Geri Halliwell among stars to appear in West End charity concert

Wednesday, August 15, 2012
10:49 AM

Stars including Geri Halliwell will take to the stage in the West End in a series of shows to raise money for Children In Need.

The ex-Spice Girl, who appeared with her former bandmates at the London 2012 Olympic closing ceremony, will appear in a performance of Singin’ In The Rain in the heart of London’s theatreland.

She said: “I have a thing for rain, so I am very excited to be performing in the West End musical Singin’ In The Rain and it’s all for BBC’s Children In Need: Pop goes the musical.

“Just imagine - for one night I get to perform in this classic musical.”

X Factor winner Alexandra Burke, meanwhile, will perform in Les Miserables and boyband Blue will join the cast of Jersey Boys.

Other names taking part include Macy Gray, who will appear in the Michael Jackson tribute show Thriller Live.

Last year, celebrities including Peter Andre and Mel C took part in the theatrical fundraiser.

Get tickets at www.lastminute.com/site/entertainment/charity