FRANCESCA AMEWUDAH-RIVERS is a multi-talented artist from the United Kingdom.
She was written, composed, and acted in British television shows and movies, and will soon take the stage alongside Tom Holland in London’s West End.
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Who is Francesca Amewudah-Rivers?
Francesca Amewudah-Rivers is a British writer, composer, and actress.
She obtained a bachelor’s degree in music from Oxford University and attended the National Youth Theatre of Great Britain.
Oxford says she has worked on projects with Shakespeare’s Globe, the Actors Touring Company, and the National Theatre, and more.
In 2022, she co-wrote the short film Medea and composed its soundtrack.
That year, she also did composition work for the short film Minutes, according to her IMDb.
What is Francesca Amewudah-Rivers famous for?
Francesca Amewudah-Rivers became well-known for her roles in the British sitcom Bad Education.
She played Blessing on the BBC show for 13 episodes.
Additionally, it was announced that Francesca would make her West End debut in the upcoming production of Romeo and Juliet.
Francesca will play the female lead, Juliet, opposite Tom Holland’s Romeo.
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When will Francesca Amewudah-Rivers star in Romeo & Juliet?
Romeo and Juliet will run for 12 weeks at the Duke of York’s Theatre in London’s West End.
Francesca is expected to star as Juliet for the entire affair, alongside the Spiderman actor.
The curtain will rise on May 11, 2024, and the show will continue until August 3.
When the cast was unveiled, Francesca shared her excitement.
She said, “I’m so grateful to be making my West End debut as Juliet with The Jamie Lloyd Company.
“It’s a dream to be joining this team of incredible artists with Jamie at the helm.
“I’m excited to bring a fresh energy to this story alongside Tom, and to welcome new audiences to the theatre.”
