STICK a pony in your pocket! The Trotters are back, heading to York in Del Boy and Rodney’s yellow Reliant Regal Supervan III three-wheeler to perform Only Fools And Horses The Musical next week.
Running at the Grand Opera House from October 14 to 19, Jim Sullivan and comedy turn Paul Whitehouse’s hit show is on a 2024-2025 national tour after a record-breaking four-year sold-out run in London’s West End.
Based on John Sullivan’s BBC One comedy, this home-grown musical spectacular features cherished material and characters from the long-running series.
Del Boy, Rodney, Grandad, Cassandra, Raquel, Boycie, Marlene, Trigger, Denzil and Mickey Pearce all feature in a musical with a score of 20 humorous songs and an “ingenious” script by John’s son, Jim Sullivan, and The Fast Show’s Paul Whitehouse
“Join us as we take a trip back in time, where it’s all kicking off in Peckham,” reads the tour publicity invitation. “While the yuppie invasion of London is in full swing, love is in the air as Del Boy sets out on the rocky road to find his soul mate, Rodney and Cassandra prepare to say ‘I do’, and even Trigger is gearing up for a date (with a person!).
“Meanwhile, Boycie and Marlene give parenthood one final shot and Grandad takes stock of his life and decides the time has finally arrived to get his piles sorted.”
The show features musical contributions from rockney duo Chas & Dave, the beloved theme tune “as you have never heard it before”, and an array of new songs full of character and Cockney charm.
The touring cast includes Sam Lupton as Del Boy; Tom Major, Rodney, Philip Childs, Grandad; Georgina Hagen, Raquel; Nicola Munns, Marlene/Cassandra; Craig Berry, Boycie; Bradley John, Denzil; Lee Vg, Trigger; Peter Watts, Danny Driscoll/Mickey Pearce; Darryl Paul, Mike/Tony Driscoll; Richard J Hunt, dating agent, and Gloria Acquaah-Harrison, Mrs Obooko. Andrew Bryant is the resident director and dance captain.
“You’re guaranteed to have a right ol’ knees-up,” the tour blurb promises. “Only Fools And Horses The Musical is a feel-good family celebration of traditional working-class London life in 1989 and the aspirations we all share.
“So don’t delay, get on the blower, and get a ticket for a truly cushty night out. Only a 42 carat plonker would miss it!”
Only Fools And Horses The Musical, Grand Opera House, York, October 14 to 19, 7.30pm plus 2.30pm Wednesday and Saturday matinees. Box office: atgtickets.com/york. Age guidance: Six upwards.
