15:03 GMT, Sunday, 3 August 2008 16:03 UK
Nancy star wins Cabaret lead role
Manx teenager Sam Barks who shot to fame as a finalist in the TV talent show "I'd Do Anything" has scooped the top role in a West End touring show.
Sam beat thousands of hopefuls to come third in the BBC Saturday night show to win the role of Nancy in the West End production of Oliver at the end of May.
Now the Laxey youngster is to star opposite dancer Wayne Sleep in Cabaret.
Sam, 17, will take the role of Sally Bowles which was made famous by Liza Minelli in the film version.
E-mail this to a friend
Related to this story:
Sir Paul reveals support for Sam
(27 May 08 |
Isle of Man
)
Rachel's Nancy hopes are dashed
(26 May 08 |
Northern Ireland
)
Nancy series picks its finalists
(25 May 08 |
Entertainment
)
'Isle of Sam' honour for TV star
(30 Apr 08 |
Isle of Man
)
RELATED INTERNET LINKS
I'd Do Anything
Sam Barks profile
Isle of Man government
Sam Barks
The BBC is not responsible for the content of external internet sites
News Front Page
|
Africa
|
Americas
|
Asia-Pacific
|
Europe
|
Middle East
|
South Asia
|
UK
|
Business
|
Health
|
Science & Environment
|
Technology
|
Entertainment
|
Also in the news
|
Have Your Say
|
NewsWatch | Notes | Contact us | About BBC News | Profiles | History
~RS~q~RS~~RS~z~RS~49~RS~)