A new play about "Hollywood's most secretive casting" is set to premiere in Cirencester.

The world premiere of 'A Role To Die For' will open on Thursday, January 30 at the Barn Theatre.

The brand-new play, written by Jordan Waller and directed by Olivier Award-winning Derek Bond, will run until March.

The drama is about a woman called Deborah, who is responsible for casting the most famous role in Hollywood.

The actor she has chosen suddenly withdraws the day before the announcement and the film starts shooting straight away.

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With a short amount of time to find a replacement, her cousin wants to sell out, her son insists on going woke, and all she yearns for is the warm glow of Sean Connery’s unbeatable charm.

Janie Dee will star as Deborah, with her numerous stage credits including Muriel Banks in Dirty Rotten Scoundrels and Various roles in Old Friends at Gielgud Theatre.

Jordan Waller said: "I am over the moon that Janie Dee will be leading this production: she is truly a star to die for, and I can’t wait to see her shine."

The play is a Built by Barn production in association with Simon Friend Entertainment and Bob & Co.

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