The Drifters Girl
The Drifters Girl
Emmy award winner and Grammy nominated Broadway star Felicia Boswell (Motown, Memphis) stars in London’s hit musical, The Drifters Girl, with the sensational Adam J Bernard (Dreamgirls), Tarinn Callender (Hamilton), Matt Henry (Kinky Boots) and Tosh Wanogho-Maud (Showboat).
Featuring an unbelievable soundtrack packed full of show-stopping Drifters hits, including Save The Last Dance For Me, Under The Boardwalk, Kissin’ In The Back Row Of The Movies, Stand By Me, Come On Over To My Place and Saturday Night At The Movies.
Discover the remarkable story of The Drifters, one of the world’s greatest vocal groups, and the truth about the woman who made them. Faye Treadwell, the legendary manager of The Drifters, fought for three decades alongside her husband to turn Atlantic Records' hottest vocal group into a global phenomenon.
From the highs of hit records and sell out tours to the lows of legal battles and personal tragedy, The Drifters Girlcharts the trailblazing efforts of the world’s first African American, female music manager and how she refused to ever give up on the group she loved. Thirty years, and hundreds of hit songs later, there is no doubt that Faye Treadwell was and always will be, The Drifters Girl.
- Booking Information
For full COVID-19 entry requirements, click here
- Good To Know
The appearance of any member of cast is subject to change and may be affected by contracts, holiday, illness, or events beyond the producers' control.
- Seat Selection Info
Online check-in will be required for this event. You will receive an email 48 hours before your performance. Upon completion of check-in you will receive your e-tickets. In response to audience demand we are increasing our capacity but continuing to maintain robust covid mitigation measures.
Additional Details & FAQ
- Access Information
For access information please contact 0330 333 4815
- Cancellation Policy
1. If you test positive for COVID-19, display symptoms, are asked to isolate by NHS Test and Trace, or your local COVID-19 tier prevents you from attending, you can exchange your tickets.
2. If the show is cancelled due to COVID-19 or any other reason, you will be offered a free exchange or refund.
3. If the show is going ahead and you are able to attend, there will be no exchange or refund available.- How Does It Work
Online Check-in will be required for this event
To assist with test and trace the venue are introducing an airline-style check-in.
- 48 hours before your performance you will receive a pre-visit email with a check-in link from Nimax Theatres
- You will be required to confirm that members of your party do not have Covid-19 symptoms - if you cannot confirm this you will be given details on how to exchange (this must be completed no later than 10am on the morning of your performance).
- Email address - this will be used to communicate pre-show procedures to you, assist with test and trace and provide e-tickets on completion of check-in.
- The venue will only accept E-ticket for admittance
- Nimax Theatres will provide you with a contactless e-tickets upon completion of “check-in”.
- Where Do I Go
Garrick Theatre, 2 Charing Cross Road, London, WC2H 0HH.
Leicester Square (Northern, Piccadilly) Charing Cross (Northern, Bakerloo) Embankment (District, Circle)
Bus Routes
3, 6, 9, 12, 13, 15, 24, 29, 30
Reviews
Paula & Jim
Oct 14, 2022
We were thrilled by the performances! Energy radiated from the stage, and it was impossible not to taken along with it. We expected to enjoy the tunes we loved, but the performances were better than we could have wished for. Brill execution by everybody. Staging design and deployment, was minimal but very effective. A performance which will ensure we come back to live performances again soon.
Karen Jones
Oct 1, 2022
A wonderful show with an amazing cast. Memories evoked of my teenage years. Just incredible 💃💃💃 . Thank you , thank you thank you ❤️.
Lou lou
Sep 30, 2022
Went to celebrate sister 60 th birthday , the show didn’t disappoint , singing was sensational , change of characters from small cast was amazing . Highly recommend to book and see
Lesley Hills
Sep 15, 2022
The cast were superb only six performers but they moved into different characters seamlessly.Very slick show & funny at times.Loved it
J Carey
Sep 8, 2022
unfortunately we were unable to attend the show as a member of my party was ill we dont have any plans to see it another time as we were not given any refund or even a reshedule date will not be using the box office again for any forthcoming events
Julie
Sep 4, 2022
Really good, lively show. Thoroughly enjoyable. All the cast were great!! Highly recommend.
