Burlesque tour is searching for an unknown to cast as lead.

The Producers of Burlesque The Musical are searching for the next Ali Rose — the star of the show. The role Christina Aguilera made iconic.
They’ve opened up the competition wide with the following message with the link to apply: https://www.burlesqueonstage.com/search-for-ali

It could happen to you…you could be the star of a hit West End show. 

This is your chance to be seen.

To show them who you are.

To step forward and claim it.

They’re listening — and they want to hear from YOU.

🎶 Submit a 90-second audition performing:

— the opening riff of “Tough Lover”
— a verse and chorus of “Bound to You”

Bring the voice. The presence. The magic.

Deadline: 1 May 2026, 11:59pm (BST)

18+ and UK work eligibility required

Selected performers will be invited to a LIVE audition in front of the producers

This is more than a competition…this is the opportunity dreams are made of.

No lip-syncing. No second takes. Just YOU.

Your moment starts now 

Burlesque The Musical runs at the Edinburgh Playhouse from Tue 16 Feb – Sat 27 Feb 2027 after a run in Glasgow King’s Theatre from Tue 8 Sep – 19 Sep 2026. Tickets on sale now

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