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Coventry Actor's Paddington Magic on West End Stage
5 Dec
Summary
- Rhys Wilkinson, a Coventry native, is assistant choreographer for the Paddington musical.
- The musical features innovative dual performance for Paddington's character.
- Wilkinson highlights the audience's emotional reaction to Paddington's first appearance.
Rhys Wilkinson, hailing from Coventry, has achieved a significant milestone in his career as the assistant choreographer for the acclaimed Paddington musical on the West End. He describes his experience with the character and production as "once in a lifetime," expressing profound emotion upon their first meeting and cherishing the audience's awe during Paddington's debut.
The musical offers a unique approach to portraying the iconic bear, with two performers collaboratively bringing Paddington to life. One actor physically embodies the character in costume, while another provides the voice and remotely controls facial expressions, creating a seamless and magical theatrical experience that Wilkinson deems unprecedented.
Wilkinson's journey began in Coventry, where he studied dance before moving to London. His career highlights include acting in the musical "Why Am I So Single?" and being a non-binary lead. He credits his supportive family and friends in Coventry for nurturing his aspirations from a young age, enabling him to pursue his passion in the performing arts.
