Mange tout, mange tout. Stick a pony in your pocket; grab your suitcase from the van…..
Comedy giant Paul Whitehouse reprises his West End starring role as the lovable Grandad in the UK and Ireland tour of the smash-hit show Only Fools and Horses: The Musical. Joining Paul on tour will be Sam Lupton (Wicked, LittleShop of Horrors) as Del Boy (main image) and Tom Major, making his professional theatre debut as Rodney.
Direct from a record-breaking, four-year, sold-out run in London’s West End, the musical visits Leeds Grand Theatre from Mon 24 February–Sat 1 March 2025. PaulWhitehouse: “We had four amazing years in the West End, playing to packed-out houses every night, so it’s an honour to take Only Fools on the road to towns and cities up and down the country from September this year. I’m delighted to return to the role of Grandad once more–I’ve really missed him – and audiences will also get to see all the other hilarious characters they know and love from the television series live on stage at their local theatre. We can’t wait to see you. Mange Tout!Mange Tout!”
Fans and critics alike praised Only Fools and Horses: The Musical in their droves during its triumphant West End run, hailing it ‘One Del of a show!’ (The Sun), ‘a treat for Trotter fans’ (Daily Mirror), ‘a blast from our wide-boy past. A hearty stage adaptation of the 1980s BBC television comedy’ (Sunday Times) and an ‘unashamedly British night out. A jubilant lovely jubbly!’ (Evening Standard).
Directed by the originating West End director Caroline Jay Ranger, and based on John Sullivan’s legendary, record-breaking television show, this critically acclaimed home-grown musical spectacular features cherished material from Britain’s best-loved TV series. With a script and original score written by John’s son, Jim Sullivan, and Paul Whitehouse, prepare to be reacquainted with Britain’s most lovable rogues and experience the classic comedy brought to life on stage through an ingenious script and hilarious songs. Join us as we take a trip back in time, where it’s all kicking off in Peckham.
While the yuppie invasion of London is in full swing, love is in the air as Del Boy sets out on the rocky road to find his soul mate, Rodney and Cassandra prepare to say “I do”, and even Trigger is gearing up for a date (with a person!). Meanwhile, Boycie and Marlene give parenthood one final shot and Grandad takes stock of his life and decides the time has finally arrived to get his piles sorted.
With musical contributions from the iconic Chas and Dave.
Book tickets online at leedsheritagetheatres.com or call the Box Office on 0113 243 0808.
Photography by Johan Persson.
