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After nearly five years of mischief, bad behaviour and political incorrectness in the West End, the Tony award-winning musical comedy, Avenue Q, visits the Theatre Royal, Nottingham, as part of its first UK tour.

The show, performed by actors and puppets, is in Nottingham from Tuesday, April 26, until Saturday, April 30.

It has had enormous success on Broadway and in London.

It may be a puppet show, but certainly is not one for children.

Witty, rude and funny, Avenue Q combines a cast of humans and puppets who tackle subjects such as dating, racism, being gay, and finding a purpose in life.

The story follows Princeton, a bright-eyed college graduate new to the area, as he desperately tries to follow his dreams and discover his ever-elusive purpose in life.

A tiny bank balance, the distraction of a busty blonde, and a variety of weird and wonderful friends and neighbours lead Princeton on a story of self-discovery.

Many of the human cast are returning to Avenue Q after appearances in the show in the West End.

The cast features Adam Pettigrew as Princeton and Rod; Rachel Jerram as Kate and Lucy; and Jacqueline Tate as Christmas Eve.

Chris Thatcher plays the roles of Nicky, Trekkie and Bear; Katharine Moraz appears as Mrs T and Bear; Matt Henry appears as Gary; and Edward Judge plays the role of Brian.

The cast have worked with Nigel Plaskitt in preparation for the tour.

An actor, director, animation director and producer, Nigel was puppet coach and consultant for the London production of the show.

His credits include the feature films, The Muppet Christmas Carol, The Muppet Treasure Island, and UK tours of Peppa Pig’s Party and Spongebob Squarepants.

He was one of the principal performers on the television series, Spitting Image, for 13 years.

Avenue Q was the result of a collaboration between Robert Lopez and Jeff Marx, who began writing the show in 1999, originally thinking the idea would make a great television series.

It opened off-Broadway and following rave reviews, was transferred to Broadway, winning many awards.



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