Details

Like her hero, Ritchie Valens, Sofia has music in her blood. Her dream is to follow in Ritchie's footsteps. To mix the music from her roots with the music in her heart and bring together a community that has never felt more divided. As she sets out to complete the tour that Ritchie never could, Sofia will discover that whilst talent makes you a star, it's fate that can make you a legend. Inspired by the unbelievable life and legacy of Rock ‘n' Roll legend, Ritchie Valens, and featuring some of the most iconic songs of all time, La Bamba! is a jaw-dropping new musical that mixes Latin, R&B and timeless rock and pop to tell the ultimate feel-good story of a young girl with a big voice, big dreams and an even bigger heart. A story of passion and pride and the discovery that every journey starts with one single step. World Premiere

Cast/Performers

Siva Kaneswaran (Mateo), Ines Fernandez (Sofia), Bethan Mitchell, Stefani Ariza, Julia Ruiz Fernandez, Nicolle Matheu, Gabriella Rose-Marchant, Alex Sturman, Tristan Ghostkeeper, Luke Jarvis

Creatives/Company

Presented by: Paul Morrissey Ltd
Director: Ray Roderick
Choreographer(s): Graziano Di Prima, Giada Lini (associate choreographer)
Music: Alfonso Casado-Trigo (musical supervisor / arranger)