First Look – Johannes Radebe, Matt Cardle and the Cast of Kinky Boots in Rehearsals
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Rehearsal images are released today of [Johannes Radebe](https://www.londontheatredirect.com/news/who-is-johannes-radebe), [Matt Cardle](https://www.londontheatredirect.com/news/matt-cardle-confirmed-for-west-end-run-of-kinky-boots) and the company of *Kinky Boots The Musical* as they prepare to bring the Olivier, Tony® and Grammy® Award-winning hit to the [London Coliseum](https://www.londontheatredirect.com/venue/london-coliseum-london) from 17 March to 11 July 2026.
**Radebe** stars as the dazzling Lola, opposite **Cardle** as Charlie Price, with **Tosh Wanogho-Maud** appearing as Alternate Lola. The newly announced cast also includes **Courtney Bowman** as Lauren, **Billie-Kay** as Nicola, **Billy Roberts** as Don, **Rachel Izen** as Pat, **Jessica Daley** as Trish, **Jonathan Dryden Taylor** as Mr Price, **Scott Paige** as George and **Liam Doyle** as Harry, alongside a full West End ensemble.
Featuring a book by **Harvey Fierstein** and a score by **Cyndi Lauper**, the production is directed by Curve’s Artistic Director **Nikolai Foster**.
Based on the 2005 film inspired by a true story, Kinky Boots follows Charlie Price and drag queen Lola as they join forces to save a struggling shoe factory — discovering along the way that the best way to succeed is to stand tall and be yourself.
Book your tickets to [Kinky Boots](https://www.londontheatredirect.com/musical/kinky-boots-tickets) today.