Singing in the Rain at the Theatre Royal: John Middleton & Maureen Lipman in Allegra

Soap legend John Middleton (Emmerdale, Coronation Street) joins Latest TV’s Andrew Kay to discuss the world premiere of Allegra, a heartwarming new comedy with music starring Dame Maureen Lipman. Opening at Brighton’s Theatre Royal this week – marking Lipman’s first UK tour in 20 years and her 80th birthday – the play explores the life of a woman whose “irresistible urge to sing” creates a glorious, chaotic fantasy world. Middleton plays her protective brother Ronen, navigating the fine line between care and dampening a loved one’s unique spirit.