An Officer and a Gentlemen is coming to Liverpool Empire

The musical based on the 80s blockbuster will be coming to the Liverpool Empire from 22 – 27 July, 2024.

Based on the iconic 1982 film starring Richard Gere, An Officer and a Gentleman The Musical captures the essence of the award-winning 80s movie, telling a timeless story of love, courage, and redemption.

Follow the emotional journey of Zack Mayo, a fearless young officer candidate, and Paula Pokrifki, whose fiery spirit matches his own.

Their encounters spark a passionate love that defies all odds, making hearts soar and leaving audiences breathless.

Set to a smash-hit soundtrack featuring the songs of Madonna, Bon Jovi, Cyndi Lauper, Blondie, and many more, the musical’s powerful music will carry you through the highs and lows of their extraordinary love story, including the award-winning anthem “(Love Lift Us) Up Where We Belong.”

Officer and a Gentleman artwork. Credit: Liverpool Empire

The production will be directed by Nikolai Foster, with choreography by Joanna Goodwin, promising a visually stunning and emotionally powerful experience.

An Officer and a Gentleman The Musical has announced an exceptional lineup of talent for the Liverpool Empire run. Luke Baker, Georgia Lennon, Jamal Crawford, Paul French, and Sinead Long will star as Zack Mayo, Paula Pokrifki, Gunnery Sergeant Emil Foley, Sid Worley, and Lynette Pomeroy, respectively.

Nikolai Foster said:

“People will be surprised when they come to see An Officer and a Gentleman. Because of the film’s iconic ending, I think a lot of people associate it with being a cheesy 80s romcom.

“Of course, there’s nothing wrong with a cheesy 80s romcom – and we offer some tasteful cheesy choices in our production – but audiences will be surprised by the depth of this story and how moving the show is.

“It is genuinely uplifting because we invest in the lives of these characters and care about them.”