Max George seen for the first time in character as prepares to make stage debut in The Syndicate alongside former Coronation Street actress Brooke Vincent

Max George appears in his very first theater role as he prepares for his stage debut in The Syndicate.

The Wanted hunk, 35, stars as supermarket assistant Jamie alongside former Coronation Street actress Brooke Vincent, 31, who plays his sister-in-law Amy.

The comedy drama is based on the hit BBC One series, The Syndicate, which tells the story of five supermarket workers whose lottery numbers come in just as their jobs and livelihoods are threatened.

It is the latest play created by legendary writer Kay Mellor, who was also behind Fat Friends, and stars former Emmerdale favorite Samantha Giles, 52, as Denise, and is directed by ex-soap star Gaynor Faye, Kay’s daughter.

The production is Max’s first attempt at acting since his 2015 appearance in the American series Glee.

Max George appears in his very first theater role as he prepares for his stage debut in The Syndicate

The Wanted hunk stars as supermarket assistant Jamie alongside former Coronation Street actress Brooke Vincent, who plays his sister-in-law Amy

The Wanted hunk stars as supermarket assistant Jamie alongside former Coronation Street actress Brooke Vincent, who plays his sister-in-law Amy

The comedy drama is based on the hit BBC One series The Syndicate, which tells the story of five supermarket workers whose lottery numbers come in just as their jobs are threatened.

The comedy drama is based on the hit BBC One series The Syndicate, which tells the story of five supermarket workers whose lottery numbers come in just as their jobs are threatened.

Speaking about his new role, Max said: ‘I’m thrilled that my stage debut role is in The Syndicate.

β€œI’m such a big fan of Kay’s work and it’s an honor to be part of this world premiere tour. I feel like I’ve won the lottery.’

As well as playing a crucial role in the success of boy band The Wanted, Max has boosted his profile in recent years by starring in a series of reality shows.

He appeared in the 2020 series of Strictly Come Dancing, finishing ninth alongside partner Dianne Buswell, before taking part in the ITV series The Games last year and Channel 4’s 2022 Scared of the Dark.

The year after appearing on Strictly, Max was invited on the dancing show’s national tour when he struck up a romance with co-star Maisie Smith and the pair now live together in Manchester.

In 2022, he was forced to defend their thirteen-year age difference, telling Hello!: ‘It never crosses my mind. Maisie has done so many things that I’m in awe of – I look up to her.’

Former EastEnders star Maisie will be able to give Max some tips ahead of his stage debut, having previously graced the stage starring in Strictly Ballroom.

The singer made a big impression during his audition for The Syndicate, which opens at the Richmond Theater on April 11 and runs for 14 weeks, according to 52-year-old Gaynor, who praised the show’s cast.

The singer stars in the new show alongside Corrie actress Brook and Emmerdale favorite Samantha Giles

The singer stars in the new show alongside Corrie actress Brook and Emmerdale favorite Samantha Giles

George appeared in the 2020 series of Strictly, finishing ninth alongside partner Dianne Buswell, before taking part in the 2022 ITV series The Games and Channel 4's Scared of the Dark

George appeared in the 2020 series of Strictly, finishing ninth alongside partner Dianne Buswell, before taking part in the 2022 ITV series The Games and Channel 4’s Scared of the Dark

The year Max appeared on Strictly, he was invited on the show's national tour when he struck up a romance with co-star Maisie Smith and the pair now live together.

The year Max appeared on Strictly, he was invited on the show’s national tour when he struck up a romance with co-star Maisie Smith and the pair now live together.

In 2022, he was forced to defend their thirteen-year age difference, telling Hello!: 'It never crosses my mind.  Maisie has done so many things that I'm in awe of – I look up to her'

In 2022, he was forced to defend their thirteen-year age difference, telling Hello!: ‘It never crosses my mind. Maisie has done so many things that I’m in awe of – I look up to her’

She said: ‘I’m delighted to welcome these three super-talented actors to The Syndicate’s UK tour.

‘I’ve worked with Sam a lot over the years and she’s great fun and a brilliant comedic actor, who is perfect for the role of Denise.

‘Brooke is also a great actor with a big heart. We first met through our charity work for When You Wish Upon A Star and I know she will make a fantastic, feisty Amy. Max blew us away during his audition, he is a natural and born to play Jamie.

“I know my mother would be thrilled with the brilliant cast we’ve assembled so far and I can’t wait for you to see them all in action.”

Brooke added: ‘I’m so excited to be back on stage and happy to be working with Gaynor on The Syndicate. Kay was such a legend and the TV series was brilliant.

β€œShe has written a brilliantly vibrant character in Amy and I can’t wait to get out there and sink my teeth into the role on stage.”

  • For tickets, visit The Syndicate’s Play website
Director Gaynor Faye says she was 'blown away' by Max's audition and 'born to play Jamie'

Director Gaynor Faye says she was ‘blown away’ by Max’s audition and ‘born to play Jamie’