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Ex-Emmerdale Star Charley Webb's Stage Comeback
19 Feb
Summary
- Charley Webb returns to the stage after leaving Emmerdale.
- Her new play is set during World War I in Sheffield.
- Webb cherishes her Emmerdale past as a 'family' experience.

Charley Webb, known for her role as Debbie Dingle on Emmerdale, is set to star in the world premiere of "The Ladies Football Club." This theatrical adaptation is scheduled to run at The Crucible Theatre in Sheffield from February 28 to March 28. Webb, who departed the ITV soap in 2021 after nearly 2,000 episodes, will play the character Abigail. The play is set during World War I, focusing on women who took on factory roles while men were at war.
The narrative highlights these women finding solidarity and resilience through football during their breaks. Initially working in munitions factories, they discover a passion for the sport, eventually playing before large crowds. The production promises a compelling story of camaraderie and newfound strength. Webb expressed that her time on Emmerdale will "always hold a special place" in her heart, describing the set as a "family" and remaining close with many former colleagues.




