In a thrilling announcement today, Rachel Zegler, the acclaimed star of “West Side Story” and Disney’s upcoming “Snow White,” has been confirmed to play Eva Perón in the London revival of the iconic musical “Evita.” Directed by Jamie Lloyd, the production will run for a limited 12-week season at the London Palladium from June 14 to September 6.
Zegler, who has captivated audiences with her powerful performances, expressed her excitement about taking on the role of Eva Perón, describing it as a dream come true. “Evita has been such an important musical to me since I was a little girl, when my dad and I would sing ‘Don’t Cry for Me Argentina’ together on my back patio,” Zegler shared.
Director Jamie Lloyd praised Zegler’s talent and passion for the role, stating that she will “blow the roof off the London Palladium.” Lloyd’s visionary approach promises to bring a fresh and exciting interpretation of Eva Perón to a new generation of theatergoers.
The revival of “Evita,” originally created by Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber, will undoubtedly be one of the most anticipated theatrical events of the summer. With Zegler’s remarkable vocal range and Lloyd’s innovative direction, this production is set to be a spectacular celebration of the life and legacy of Argentina’s iconic First Lady.
