Local theatre lovers are in for a masterclass in entertainment as Fusion Theatre brings the legendary Broadway hit Gypsy to the Island Hall stage.

Hailed to be the ultimate American musical, this high-energy production, which runs from September 9-12, promises an unforgettable evening of show stopping numbers, dramatic heart, lots of laughs, a few tears, and vintage showbiz glamour.

Set during the fading days of 1920s and 1930s Vaudeville, Gypsy tells the captivating, true-life story of entertainment's most famous stage mother, Mama Rose.

Driven by a relentless ambition to see her children in lights, Rose hustles across the country, pushing her younger daughter June into the spotlight while keeping her quiet elder daughter, Louise, in the background.

The cast of Fusion Theatre's latest production 'Gypsy' are putting the final touches to the show. Pic credit: Fusion Theatre

placeholder image — The cast of Fusion Theatre's latest production 'Gypsy' are putting the final touches to the show. Pic credit: Fusion Theatre

However, as Vaudeville dies out and the troupe falls on hard times, a desperate turn of events thrusts shy Louise onto the burlesque stage, sparking one of the most famous transformations in theatre history as she emerges as the world-famous superstar Gypsy Rose Lee.

Featuring an iconic score by Jule Styne and Stephen Sondheim, the production is packed with timeless anthems including ‘Everything's Coming Up Roses’, ‘Let Me Entertain You’, and the hilarious crowd-pleaser ‘You Gotta Have a Gimmick’.

The production is backed by a live orchestra, striking costumes and a standout cast of local talent, ranging from dynamic young newsboys to powerhouse adult leads.

Fusion are delighted to welcome some new members as well as returning Fusioneers to the stage - Laura Kerr takes on the role of Mama Rose, Beth Conlon plays Louise AKA Gypsy Rose Lee, and Brian Trainor returns to the stage as Herbie.

Fusion Theatre will be staging the hit musical Gypsy from September 9-12 at the Island Hall in Lisburn. Pic credit: Fusion Theatre

Rory Jeffers, Ethan Haddock, Aodhan Halfpenny, Zoe Barr, Abbie Watson and Suzie McNutt will also be back on stage.

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Fusion's chairperson Angela Manson said: "Choosing a show is never easy but when Gypsy became available we just couldn’t let it pass.

"Bringing a production of this magnitude to life takes incredible dedication.

Laura Kerr and Brian Trainor are joining the young cast of Fusion Theatre for their latest production of 'Gypsy'. Pic credit: Fusion Theatre

"Over the last five months our remarkably talented cast, hardworking production team and volunteers have poured countless hours of passion, energy and grit into rehearsals."

Tickets are on sale from the Island Hall Box Office and there will be a signed performance on Wednesday September 9.