Joe Locke, acclaimed for his role in Netflix’s “Heartstopper,” is set to make a remarkable Broadway debut in the revival of “Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street,” starting January 31, 2024. This follows his professional stage debut in 2022 with “The Trials” at the Donmar Warehouse, a performance that garnered him the Best Professional Debut at the 2023 What’sOnStage Awards. The current “Sweeney Todd” revival at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre, directed by Thomas Kail, has already earned acclaim, including eight 2023 Tony Award nominations and wins for Best Lighting and Sound Design of a Musical. Locke will be joining a cast that follows the talents of Josh Groban, Annaleigh Ashford, Aaron Tveit, and Sutton Foster.
Yasmin Finney’s Groundbreaking Role in “Doctor Who”
Yasmin Finney, another “Heartstopper” breakout star, recently debuted in “Doctor Who” as Rose Noble, alongside the iconic David Tennant and Catherine Tate. Her character, named after Tennant’s first companion Rose Tyler, is non-binary, reflecting Finney’s own transgender identity. This casting marks a historic moment in “Doctor Who,” as Finney is the first transgender star to receive top-three cast billing for an episode. She is expected to have more appearances in the show’s 60th-anniversary episodes and beyond, during Ncuti Gatwa’s tenure as the 15th Doctor.
Kit Connor’s Diverse Film Ventures
Kit Connor, known for his role as Nick Nelson in “Heartstopper,” has been cast in two upcoming feature films. He’s set to star in the film adaptation of “A Cuban Girl’s Guide to Tea and Tomorrow,” based on the New York Times bestselling novel by Laura Taylor Namey. While his exact role is not confirmed, it’s likely he will play Orion, the love interest of Lila, portrayed by Maia Reficco. In addition, Connor will also lead in the horror thriller “One Of Us,” marking a significant genre shift from his previous work.
