FAME, the musical that inspired a generation to don legwarmers and leotards and leap on top of taxis is back at The Mayflower by popular demand next week with X Factor finalist Beverley Trotman joining the cast as teacher Miss Sherman.

Fame The Musical has established itself as one of the country’s most successful theatrical productions. Premiered in the West End in June 1995 and nominated for two Olivier Awards, the stage spectacular enjoyed a hugely successful decade in London. The show has played to over 5 million people in the UK alone, and included runs at five of London’s premier West End theatres.

Audiences around the world have enjoyed the eternally inspiring story of the kids from New York’s School for the Performing Arts. Beverley Trotman won the hearts of the nation as the teacher from Luton who followed her dream all the way to the studio in the 2007 series of ITV1’s smash hit The X Factor.

For an interview with Beverley, see page 27 Tickets for Fame, which runs from Tuesday to Saturday, are on sale from 023 8071 1811 or visit mayflower.org.uk.