The Bodyguard musical has returned to Cardiff's Wales Millennium Centre, featuring a star-studded cast and a setlist of Whitney Houston classics that had the audience singing along. The production, which runs until July 25, marks 11 years since X Factor winner Alexandra Burke played Rachel Marron at the same venue.
Plot and Cast
The story follows former Secret Service agent Frank Foster, played by Adam Garcia, who is hired to protect superstar Rachel Marron from an unknown stalker. The two clash over control but unexpectedly fall in love. International actress Sidonie Smith plays Rachel in some performances, but on Monday, July 20, Rachel alternate Mireia Mambo took the stage and delivered a standout performance.
Adam Garcia, known for Coyote Ugly, portrays Frank Farmer, while Coronation Street's Matt Milburn plays Sy Spector. Sasha Monique plays Rachel's sister Nicki Marron, and James-Lee Harris portrays the stalker with a sinister edge that keeps the audience on edge.
Music and Performance
The musical features irresistible classics including Queen of the Night, So Emotional, One Moment in Time, Saving All My Love, Run to You, I Have Nothing, I Wanna Dance with Somebody, and the iconic I Will Always Love You. Mireia Mambo's powerhouse vocals and high-energy dancing made the production feel like a dramatic music gig, with every song known to the audience.
Sasha Monique's singing style complemented Mireia's vocals perfectly. Adam Garcia's rendition of I Will Always Love You brought comic relief, leaving the theatre in stitches. The overall production looked slick, elegant, and simple yet impressive, with showbiz costumes topping off the glossy appearance.
Verdict
Fans of the 1990s film will not be disappointed. The Bodyguard delivers a sing-along classic with romance and heartbreak, offering everything fans of the iconic movie want and more. Tickets are available for performances until July 25 at Wales Millennium Centre.
