NEWS - FULL CAST ANNOUNCED FOR 13 GOING ON 30 THE MUSICAL, PREMIERING IN MANCHESTER THIS AUTUMN
- Sarah Monaghan
- Jun 4
- 2 min read
Updated: 5 days ago
🎭 Full Cast Announced for 13 Going on 30 the Musical Ahead of Manchester Premiere
The wait is over! The full cast has been revealed for the hotly anticipated world premiere of 13 Going on 30 the Musical, based on the much-loved 2004 romantic comedy film. The show opens this autumn at the Manchester Opera House, running from 21 September to 12 October 2025, for a strictly limited season.
About the Show
The musical follows Jenna Rink, a 13-year-old who dreams of escaping the awkwardness of middle school and suddenly wakes up in the body of a 30-year-old magazine editor. With a whirlwind of confusion, charm, and second chances, the show explores what it really means to grow up and what we might leave behind in the process.
Leading the Cast
Previously announced Lucie Jones (Waitress, Les Misérables) will star as the adult Jenna, joined by the newly announced David Hunter (Waitress, Kinky Boots) and Grace Mouat (Six, & Juliet) as her co-leads. Together, they promise powerhouse performances in this magical new musical.
Supporting Cast
Joining the lead trio are:
Caleb Roberts as Richard
Andrew Berlin as Kyle Grandy
Dominic Andersen as Alex
Ross Dawes as Wayne
Suzie McAdam as Bev
Iván Fernández González as Darius Mark
Rose Galbraith as Paige
Jenna Innes as Wendy
The adult ensemble features a brilliant company of talent: Tia Antoine-Charles, George Bray, Elliot David Parkes, Sarah Drake, Henry Lawes, Rachel Moran, Amy Parker, Jack Rowell, Rebecca-Daisy Wellington, and Kevin Yates.
Children’s Casting
A dynamic group of young performers bring Jenna's 13-year-old world to life. The children’s cast includes:
Max Bispham, Cyrus Campbell, Melody Caruana, Keira Chansa, Emmeline D’arcy-Walsh, Anna De Oliveira, Azaelea Zona Harris, Hughie Higginson, Bella Hockaday, Clare Keeley, Fearne Lily King I’anson, Amelia Minto, Florence Moluluo, Nyomi Okoro, Marlis Robson, Star Lily Shentall-Lee, Joel Tennant, Maddison Thew, Florrie May Wilkinson, Clark Young, and Hanya Zhang.
Creative Team
The production brings together a dream creative team:
Director: Andy Fickman (Heathers)
Choreographer: Jennifer Weber (& Juliet)
Set Designer: Colin Richmond
Musical Supervisor: Alan Williams (also overseeing vocal, dance, and incidental arrangements)
Lighting Designer: Howard Hudson (WhatsOnStage Award-winner)
Sound Designer: Adam Fisher
Video Designer: George Reeve
Orchestrations: Alan Williams, Michael Weiner, and Doug Zachary
Casting Director: Will Burton
Children’s Casting/Management: Keston and Keston
Production Management: Simon Gooding and Matt Jones (Gooding Jones Production Management)
Producers: ROYO, Revolution Studios, Wendy Federman, and Phil Kenny.
Final Thoughts
With a nostalgic heart, a hilarious and heartfelt story, and a dazzling cast, 13 Going on 30 the Musical looks set to be one of 2025’s must-see shows. Whether you grew up with the film or are discovering Jenna Rink’s magical journey for the first time, this brand-new musical promises laughter, tears, and 2000s-style fun.
🌟 Grab your best glitter lip gloss and mark your diaries! Manchester, you're going to want to go back to being 13.
You can find tickets for the show at the link below 📅🌟
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