KF
Aug 27, 2022
Fabulous feel good show. Their voices and the songs took me back to my hay day. Left singing the songs and walking on air.
Ian M
Aug 19, 2022
What a great musical performance. Great songs from a great era. Every actor gave a great performance and was like watching the real group. If you’re a music lover then you must go and see this
Disappointed Lady From Surrey
Aug 19, 2022
The theatre would not honour our tickets for an alternative date. I understand that its difficult for them to predict the TFL status but a little bit of understanding when people were actually waiting until the day to see which services would be interupted before cancelling something they were looking forward to would have gone a long way. These tickets were a gift to friends birthdays so we were all very disappointed.
Ann-Marie
Aug 18, 2022
Powerful voices - from all the cast
Theatre fan
Aug 17, 2022
The Drifters Girl was a good musical, visually bright and good voices, with a little comedy added in. Personally not too keen on the leading lady as it seemed as if she was auctioning for Tina Turner.
Wendy
Aug 17, 2022
Loved it all - cast wonderful- loved staging and costumes. Could have done without the record turning before and during interval
Sharon Wiltshire
Aug 14, 2022
Absolutely loved this show. From the beginning to the end, the story, the acting and singing was brilliant. The only thing I had trouble with was the names of two replacements. I can’t remember them but the lead was amazing. He had me all the way through!!
Marcos
Aug 14, 2022
Had no expectations of this show but I was pleasantly surprised, It was a great show with funny parts and serious parts. The singing was exceptional, the actors played a variety of different characters but did so seamlessly. Very good show, especially if you like the drifters music, even if you don't like thier music still a very good show.
G Purdy
Aug 11, 2022
Best musical I have seen. I grew up with the four tops and the Drifters is was an insight that I did not know. The cast where brilliant and very talented. I recommend this to all ages.
Bev
Aug 10, 2022
Fantastic .Great singing. Funny . The cast all worked extremely hard and looked they were having fun .. Lovely theatre and staff especially the security guard 😄😄
Marian
Aug 5, 2022
Our seats were upgraded,,so we were front stalls, with a great view. In spite of a hitch which meant the show had to be paused, following an accidental injury to one of the cast, we were kept informed and an understudy came on after very little preparation time, and the show continued smoothly, slickly and so professionally. A stage full of talent, great songs, sung by fantastic singers. Thank you for a really uplifting evening.
David ford
Aug 5, 2022
The performance was outstanding vocals were superb would highly recommend
Loraine
Aug 5, 2022
Initial impression of the theatre was a warm, polite and professional manner from all staff. An excellent opening of vocals from the start which was maintained throughout from all of the cast. The instrumentals were superb and complimented the production. A memorable evening with songs that have entertained decades of generations, all I can say is ‘fantastic,’ well done.
Jill
Aug 4, 2022
Really enjoyed it , the cast were fantastic. Loved the songs.
Heidi Peace
Jul 21, 2022
Brilliant, fun packed, full of classic songs. Costumes were fab and the adaption and play with all the different characters was wonderful. Only disappointment was the end, firstly finishing at all, secondly, it would have been nice to have a bit of music medelay of some of the songs to clap and dance to before the cast left the stage.
Christine
Jul 9, 2022
Brilliant show, the cast had charisma, energy, great voices and looked as they they really enjoyed playing the drifters, which in turn transferred to the audience.
Gay Redstone
Jul 7, 2022
I treated my friend who is visiting from Australia ; we both really enjoyed it. The acting was superb and we were impressed by how quick they changed character. I just wish that they had come back on for another encore.
Mick Wood
Jul 7, 2022
This was a brilliant show performed by a very talented cast.
Kim
Jul 7, 2022
Best show I have seen on a long time all the voices were great
Brandon
Jul 6, 2022
Excellent show, wonderful performances, fabulous singing!
Jag
Jul 2, 2022
Amazing is a word that is both overused and inappropriately used. So when I say that this show was amazing it is in the proper context of the word. I was expecting good singing from Beverly Knight, but her acting was not far behind!
