Guide Bridge Theatre

"A theatrical treat that’s always worth the whisk."

Pull on your apron and step inside the world’s most famous marquee! This brand-new musical comedy follows the heart-warming journeys of eight amateur bakers as they compete for the ultimate trophy.

From a nervous student to a retired grandmother, these strangers-turned-friends must endure the heat of the kitchen as they tackle intense technical challenges and elaborate final creations. Watching their every move are the formidable judges, Phil Hollinghurst and Pam Lee, ready to deliver critiques that could make a sponge rise or a spirit crumble.

Through every triumph and every fallen fondant, The Great British Bake Off Musical explores the lives, loves, and laughs of the people behind the pastry. It’s a hilarious and moving celebration of British life, community, and the simple joy of baking.

What to Expect:

A Delicious New Score: Featuring a witty and soaring soundtrack by the acclaimed team of Jake Brunger and Pippa Cleary.

A Recipe for Joy: A story that proves it’s what’s on the inside that counts.

The Perfect Outing: A joyous time at the theatre that is as light and uplifting as a perfect soufflé.

"A heartwarming slice of musical theater that will leave you hungry for more!"

Character Breakdown

Jim & Kim – The Hosts – Any gender - Funny banter and a great chemistry between them

Pam Lee – Judge 1 – Female (70-80s) Prue Leith style character

Phil Hollinghurst – Judge 2 – Male (50s) – Liverpool accent and looks like Paul Hollywood

Babs – Female - Dinner lady from east London (60 -70s) Probably alto

Dezza – Male - Laid back Vegan hipster. Lives on a canal boat (30s). Funny demeanour

Ben – Male - Widowed policeman with a 9yr old daughter Lily. (30s or 40s). Quiet and modest and only here because Lily entered his name. Good singer.

Francesca – Female - Primary school teacher in her 30s. Moved from Italy to Bognor. Still has the Italian accent with good English. Emotional backstory. Has a beautiful solo

Russell – Male - Aeronautical engineer from Yorkshire. Often talks about his husband Mario. Very precise in his baking technique. (50s)

Hassan – Male - A middle eastern 17yr old sixth form student from Wembley.

Carefree and full of energy. (MTI kindly request that this role is cast to look appropriately middle eastern)

Gemma – Female - An ex-carer for her late mother, from Blackpool. In her 30s. Feels out of place and inadequate but her confidence grows. Lovely development of a storyline. (Possible romance?)

Lily – Female - The 9yr old daughter of Ben. Important to his storyline. Lily is wise beyond her years. Needs to be a strong convincing actor and singer.

Izzy – Female - A 21yr old Cambridge student from Home Counties. Highly competitive, ambitious and determined. Has no self-doubt. Needs to be a strong convincing actor and singer.

Auditions - The Great British Bake Off - Musical