Were you aware that right here in Wolverhampton, we have a musical theatre star in our midst? Watch more of our videos on Shots! and live on Freeview channel 276 Bilston born and bred performer, Simeon Beckett, is currently appearing as George Eacker and in the ensemble of Lin Manuel Miranda’s groundbreaking musical, “ Hamilton ”, at the Birmingham Hippodrome . Although Simeon has lived and worked in London for many years now, he admits he is thrilled to be back here in the Midlands, spending time with family and friends whilst appearing in the show. “Hamilton” has dominated the summer slot in the Birmingham Hippodrome’s schedule, running for ten weeks in total.
“I haven’t been home for this long in ages,” Simeon said. “Being here for ten weeks is so nice so I can spend time with my family and friends. Some of them have been to see the show already and supported me and there are more who are still to see it too.
” He is obviously at the top of his game now, but how did Simeon become involved in musical theatre? “I played football up until I was about 18, so my journey into theatre started a bit later than most people. I then decided I wanted to get into dance, having been inspired by people around me. I didn’t even know much about theatre until I went to Urdang Academy in London at the age of 19.
I went there to further my dance career, but because we did musical theatre there, it broadened my knowledge. I started to enjoy it and fell into it to be ho.