Willow Tree Dance & Theatre Arts

🎂 CAST ANNOUNCEMENT! 🧁

We're thrilled to announce our fabulous judges for The Great British Bake Off Musical! 👏🏻✨

🥄 Please give a warm, freshly baked welcome to... Neil Barclay & Julia Allen! 💙 Aka Pam Lee and Phil Hollinghurst, aka Prue and Paul off the telebox! Ooooh!

These two are ready to whisk up some excitement, sift through the competition, and make sure every performance is the perfect recipe for success.

Get ready for plenty of rolling laughter, tier-rific performances, and a show that's guaranteed to be the icing on the cake! 🎭🍓

More cast announcements, a generous sprinkling of shenanigans, and ticket info coming soooooon! 🎫

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🧁On your marks. Get set. Bake!

✨️Here they are... in all their glory! Looking as good as Scone Jovi, with a side of Flan Duran..... it's.....

🎂Our Great British Bake Off cast getting stuck in at the first read through!

🧁It's TODAAAAAAY!!! 🧁

📍Where:
Tiverton High School refectory. Bolham Rd.
Through the green gate, right around the round about, keeping the silver railings on your left, walk to the end of the building, left at the little tree and when you get to the glass windows, into the door on your left.

❤️ Any questions, drop us an email on [email protected]

🧁🧁 3.DAYS.TO.GO. 🧁🧁

🔥 Get ready to preheat your excitement!
Willow Tree's, The Great British Bake Off Musical is opening it's tent doors to the next batch of rising stars 🎶

🏆 Could you be one of the contestants who whisk their way to glory?
✨️Do you knead a chance to shine?
🎂Are you our next singing star baker?
🍪Don't let this opportunity crumble!
👀 Check out our character profiles below and find your tent twin!

❓️Is it youuuuuu we're looking forrrrr???? ✅️ Yes it is!

🍞 Phil Hollinghurst
A silver-haired, blue-eyed judge with sky-high standards and zero time for sloppy bakes. A theatrical take on the stern “bread expert” archetype, he’s all about precision, pride, and the perfect crust.
Playing age- 40+

🍰 Pam Lee
Poised, sharp, and quietly fierce, Pam balances Phil with wit and warmth. Think elegance with a side of brutal honesty—and maybe a fondness for a cheeky drink.
Playing age- 40+

🎤 Kim
One half of the presenting duo, Kim is playful, chaotic in the best way, and keeps the tent energy light when things start to collapse (sometimes literally).
Playing age- 16+ any age considered
All genders

🎤 Jim
Kim’s comedic partner-in-crime. Jim is the enthusiastic, slightly unhinged hype man who keeps everything moving with charm and jokes.
Playing age- 16+ any age considered
All genders

🍪 Gemma
A carer from Blackpool. Shy, insecure and constantly doubting her abilities, she enters the tents as a back up contestant. A fan-favourite baker with heart, determination, and a big emotional journey. Her storyline is about self-belief rising like the perfect sponge.
Playing age- Late 20's +

🎂 Ben
A gentle, widowed policeman who turns to baking to connect with his young daughter, Lily. Competitive but grounded, Ben brings quiet strength and ambition to the tent, often pushing himself (and his pastries) to the limit.
Playing age- 30+

🌟 Izzy
A privileged, highly competitive, and well-off History of Art student from Cambridge. Izzy bakes with personality and isn’t afraid to take risks, even when things get messy.
Playing age- 15+

🍩 Francesca
An Italian schoolteacher seeking a personal win, often bringing emotional depth to the competition. Bold, expressive, and full of flair. Creative and driven, Francesca is all about artistry in baking, often channelling emotion into her showstoppers.
Playing age- 25+

🧁 Babs
An outspoken, cheeky Cockney grandmother with three ex-husbands, known for adding excessive amounts of booze to her bakes. A comforting presence in the tent—warm, witty, and heartfelt.
Playing age- 50+

🌶 Hassan
A 17-year-old Syrian refugee and A-level student who relies on instinct rather than recipes.The quietly intense competitor who brings focus, skill, and a slightly more serious edge to the baking chaos.
Playing age- 17+

🍒 Russell
A precise, snappily dressed middle-aged man who relies heavily on measurements. A theatrical character. Russell is easygoing and likeable, adding levity and charm, often acting as the “cheerleader” of the group.
Playing age- 40+
All genders

