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The Bodyguard embarks on its UK tour!
The Bodyguard, the award-winning musical based on the smash-hit film, returns to the stage on its UK tour in 2023, with a possible transfer to London's West End to follow on the cards!
Where is The Bodyguard playing?
The Bodyguard UK tour opens at the King's Theatre in Glasgow on 28th January 2023, and current dates run through to July 2023.
The production will also visit Aberdeen, Bradford, Bristol, Bromley, Cardiff, Dartford, Edinburgh, Leeds, Leicester, Liverpool, Llandudno, Manchester, Milton Keynes, Outer London, Plymouth, Southend-on-Sea, Stoke-on-Trent, Sunderland and Wolverhampton.
With performances at twenty venues around the UK, a transfer to London's West End is highly likely. So, sign up for our newsletter to keep up to date on The Bodyguard news!
What is The Bodyguard about?
The Bodyguard is a romantic drama thriller based on the film by the same name.
Bodyguard Frank Farmer, a former Secret Service agent, is employed to guard superstar Rachel Marron from an unidentified stalker. Naturally, both Frank and Rachel anticipate being in charge. However, what they don't predict is falling in love.
What songs are in The Bodyguard?
The Bodyguard features an astounding number of Whitney Houston hits, including Greatest Love Of All, How Will I Know, I Have Nothing, I'm Your Baby Tonight, I Wanna Dance With Somebody, One Moment in Time, Queen of the Night, Million Dollar Bill, So Emotional, Saving All My Love, Run to You, and the iconic I Will Always Love You. No matter your favourite Whitney song, you're bound to find it in this production!
The Bodyguard musical cast and creatives
Whitney Houston and Kevin Costner starred in the 1992 film The Bodyguard. Writer and Producer Alexander Dinelaris later adapted the film into a musical, which opened in London's West End in December 2012, following previews at London's Adelphi Theatre in November that year. It ran until 2014 and was followed by a UK and Ireland tour from 2015-2016 and a subsequent transfer to the West End's Dominion Theatre.
In past productions, the role of Rachel Marron was played by Beverley Knight MBE and X-Factor winner Alexandra Burke among others. Ben Richards starred alongside Knight in the critically-acclaimed 2016 production as Frank Farmer.
The cast for 2023 is yet to be announced.
The Bodyguard London tickets!
The Bodyguard UK tour runs from January through to July 2023. Tickets are in high demand, so you won't want to miss the chance to see this fantastic musical when it comes to the West End. So, what are you waiting for? Sign up for our newsletter and be among the first to book London The Bodyguard tickets!
Recent Reviews
Weak and sketchy storyline hastily told through quite lacklustre performances. Felt like I was watching a school play rather than a professional west end show! But the singing wasn't bad! Felt robbed by the cost of the ticket, Don't feel it was worth the money.
The Bodyguard was absolutely brilliant and Beverley Knight was outstanding as we're the rest of the cast.
Really enjoyed this production - wonderful cast - great atmosphere
Better than I expected. Beverley Knight is amazing and so is "her sister" (in the show). Incredible voices. The theatre ran out of programmes though which was disappointing.
We really enjoyed the show this is our 2nd time of see it
Absolutely loved it. The whole presentation was fantastic.
´The Bodyguard was hands down the best musical I have ever seen. I'm from Germany and have seen many here, however the special effects were a whole other level. Would definitely recommend it to everyone!
WOW amazing one of the best shows I have seen if not the best
The show itself was fab but the tickets provided online were apparently "incorrect" and we were moved from the stalls which we requested to the circle. Totally spoilt the experience and very embarrassing to be asked to move. We were also told by staff that this happens regularly!!! Shocking service
This show was amazing! I would defiantly go back and see this again! Magical!
One of the best shows I have seen ! Was truly amazing !! Would recommend anyone to go and see this. Beverly Knight singing was amazing and the acting from everyone was brilliant. Overall 10/10
The show was fantastic , thoroughly enjoyed it , and found out it was the final show , excellent
Latest The Bodyguard News

Features
The Bodyguard: Knight Earns Her Star Billing Right From The Start, But The Story Lacks Depth
The Bodyguard over at the Dominion theatre starring Beverly Knight and Ben Richards opens with a rather literal bang. The story of a pop sensation under threat from an obsessive fan has made its way back to the West End for a second run and is playing to full houses.
12 Aug, 2016 | By Harrison Fuller

