Bend It Like
Beckham
The musical version of the hit
movie Bend It Like Beckham is coming at the London’s Phoenix Theatre in the
year 2015! The director of the original movie Gurinder Chaddha will direct the
musical, whereas music by Howard Goodall and lyrics by Charles Hart. The
musical London show is adapted from the book penned by Chaddha and her husband
Paul Mayeda Berges.
The British comedy drama launched
some superb actors Parminder Nagra and Keira Knightly. The movie earned great
reviews from both critics and masses. Bend It Like Beckham has been named after
footballer David Beckham and his superb ability of curving the ball past
defenders.
Bend It Like Beckham revolves
around 18 year old Jessminder Bhamra who belongs from a Punjabi Sikh family.
Young Jess is a huge fan of football as well as her idol David Beckham. However,
her family does not approve her love for playing football. One day, Jess is
noticed by Jules, who is a member of local women’s team and leads to her
joining the team.
Both Jules an Jess becomes best
of friends as well as fall for Joe, their coach. Due to some misunderstanding,
Jess’s parents assume that both of the friends are in relationship and stop her
from playing in the team. In the meanwhile, there are huge preparations for the
traditional wedding of her sister at home.
Bend It Like Beckham is produced
by Sonia Friedman Productions, whereas choreography and musica staging by
Aletta Collins. Miriam Buether’s wonderful set designing makes the show a
complete visual treat for the theatre lovers.
Immensely talented director
Gurinder Chaddha has directed some blockbuster movies such as What’s Cooking,
Bride and Prejudice, Angus,Thongs and Perfect Snogging and It's a Wonderful
Afterlife. The exciting new London show, Bend It Like Beckham is all set to
make its arrival at the Phoenix Theatre!