💫 Dezza
A laid-back, eco-conscious vegan hipster living on a canal boat who often clashes with traditional baking methods. Quirky, energetic, and unpredictable—Dezza is pure comedic baking energy with a love for chaos in the kitchen.
Playing age- 25

🥰 Lily
A nine-year-old girl serving as the emotional heart of the show. She secretly applies for her widowed father, Ben, to enter the competition to help him heal after her mother's passing. Wise and loving, she supports her dad while bringing warmth to the competition.
Playing age 9 (auditions from age 8 to 13)
All genders

🎵 Chorus
We are looking for up to 16 strong vocalists, strong dancers, or both, to be part of the Ensemble.

Auditionees - Current school age 13+ to adult

🧁🎉IT'S TODAAAAAAY🎉🧁

🧁🧁 3.DAYS.TO.GO. 🧁🧁

🔥 Get ready to preheat your excitement!
Willow Tree's, The Great British Bake Off Musical is opening it's tent doors to the next batch of rising stars 🎶

🏆 Could you be one of the contestants who whisk their way to glory?
✨️Do you knead a chance to shine?
🎂Are you our next singing star baker?
🍪Don't let this opportunity crumble!
👀 Check out our character profiles below and find your tent twin!

❓️Is it youuuuuu we're looking forrrrr???? ✅️ Yes it is!

🍞 Phil Hollinghurst
A silver-haired, blue-eyed judge with sky-high standards and zero time for sloppy bakes. A theatrical take on the stern “bread expert” archetype, he’s all about precision, pride, and the perfect crust.
Playing age- 40+

🍰 Pam Lee
Poised, sharp, and quietly fierce, Pam balances Phil with wit and warmth. Think elegance with a side of brutal honesty—and maybe a fondness for a cheeky drink.
Playing age- 40+

🎤 Kim
One half of the presenting duo, Kim is playful, chaotic in the best way, and keeps the tent energy light when things start to collapse (sometimes literally).
Playing age- 16+ any age considered
All genders

🎤 Jim
Kim’s comedic partner-in-crime. Jim is the enthusiastic, slightly unhinged hype man who keeps everything moving with charm and jokes.
Playing age- 16+ any age considered
All genders

🍪 Gemma
A carer from Blackpool. Shy, insecure and constantly doubting her abilities, she enters the tents as a back up contestant. A fan-favourite baker with heart, determination, and a big emotional journey. Her storyline is about self-belief rising like the perfect sponge.
Playing age- Late 20's +

🎂 Ben
A gentle, widowed policeman who turns to baking to connect with his young daughter, Lily. Competitive but grounded, Ben brings quiet strength and ambition to the tent, often pushing himself (and his pastries) to the limit.
Playing age- 30+

🌟 Izzy
A privileged, highly competitive, and well-off History of Art student from Cambridge. Izzy bakes with personality and isn’t afraid to take risks, even when things get messy.
Playing age- 15+

🍩 Francesca
An Italian schoolteacher seeking a personal win, often bringing emotional depth to the competition. Bold, expressive, and full of flair. Creative and driven, Francesca is all about artistry in baking, often channelling emotion into her showstoppers.
Playing age- 25+

🧁 Babs
An outspoken, cheeky Cockney grandmother with three ex-husbands, known for adding excessive amounts of booze to her bakes. A comforting presence in the tent—warm, witty, and heartfelt.
Playing age- 50+

🌶 Hassan
A 17-year-old Syrian refugee and A-level student who relies on instinct rather than recipes.The quietly intense competitor who brings focus, skill, and a slightly more serious edge to the baking chaos.
Playing age- 17+

🍒 Russell
A precise, snappily dressed middle-aged man who relies heavily on measurements. A theatrical character. Russell is easygoing and likeable, adding levity and charm, often acting as the “cheerleader” of the group.
Playing age- 40+
All genders

💫 Dezza
A laid-back, eco-conscious vegan hipster living on a canal boat who often clashes with traditional baking methods. Quirky, energetic, and unpredictable—Dezza is pure comedic baking energy with a love for chaos in the kitchen.
Playing age- 25

🥰 Lily
A nine-year-old girl serving as the emotional heart of the show. She secretly applies for her widowed father, Ben, to enter the competition to help him heal after her mother's passing. Wise and loving, she supports her dad while bringing warmth to the competition.
Playing age 9 (auditions from age 8 to 13)
All genders

🎵 Chorus
We are looking for up to 16 strong vocalists, strong dancers, or both, to be part of the Ensemble.

