Strictly star Seann Walsh barely recognisable in Shakespeare stage debut

Strictly Come Dancing star Seann Walsh is appearing at Stafford Gatehouse Theatre - in his first stage role. The comedian - who danced with Katya Jones in the 2018 edition of Strictly - is playing Malvolio in Twelfth Night: A Cornish Tale.

The production kicked off last night and runs until July 7. The cast also includes Molly Windsor, from Three Girls and Traces; and Emmerdale actress Natalie Anderson.

A theatre spokesman said: "Set in 1960s Cornwall, this vivid production will conjure up childhood memories of visits to Britain’s most beautiful coastline; beaches, fishing villages, costumes and music to match. It’s a feast for the eyes and ears – and that’s before The Bard’s superb story-telling gets into its stride. Twists, turns, sight gags, word-play – and some of Shakespeare’s most loved lines - all add to this being a production that will leave you longing for more."

Tickets are priced from £23.50. For ticket information click here.

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