The Songbook of Judy Garland announces early closure

The UK tour of The Songbook of Judy Garland starring Garland's daughter Lorna Luft alongside musical theatre stars Louise Dearman and Ray Quinn will now close on 11th July as Luft has to return to the USA for breast cancer treatment.

A press statement reads:

"Lorna was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2012 and finished her last treatment of chemotherapy in 2013. She has been clear for the last two years. Sadly, it has now returned. Lorna has now been advised by her medical team that she requires further treatment and extensive surgery. Consequently, Lorna will be returning to her home in the USA to undergo the necessary medical procedures. The tour, which opened in Edinburgh in May, will now finish at the Theatre Royal, Brighton on 11 July. Subsequent dates in Watford, Bromley, Darlington, Oxford and Woking have been cancelled."

Review: The Songbook of Judy Garland (UK Tour) starring Lorna Luft, Louise Dearman & Ray Quinn

The Songbook of Judy Garland (UK Tour)
New Wimbledon Theatre
Reviewed on Tuesday 16th June 2015
★★★★

Arlene Phillips' new show The Songbook of Judy Garland celebrates a true musical legend. Jam packed with almost thirty songs closely associated with Garland's career, Christopher Manoe's production provides an opportunity to reminisce over classics and be reminded of forgotten gems.

Lorna Luft, Louise Dearman, Rachel Stanley & Ben Richards to star in Judy - The Life And Music Of A Hollywood Legend

It has been announced that Judy - The Life And Music Of A Hollywood Legend will receive its UK premiere later this year.

The production will tour the UK, opening at the Edinburgh Playhouse on 8th May 2015. 

Arlene Phillips is the show's creative director whilst Christopher Manoe directs. Judy - The Life And Music Of A Hollywood Legend is the only Judy Garland Show in the world authorised by the Judy Garland Estate. 

Lorna Luft - Judy Garland’s daughter - will star in the production alongside Louise Dearman (Wicked), Rachel Stanley (Crazy for You) and Ben Richards (Rock Of Ages). Also appearing are Judy’s dancers, The Boyfriends who are named after Judy’s original dancers of the same name.