Features
The Bodyguard: "Beverley Knight... is world class in her performance"
An adaptation of Dinelaris’ 1992 film, The Bodyguard initially showed in 2012. Catch it again now for its second run, this time at The Dominion Theatre, where it shows until January 2017.
Packed with songs that will make you want to dance, and a tumultuous and heartbreaking storyline with times of terrifying tension, this musical is definitely one for drama lovers. Even having watched the film, the show still offers some surprises.
12 Aug, 2016 | By Sophie Perry

Features
The Bodyguard: "One of the most enjoyable and gripping shows I have ever seen!"
Earlier this week, my sister and I headed down to the Dominion Theatre to see The Bodyguard - something I was expecting to be a semi-enjoyable night out, but turned out to be one of the most enjoyable and gripping shows I have ever seen!
12 Aug, 2016 | By Emily Jenkins

Features
The Bodyguard Starring Beverley Knight: "You couldn’t ask for more from a leading lady"
If there’s one name in the West End that’s going to guarantee the interest of theatre fans, it’s Beverley Knight. She is without a doubt one of the greatest talents we have in London at the moment and she cements her stellar reputation by returning to her debut West End role, Rachel Marron in The Bodyguard. Knight knocks it out of the park in the role made famous by the late Whitney Houston and entertains the audience with hits such as 'Run To You', 'Dance With Somebody' and of course the classic 'I Will Always Love You'. They really pull all the stops out for this production, using all the special effects at their disposal to create a show that ticks every single box.
8 Aug, 2016 | By Harriet Hards

News / Casting
Final Casting Announced For Limited Six Month Return Of Hit Musical The Bodyguard Starring Beverley Knight
As previously announced, Beverley Knight returns to the international hit musical The Bodyguard for a strictly limited six month run West End run to play Oscar-nominated superstar Rachel Marron with Ben Richards as Frank Farmer, Marron’s bodyguard. Performances begin at the Dominion Theatre on 15 July 2016 for this strictly limited season to 7 January 2017.
4 Jul, 2016 | By Jacob Porteous

Features
In Appreciation Of The Bodyguard
I am unashamedly excited about The Bodyguard returning with Beverley Knight on 15 July 2016 to the Dominion Theatre. I am a huge Beverley Knight fan and loved her performance when I saw it at the Aldephi Theatre in 2013 and think she paved the way for it to have the long life it has on tour, both in the UK and the US after she took over from Heather Headley in October 2013, where it already had strong and loyal following, playing Rachel Marron.
7 Jun, 2016 | By Shanine Salmon

Features
Matinee Idle: A Lazy Afternoon At The Theatre
I recently went to see King Lear at Theatre Royal Brighton. I live in South London and couldn’t resist a sunny afternoon trip to the south coast. I’d forgotten how much I love a Saturday matinee and if you thought they were just for the elderly then you are very much mistaken. They are the most welcoming option, if you think theatre is cold and inaccessible you have not gone to a Saturday matinee.
24 May, 2016 | By Shanine Salmon

News
BREAKING: THE BODYGUARD RETURNS TO WEST END WITH BEVERLEY KNIGHT SUMMER 2016
The international hit musical The Bodyguard will return to the West End for a limited six month run with Beverley Knight playing the title role of Oscar-nominated superstar Rachel Marron. Public booking will open on 12 February 2016 for performances beginning at the Dominion Theatre on 15 July 2016 playing in this strictly limited season to 7 January 2017.
5 Feb, 2016 | By Tom Stratford

News
Alexandra Burke To Join Hit West End Musical The Bodyguard
Alexandra Burke will join the cast of the hit West End musical The Bodyguard on 2 June, this year. She will play the leading role of Oscar-nominated superstar Rachel Marron. Burke will play opposite Tristan Gemmill who continues in the role of Rachel’s bodyguard, Frank Farmer. Alexandra Burke will join the production at the Adelphi Theatre where the show is playing to 30 August 2014. Beverley Knight will continue in the role of Rachel Marron until 31 May 2014.
28 Mar, 2014 | By London Theatre Direct

News
Beverley Knight Extends Run In The Bodyguard Due To High Demand
Producers of The Bodyguard have confirmed that Beverley Knight has extended her run in the starring role of Rachel Marron until 31st May 2014. Knight joined the show in September this year and has received high praise from critics and audiences for her performance. Many cannot believe the role marks her acting debut.
6 Dec, 2013 | By London Theatre Direct
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