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Carragher's Daughter Dazzles in Hunger Games Stage Debut
13 Nov
Summary
- Mia Carragher, 21, takes on lead role of Katniss Everdeen
- Proud parents Jamie Carragher and Nicola Hart attend opening night
- Fans praise powerful performance despite preview show delays
On November 13, 2025, Mia Carragher, the 21-year-old daughter of former Liverpool footballer Jamie Carragher, celebrated the opening night of The Hunger Games: On Stage at the Troubadour Theatre in London. Mia made her debut as Katniss Everdeen, the lead character from the popular book and film series.
After the show, the Carragher family headed to the afterparty at 1 Canary Wharf. Jamie Carragher beamed with pride as he posed for photos with his wife Nicola Hart, who looked glamorous in a velvet dress. Euan Garrett, who plays Katniss' love interest Peeta Mellark, also attended the afterparty.
The live theatrical production has been adapted by Conor McPherson from Suzanne Collins' bestselling novel and the Lionsgate film franchise. Mia, a graduate of Tring Park School for the Performing Arts, has previously appeared in independent films and TV dramas.
While the preview show last month faced some delays, with fans complaining about lengthy queues and a late start, many praised the powerful performance of the play. One fan wrote on social media that "the Hunger Games on stage as a show was very good, despite the shambles of getting into the venue."
