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.

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I've over 15 years of writing and editorial experience, and starting working in the West End theatre industry in 2012. When not watching or writing about theatre I'm usually swimming, hiking, running, or training for triathlons in the Stroud valleys.