Shini goes behind the scenes of Starlight Express

Zoom into the world of Starlight Express with Shini as she heads to Wembley Park Theatre for an epic behind‑the‑scenes adventure. Watch as she meets the amazing cast and discovers how the show’s high‑speed magic works. Can she learn to roller skate and dance just like the stars of the musical?

What is Starlight Express?

Starlight Express is a famous musical created by Andrew Lloyd Webber who is the same composer behind Cats and The Phantom of the Opera.

In this musical all the actors perform as trains, on roller skates and the storyline is like a giant race where different trains from around the world compete to be the fastest.

The show first opened in the 1980s and became known for its incredible skating stunts and futuristic set. The new London production at Wembley Park Theatre has updated the show with modern tech, new choreography, and even more impressive skating.

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