Auditionees - Current school age 13+ to adult

🍰 2.DAYS.TO.GO!!! 🍰

🧁🧁 3.DAYS.TO.GO. 🧁🧁

🔥 Get ready to preheat your excitement!
Willow Tree's, The Great British Bake Off Musical is opening it's tent doors to the next batch of rising stars 🎶

🏆 Could you be one of the contestants who whisk their way to glory?
✨️Do you knead a chance to shine?
🎂Are you our next singing star baker?
🍪Don't let this opportunity crumble!
👀 Check out our character profiles below and find your tent twin!

❓️Is it youuuuuu we're looking forrrrr???? ✅️ Yes it is!

🍞 Phil Hollinghurst
A silver-haired, blue-eyed judge with sky-high standards and zero time for sloppy bakes. A theatrical take on the stern “bread expert” archetype, he’s all about precision, pride, and the perfect crust.
Playing age- 40+

🍰 Pam Lee
Poised, sharp, and quietly fierce, Pam balances Phil with wit and warmth. Think elegance with a side of brutal honesty—and maybe a fondness for a cheeky drink.
Playing age- 40+

🎤 Kim
One half of the presenting duo, Kim is playful, chaotic in the best way, and keeps the tent energy light when things start to collapse (sometimes literally).
Playing age- 16+ any age considered
All genders

🎤 Jim
Kim’s comedic partner-in-crime. Jim is the enthusiastic, slightly unhinged hype man who keeps everything moving with charm and jokes.
Playing age- 16+ any age considered
All genders

🍪 Gemma
A carer from Blackpool. Shy, insecure and constantly doubting her abilities, she enters the tents as a back up contestant. A fan-favourite baker with heart, determination, and a big emotional journey. Her storyline is about self-belief rising like the perfect sponge.
Playing age- Late 20's +

🎂 Ben
A gentle, widowed policeman who turns to baking to connect with his young daughter, Lily. Competitive but grounded, Ben brings quiet strength and ambition to the tent, often pushing himself (and his pastries) to the limit.
Playing age- 30+

🌟 Izzy
A privileged, highly competitive, and well-off History of Art student from Cambridge. Izzy bakes with personality and isn’t afraid to take risks, even when things get messy.
Playing age- 15+

🍩 Francesca
An Italian schoolteacher seeking a personal win, often bringing emotional depth to the competition. Bold, expressive, and full of flair. Creative and driven, Francesca is all about artistry in baking, often channelling emotion into her showstoppers.
Playing age- 25+

🧁 Babs
An outspoken, cheeky Cockney grandmother with three ex-husbands, known for adding excessive amounts of booze to her bakes. A comforting presence in the tent—warm, witty, and heartfelt.
Playing age- 50+

🌶 Hassan
A 17-year-old Syrian refugee and A-level student who relies on instinct rather than recipes.The quietly intense competitor who brings focus, skill, and a slightly more serious edge to the baking chaos.
Playing age- 17+

🍒 Russell
A precise, snappily dressed middle-aged man who relies heavily on measurements. A theatrical character. Russell is easygoing and likeable, adding levity and charm, often acting as the “cheerleader” of the group.
Playing age- 40+
All genders

💫 Dezza
A laid-back, eco-conscious vegan hipster living on a canal boat who often clashes with traditional baking methods. Quirky, energetic, and unpredictable—Dezza is pure comedic baking energy with a love for chaos in the kitchen.
Playing age- 25

🥰 Lily
A nine-year-old girl serving as the emotional heart of the show. She secretly applies for her widowed father, Ben, to enter the competition to help him heal after her mother's passing. Wise and loving, she supports her dad while bringing warmth to the competition.
Playing age 9 (auditions from age 8 to 13)
All genders

🎵 Chorus
We are looking for up to 16 strong vocalists, strong dancers, or both, to be part of the Ensemble.

