Tony and Olivier Award winnerLea Salongawill join theBroadwaycast ofHere Lies LovebyDavid ByrneandFatboy Slimfor a special guest engagement this summer.
Producers of the show announced the casting of the Filipina actor today.
Salonga is also joining the show as a producer.
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Salonga will appear in the show for five weeks from Tuesday, July 11 through Sunday, August 13.
Now here we are, and at the theater in which I made my Broadway debut.
Were showing the world what were capable of.
Director Alex Timbers said, Having Lea join theHere Lies Lovefamily is a pinch-me moment for all of us.
Here Lies Lovefeatures a concept, music and lyrics from Byrne, and music by Fatboy Slim.
Salonga joins previously announced cast members Jose Llana and Conrad Ricamora.
An international casting search is underway for the remaining company of more than 20 actors.
The musical begins performances Saturday, June 17 ahead of an official opening night on Thursday, July 20.
Lea continues to be a beacon of light and source of pride for the Philippines.
We are thrilled to welcome her toHere Lies Love.
