Vanessa Williams Extends Her Reign inThe Devil Wears PradaMusical
Big news for theatre lovers—Vanessa Williams is set to extend her run as the formidable Miranda Priestly in The Devil Wears Prada musical at London’s Dominion Theatre until October 18, 2025! Fans of the show and Williams herself will be thrilled to hear that she’ll continue to bring her commanding presence and razor-sharp delivery to this iconic role for another season.
If you’ve had the pleasure of watching her on stage, you already know she embodies the character flawlessly. Critics have raved about her performance, calling her “ruthlessly cut-throat” and praising the way she glides across the stage with undeniable authority. Williams delivers Miranda’s signature lines—like the famous “Florals? For spring? Groundbreaking.” —with a withering glare that could freeze anyone in their tracks.
Alongside Williams, several key cast members will also be extending their time with the production. Olivier Award winner Matt Henry will continue as the witty and stylish Nigel, Georgie Buckland remains as the ambitious Andy, Amy Di Bartolomeo will stay on as the sharp-tongued Emily, and James Darch continues his role as the charming journalist Christian. Additionally, Jamie Bogyo will take over the role of Andy’s boyfriend Nate for a limited season starting March 27 while Rhys Whitfield takes a temporary leave.
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For those who haven’t yet seen it, The Devil Wears Prada musical is based on Lauren Weisberger’s bestselling novel and the beloved 2006 film starring Meryl Streep and Anne Hathaway. The show follows Andy, a young aspiring journalist who lands a job as the assistant to the icy and demanding editor-in-chief of Runway magazine, Miranda Priestly. What starts as a dream opportunity quickly turns into a whirlwind of high fashion, impossible expectations, and tough choices about ambition and personal sacrifice.
The production boasts an impressive creative team, with music by the legendary Elton John, lyrics by Shaina Taub, and direction and choreography by Broadway powerhouse Jerry Mitchell. The stunning visual design, featuring costumes by Gregg Barnes and set design by Tim Hatley, transports audiences into the glamorous yet cutthroat world of fashion.
With multiple WhatsOnStage Award nominations, including Best New Musical and Best Performer in a Musical for Williams, The Devil Wears Prada is proving to be a must-see production. The show is currently booking until January 3, 2026, so there’s still time to grab your tickets and witness Vanessa Williams deliver another powerhouse performance as the one and only Miranda Priestly.
If you haven’t experienced this dazzling musical yet, now’s your chance. And if you have, well—why not go again? After all, when a performance is this good, it’s worth seeing twice!
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