A Gala Concert of International Musical Theatre Stars

This March, Shanghai welcomes an extraordinary celebration of musical theatre as The Leading Voices of Musicals brings together some of the most acclaimed performers from London’s West End and the international stage.

Over two spectacular evenings, audiences will experience the power, passion, and artistry of the world’s most beloved musicals — performed by the very voices who have defined these iconic roles.

Starring International Musical Theatre Icons

The concert features an exceptional line-up of West End and international stars:

• Killian Donnelly – Renowned for his powerhouse performances in Les Misérables, The Phantom of the Opera, and Kinky Boots, and a two-time Olivier Award nominee.

• Ben Forster – Winner of ITV’s Superstar, celebrated for his acclaimed portrayal of Jesus in Jesus Christ Superstar and as the Phantom in The Phantom of the Opera.

• Bradley Jaden – A leading man of the West End, known for standout roles in Les Misérables, Wicked, and The Phantom of the Opera.

• Anna O’Byrne – Internationally celebrated soprano and leading lady, widely praised for her performances as Christine in The Phantom of the Opera and in major productions of My Fair Lady and Wicked.

• Nathania Ong – Rising star of the international musical stage, acclaimed for her performances in Hamilton and Les Misérables.

• Willemijn Verkaik – One of the world’s most celebrated Elphabas, having starred in Wicked in multiple languages across international productions.

Music Director: David Hayes

An Unforgettable Musical Journey

The programme spans the greatest hits from global musical theatre, including songs from:

• The Phantom of the Opera

• Les Misérables

• Wicked

• Hamilton

• Jesus Christ Superstar

• The Greatest Showman

• MAMMA MIA!

• Love Never Dies

• Dear Evan Hansen

• My Fair Lady

• Shrek the Musical

• Notre Dame de Paris

• Elisabeth

From soaring ballads such as “The Music of the Night,” “Defying Gravity,” “On My Own,” and “Bring Him Home,” to powerful ensemble numbers like “One Day More” and “Do You Hear the People Sing?”, this concert delivers an emotional, high-impact tribute to the golden and contemporary eras of musical theatre.