image courtesy of Cian O’Ryan.

We’re pleased to bring details of an exclusive deal for this show too. To celebrate Hope Mill Theatre’s 10th Anniversary, a special £10 ticket offer is available for both Glorious! and Mel Brooks’ Young Frankenstein, which comes to Hope Mill this autumn. With ten £10 tickets available for each remaining performance of Glorious! – there’s no better time to catch this acclaimed comedy, already receiving rave reviews.

Combining sharp humour with a surprisingly touching exploration of artistic ambition, Glorious! is a heartwarming tribute to the joy of performance and the resilience of those who pursue their passion against all odds.

Don’t miss your chance to see this triumphant true story on stage. Grab a £10 ticket and take your seat for this unmissable theatrical treat.

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