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Coronation Street's Liz McDonald to make surprise appearance in Rocky Horror Show in Leeds

A Coronation Street legend will join the cast of the this weekend.

Beverley Callard, who plays Liz McDonald, will make a surprise appearance as the Narrator for four shows, on Friday August 23 and Saturday August 24.

Beverley played the first female Narrator in the rock 'n' roll musical penned by Richard O'Brien, wowing audiences in Manchester and Liverpool earlier this year.

She said: "I am absolutely thrilled to be back playing the Narrator in the Rocky Horror Show at The Grand Theatre in my home town of Leeds.  I had such an incredible time earlier this year playing the role - I can’t wait to get back on stage!"

Duncan James, of boyband Blue, is playing Frank-N-Furter and Strictly Come Dancing champion Joanne Clifton is appearing as Janet in the cult musical.

Beverley Callard was the first female Narrator in Rocky Horror at the Liverpool Empire - pictured with Ben Adams (Brad) and Joanne Clifton (Janet) (Phil Tragen)

Beverley Callard has been  a Corrie institution for almost 30 years, with her character known for her bold fashions, and her rollercoaster marriage to Jim McDonald.

After years of handling drama as landlady of the Rovers Return and dealing with hapless son Steve's escapades, it should be no trouble dealing with hecklers at the Grand Theatre!

The Rocky Horror Show is at Leeds Grand Theatre until Saturday August 24.

To book, visit the theatre website or call 0844 848 2700.

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