‘Happy & thrilled’ at musical’s success
Famous comedian Jimmy Cricket said he was “happy” and “thrilled” following the successful launch of his new musical.
Large audiences turned out to watch the two-night premiere of Maloney’s Big Moment at the Thwaites Empire Theatre in Blackburn earlier this month.
Jimmy said: “For both performances, more than 80% of tickets were sold, which for an original piece of theatre is a tremendous return. I am just thrilled I was able to get this new musical off the ground.
“I must thank the talented cast who only assembled really at the last minute, the fine musicians who made up the band, and the theatre’s technical staff for all coming together and delivering two performances of the show without much rehearsal time.
“I am also really happy that so many friends, colleagues, supporters and interested spectators came to support the show in such huge numbers.”
Above: Jimmy is pictured with the cast of the show, alongside the Mayor and Mayoress of Blackburn, back stage at the theatre on the opening night of the musical.
