The SpongeBob Musical will bring nautical nonsense to the Norwich Theatre Royal stage this summer.
Cartoon favourite SpongeBob SquarePants washes up in the city from July 4 to 8 2023 and all of his friends will be there, including Patrick Star, Sandy, Squidward, Mr Krabs, Plankton and even Gary the Snail.
The show follows these characters from the celebrated TV series as they discover a volcano will soon erupt and destroy Bikini Bottom.
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SpongeBob puts his trust in his friends as they try to save the day.
The cast includes Pop Idol star Gareth Gates as Squidward and RuPaul’s Drag Race sensation Divina de Campo as Sheldon J. Plankton.
Also in the show is TikTok sensation and West End star Hannah Lowther as Karen the Computer and although he won't be there in person, Good Morning Britain’s Richard Arnold appears in a pre-recorded cameo as Perch Perkins.
Speaking about her role as Plankton, Divina de Campo said: “Plankton is an absolute treat and a massive departure for me from playing more feminine characters into a maniacal genius. It is a joy to embody that and just let rip!”
Gareth Gates said: "The vibrant aesthetics of the show and its infectious energy will really appeal to the kids.
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"The music and script will draw in all of the adults in the audience, especially if they loved SpongeBob when they were younger!”
There is a tidal wave of original songs from rock and pop legends Steven Tyler and Joe Perry of Aerosmith, Cyndi Lauper, John Legend and Panic! At the Disco, to name just a few.
So, if nautical nonsense is something you wish, then drop on the deck and head to Norwich Theatre Royal.
To book tickets visit norwichtheatre.org or call the box office on 01603 630000.
Pick up Wednesday's Eastern Daily Press or Norwich Evening News for a chance to win tickets to the show.
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