Manchester Theatre News & Reviews
In Conversation with MATT MILBURN discussing The Bodyguard at the Palace Theatre
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We chatted to Matt Milburn who is playing Sy Spector at the Palace Theatre in Manchester (January 19th - 31st 2026). Karen Ryder asks the questions.
Starring international leading lady Sidonie Smith as Rachel Marron, Olivier Award nominee Adam Garcia as Frank Farmer, Sasha Monique as Nicki Marron and Coronation Street and Hollyoaks star Matt Milburn as Sy Spector. At certain performances, the role of Rachel Marron will be played by Mireia Mambo.
Former Secret Service agent turned bodyguard, Frank Farmer, is hired to protect superstar Rachel Marron from an unknown stalker. Each expects to be in charge – what they don't expect is to fall in love.
A ‘BRILLIANT!’ (The Times), breathtakingly romantic thriller, THE BODYGUARD features a whole host of irresistible classics including Queen of the Night, So Emotional, One Moment in Time, Saving All My Love, Run to You, I Have Nothing, Greatest Love Of All, Million Dollar Bill, I Wanna Dance With Somebody and one of the greatest hit songs of all time – I Will Always Love You.
DISCLAIMER:
*The role of Rachel Marron will be played by Mireia Mambo at selected performances. Cast and performance schedule subject to change without notice.