Auditionees - Current school age 13+ to adult

🧁🧁 3.DAYS.TO.GO. 🧁🧁

🔥 Get ready to preheat your excitement!
Willow Tree's, The Great British Bake Off Musical is opening it's tent doors to the next batch of rising stars 🎶

🏆 Could you be one of the contestants who whisk their way to glory?
✨️Do you knead a chance to shine?
🎂Are you our next singing star baker?
🍪Don't let this opportunity crumble!
👀 Check out our character profiles below and find your tent twin!

❓️Is it youuuuuu we're looking forrrrr???? ✅️ Yes it is!

🍞 Phil Hollinghurst
A silver-haired, blue-eyed judge with sky-high standards and zero time for sloppy bakes. A theatrical take on the stern “bread expert” archetype, he’s all about precision, pride, and the perfect crust.
Playing age- 40+

🍰 Pam Lee
Poised, sharp, and quietly fierce, Pam balances Phil with wit and warmth. Think elegance with a side of brutal honesty—and maybe a fondness for a cheeky drink.
Playing age- 40+

🎤 Kim
One half of the presenting duo, Kim is playful, chaotic in the best way, and keeps the tent energy light when things start to collapse (sometimes literally).
Playing age- 16+ any age considered
All genders

🎤 Jim
Kim’s comedic partner-in-crime. Jim is the enthusiastic, slightly unhinged hype man who keeps everything moving with charm and jokes.
Playing age- 16+ any age considered
All genders

🍪 Gemma
A carer from Blackpool. Shy, insecure and constantly doubting her abilities, she enters the tents as a back up contestant. A fan-favourite baker with heart, determination, and a big emotional journey. Her storyline is about self-belief rising like the perfect sponge.
Playing age- Late 20's +

🎂 Ben
A gentle, widowed policeman who turns to baking to connect with his young daughter, Lily. Competitive but grounded, Ben brings quiet strength and ambition to the tent, often pushing himself (and his pastries) to the limit.
Playing age- 30+

🌟 Izzy
A privileged, highly competitive, and well-off History of Art student from Cambridge. Izzy bakes with personality and isn’t afraid to take risks, even when things get messy.
Playing age- 15+

🍩 Francesca
An Italian schoolteacher seeking a personal win, often bringing emotional depth to the competition. Bold, expressive, and full of flair. Creative and driven, Francesca is all about artistry in baking, often channelling emotion into her showstoppers.
Playing age- 25+

🧁 Babs
An outspoken, cheeky Cockney grandmother with three ex-husbands, known for adding excessive amounts of booze to her bakes. A comforting presence in the tent—warm, witty, and heartfelt.
Playing age- 50+

🌶 Hassan
A 17-year-old Syrian refugee and A-level student who relies on instinct rather than recipes.The quietly intense competitor who brings focus, skill, and a slightly more serious edge to the baking chaos.
Playing age- 17+

🍒 Russell
A precise, snappily dressed middle-aged man who relies heavily on measurements. A theatrical character. Russell is easygoing and likeable, adding levity and charm, often acting as the “cheerleader” of the group.
Playing age- 40+
All genders

💫 Dezza
A laid-back, eco-conscious vegan hipster living on a canal boat who often clashes with traditional baking methods. Quirky, energetic, and unpredictable—Dezza is pure comedic baking energy with a love for chaos in the kitchen.
Playing age- 25

🥰 Lily
A nine-year-old girl serving as the emotional heart of the show. She secretly applies for her widowed father, Ben, to enter the competition to help him heal after her mother's passing. Wise and loving, she supports her dad while bringing warmth to the competition.
Playing age 9 (auditions from age 8 to 13)
All genders

🎵 Chorus
We are looking for up to 16 strong vocalists, strong dancers, or both, to be part of the Ensemble.

Auditionees - Current school age 13+ to adult

🧁 COULD YOU BE OUR LILY? 🧁

🥰 Lily
A nine-year-old girl serving as the emotional heart of the show. She secretly applies for her widowed father, Ben, to enter the competition to help him heal after her mother's passing. Wise and loving, she supports her dad while bringing warmth to the competition.
Playing age 9
(auditions from age 8 to 13)
All genders

🎵 Lily's Song 🎵

https://youtu.be/pD1O8ZooPD0?si=cSIPbdIxS-gzjbME