Overview

• Burlesque the Musical officially opened on July 22 at London’s Savoy Theatre after previews from July 10 and will run through early September.
• Aguilera, who serves as an executive producer, described the show as “magical” in a Sky News interview and praised Jess Folley’s “magnificent” performance as Ali.
• She earlier gave the production a five-star Instagram review on July 19, captioning a clip “BLOWN AWAY!!!” to her song “Show Me How You Burlesque.”
• The stage adaptation retains classic tracks by Aguilera and Sia and introduces new compositions by Todrick Hall and lead actress Jess Folley.
• Ahead of opening night, Aguilera revisited her artistic legacy by rewearing her 2003 Versace corset gown at a photocall and later appeared in a bondage-inspired minidress for press night.