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Cheryl on her healthy nerves for West End theatre debut

Pop star and former X Factor judge Cheryl is preparing to take on a new role as a leading West End lady.

She is making her debut as Jenny in "2:22 A Ghost Story" and takes over from presenter Laura Whitmore in the popular play at the Lyric Theatre.

BBC London went to ask her how she’s finding moving from music to theatre.

31 January 2023

West End theatre

Newcastle upon Tyne

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