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High Society revival starring Helen George heads to Canterbury and Eastbourne
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A new UK tour of the musical comedy High Society, directed by Rachel Kavanaugh and starring Call the Midwife actor Helen George as Tracy Lord, is heading to the Marlowe Theatre in Canterbury and the Congress Theatre in Eastbourne. George discusses taking on the iconic role originally played by Grace Kelly, her time on Strictly Come Dancing, and early career experiences singing with Elton John.
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- Helen George stars as Tracy Lord in a new 2026 UK tour production of the musical comedy High Society.
- The production is scheduled to play at the Marlowe Theatre in Canterbury from 27 to 31 October and the Congress Theatre in Eastbourne from 10 to 14 November.
- George described the Cole Porter show as providing much-needed escapism and a lighter diversion for audiences.
- The role of Tracy Lord was famously played by Grace Kelly in the 1956 film adaptation.
- George also touched upon her career, including her time on Strictly Come Dancing and early work singing with Elton John.