Doz
Jun 26, 2022
Very enjoyable and professional
CLD
Jun 23, 2022
Amazing show - perfect voices - brilliant acting - we had an absolute hoot! pity no encore medley that would have topped it off! Would definitely see again
Susan Lambert
Jun 23, 2022
Fantastic show, feel good, great music and songs bringing back good memories, disappointed that Beverly knight was not in show.
Helen Netherwood
Jun 21, 2022
There are only 6 in the cast and they are amazing how they flow from one character into anther. Love the maid!!
Sally
Jun 18, 2022
Absolutely brilliant, enjoyed every minute. All cast are very talented. Well worth the ticket price.
Cb
Jun 16, 2022
Excellence show
Paul from NW London
Jun 15, 2022
A truly wonderful piece of musical theatre..vibrant, excellent performances: singing and dancing of the highest quality..difficult topics dealt with in a humorous and honest way..very moving..exceptional energy by all 6 members of the cast..only 6 people and yet the stage is always alive: panache..the songs live with you; the dances just flow..the story is invigorating and told beautifully..A must see show..I’m going back..
VNash
Jun 10, 2022
The show was amazing. Didn’t realise the history behind the forming of the Drifters. Only complaint, at times couldn’t understand Beverly Knight as she had a very strong southern American accent.
Martyn
Jun 5, 2022
Last night after spending £132:00 we were treated to a garbled mess and a total waste of talent. Beverly Knight can sing and the cast could sing and dance, but their efforts were wasted with a load pseudo Southern Fried Chicken gibberish which was painful to listen to. The Drifters sound is iconic, but this show did nothing to celebrate it. I would be amazed if it were around in a month's time
Rosebud
Jun 4, 2022
Had a great evening music was first class! Got confused when the guys were playing more than one part! Could have used the understudies to play some of the other roles. Wished there was an opportunity at the end to stand and sing along and for more than one well known song.
Nicole dp
Jun 1, 2022
Too much talking in an American accent , not enough singing . When they did sing they were great . Would of been better just a show with them singing . I didn’t feel after the show Wow I need to go again unlike the Jersey Boys or Grease .. Need a better selection of beers .
Debbie H
Jun 1, 2022
Fantastic vocals and a story well told. A happy night and greatly entertained.
VP 1985
May 27, 2022
Beverly Knight can SIIINNNGGGGG
Caroline coyne
May 27, 2022
The 5 cast were just beyond fabulous- the story line was easy to follow and the the talent in their focal story was insane! We loved it!!!
A Bristow
May 27, 2022
Super show, Beverly can still sing her socks off. Good to find that the drummer was in the background, not dominating the vocals, as has been found in other performances we have been to. Would recommend it.
Kim
May 27, 2022
We had a great evening watching the musical Drifters Girl. Beverley Knight was effortless with her amazing voice. The Drifters group were fantastic all unique voices it’s a must see feel good show!!
Reeta Minhas-Judd
May 23, 2022
The performance was good for what I got to see of it.
Paul Edwards
May 22, 2022
Great show,Beverley Knight excelled in the lead role,and each of her co cast mates could easily top the bill in their own right. Has to be the best musical story I've seen to date.....Fabulous. All Theatre staff were so kind and helpful,thank you all.
Lynn
May 19, 2022
I really enjoyed the show. Fantastic singers all with great voices
Godfrey
May 15, 2022
Story line a little weak but the quality of the music more than made up for that. The stage sets were incredible and really contributed to the overall enjoyment of the show.
Carol
May 13, 2022
Brilliant show. Understudy girl was amazing and singing us just awesome. Wonderful voices and so much energy. Can really recommend this show
Linda H
Apr 22, 2022
This was a fabulous show, it brought back a lot of memories from my teenage years. However this show is suitable for young and old. Beverley Knight’s voice was outstanding not forgetting the other actors who were multi-talented in their acting & powerful singing voices. A show which makes you laugh & cry. The staff in the theatre were helpful, jolly & made us very welcomed.
John Foy
Apr 21, 2022
If you are a fan of the Drifters - this is a trip down memory Lane with many sing a long favourites! Beverley Knight is absolutely fantastic!!!!