West End Role Transition
Teri Hatcher to succeed Vanessa Williams in West End's The Devil Wears Prada
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Debbie Kurup will play Miranda Priestly between Vanessa Williams’ final performance on September 19 and Teri Hatcher’s arrival on October 20, with Kurup’s run scheduled from September 21 through October 17.
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Hatcher described Miranda as “intelligent, commanding” and praised her ability to put people in their place while remaining funny, calling the character’s dialogue unforgettable and her confidence contagious.
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The musical is adapted from Lauren Weisberger’s 2003 novel and the 2006 film, in which Meryl Streep played Miranda Priestly; the film grossed $326 million worldwide and received two Academy Award nominations.
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The production is set to mark its 800th performance at the Dominion Theatre on September 23 and is described as the venue’s fastest-selling show.
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The principal cast includes Stevie Doc as Andy, Taila Halford as Emily, Keelan McAuley as Nate and Dominic Andersen as Christian; Jerry Mitchell directs and choreographs, with Gregg Barnes designing the costumes.
Teri Hatcher is taking over as Miranda Priestly in London's West End production of The Devil Wears Prada: The Musical starting October 20 at the Dominion Theatre, according to People. The Desperate Housewives star will replace Vanessa Williams, her former co-star, who gives her final performance on September 19. Hatcher called Miranda "intelligent, commanding" and said the timing feels right for this role.
The musical, which opened in December 2024 with music by Elton John, has already sold more than 1.3 million tickets. Yahoo News reports the show is scheduled to run through February 6, 2027, making it the Dominion Theatre's fastest-selling production. Actress Debbie Kurup will fill the gap between Williams' departure and Hatcher's arrival, performing from September 21 through October 17.
Hatcher's History in Musical Theater
Hatcher brings serious musical theater credentials to the role. People notes she previously played Sally Bowles in Cabaret and Morticia Addams in The Addams Family. Her diverse career spans television hits like Lois & Clark and even a James Bond film, but musical theater has become an increasingly important part of her work.
Williams Supports Hatcher to Make Role Her Own
Vanessa Williams has thrown her support behind the casting. People reports Williams encouraged Hatcher to make Miranda her own rather than copy her performance. The two stars built a friendship during their years together on Desperate Housewives, and that bond appears to extend beyond the show into this theatrical transition.
A Character Adapted From Film and Novel Success
Miranda Priestly is one of theater's most demanding roles. The character comes from Lauren Weisberger's 2003 novel and the 2006 film starring Meryl Streep, which grossed $326 million worldwide and earned two Academy Award nominations, according to Yahoo News. Hatcher described Miranda's dialogue as unforgettable and said her confidence feels contagious on stage.
West End Show Marks Major Milestone This Month
The production is hitting a major milestone even before Hatcher arrives. Yahoo News reports the show will reach its 800th performance on September 23 at the Dominion Theatre. The supporting cast includes Stevie Doc as Andy, Taila Halford as Emily, Keelan McAuley as Nate, and Dominic Andersen as Christian, with Jerry Mitchell directing and choreographing.
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