Overview
- She replaces originator Finty Williams, who completed her run in December 2025.
- Producers announced the news on social media, and Matthews posted “My world is pink and fabulous!” in response.
- Her first performances are scheduled at Southampton’s Mayflower Theatre on January 23 as the tour continues on schedule.
- The UK and Ireland run spans about 15 venues through mid-May 2026, with stops including Hull, York, Norwich, Cardiff, Edinburgh and Blackpool.
- The jukebox musical, produced by Steps with ROYO and Pete Waterman, features the band’s hits and casts Patricia as the supermarket boss.