Cheryl reveals she would like to star in a ‘gritty’ drama after 2:22 A Ghost Story
Cheryl has revealed that she would like to star in a ‘gritty drama’ after her huge success on stage in 2:22 A Ghost Story.
The singer, 39, made her acting debut as Jenny in the West End thriller play in January, taking over the leading role from the likes of Lily Allen and Laura Whitmore.
She spoke about her decision to move into acting during an appearance on The One Show on Friday and teased her desire to take on more filming projects.
When asked by hosts Alex Jones and Jermaine Jenas if she plans to continue acting, Cheryl hinted that she might like to star in a ‘gritty drama’ next.
Speaking about signing up for 2:22 A Ghost Story, she said: ‘I just knew it felt right for me and I’d feel comfortable in that role.’
Future plans: Cheryl has revealed that she would like to star in a ‘gritty drama’ after her huge success on stage in 2:22 A Ghost Story
![Cheryl reveals she would like to star in a 'gritty' drama after 2:22 A Ghost Story 2 Star: The singer, 39, made her acting debut as Jenny in the West End thriller play in January, taking over the leading role from the likes of Lily Allen and Laura Whitmore](https://nybreaking.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/1678485184_140_Cheryl-reveals-she-would-like-to-star-in-a-gritty.jpg)
Star: The singer, 39, made her acting debut as Jenny in the West End thriller play in January, taking over the leading role from the likes of Lily Allen and Laura Whitmore
Looking towards any future projects, she added: ‘It would have to be something that gives me that same feeling, maybe a drama, something gritty.’
Reflecting on making her acting debut on stage, the Girls Aloud star went on to describe it as being very similar to singing in front of a live audience.
She explained: ‘I think all of it is just entertainment, I love being in front of a live audience again rather than just being on screen.
‘You feel the audience participation… it’s like an energy exchange, which isn’t that different from performing a song.’
Cheryl also admitted that joining the cast of 2:22 A Ghost Story has ‘exceeded all’ her expectations as she gushed about how much she has enjoyed it.
Appearing on the BBC chat show with her co-star Jake Wood, Cheryl also admitted they have previously gotten into trouble for cracking up on stage.
Placing the blame on her co-star, Cheryl said: ‘It’s him! To be fair, it’s a ghost story so people think it’s scary, but it’s actually really funny in parts.
‘When I first started acting with Jake, I wasn’t ready for his comedic timing, so I was corpsing… I just burst out laughing on stage in front of the audience… Not my finest moment!’
Cheryl is starring in the play as Jenny, who believes her new home is haunted but her husband Sam remains skeptical.
![Cheryl reveals she would like to star in a 'gritty' drama after 2:22 A Ghost Story 4 Career: She spoke about her decision to move into acting during an appearance on The One Show (pictured on set) on Friday and teased her desire to take on more filming projects](https://nybreaking.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/1678485186_973_Cheryl-reveals-she-would-like-to-star-in-a-gritty.jpg)
Career: She spoke about her decision to move into acting during an appearance on The One Show (pictured on set) on Friday and teased her desire to take on more filming projects
![Cheryl reveals she would like to star in a 'gritty' drama after 2:22 A Ghost Story 7 Teasing: When asked by hosts Alex Jones and Jermaine Jenas if she plans to continue acting, Cheryl hinted that she might like to star in a 'gritty drama' next](https://nybreaking.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/1678485188_566_Cheryl-reveals-she-would-like-to-star-in-a-gritty.jpg)
Teasing: When asked by hosts Alex Jones and Jermaine Jenas if she plans to continue acting, Cheryl hinted that she might like to star in a ‘gritty drama’ next
In the play, they argue with their first dinner guests, old friend Lauren and new partner Ben and decide to stay awake until 2.22am to discover the truth.
From day one, the production has relied heavily on what’s known as stunt casting – where a celebrity, often with little or no acting experience, is given a role in order to sell tickets.
EastEnders star Jake previously appeared in the play alongside Lily Allen and he has returned to the role of Ben after Hugo Chegwin was struck down with illness and was forced to pull out.
Cheryl has seen huge success in 2:22 A Ghost Story and received a standing ovation following her debut performance in January.
Following a flawless performance, a source in the audience told MailOnline: ‘Tears could be seen rolling down Cheryl’s cheeks during the curtain call, in which the cast received a standing ovation.
They added: ‘Right at the front cheering her on were her Girls Aloud bandmates Kimberley Walsh and Nicola Roberts, alongside Lauren Silverman. There wasn’t a single hiccup during the performance.
‘She’s certainly proven herself worthy of the role, after surprising fans with the unexpected career move,’ concluded the source.
Taking her final bow, a slightly teary Cheryl flashed a huge smile at the audience while raising one arm into the air.
And her move to acting appears to be paying off as she also received rave critical reviews following her press night performance.
Despite it being her first West End show, Cheryl recently insisted that she wasn’t too nervous about taking on the role.
She told BBC London during opening week: ‘No, I mean, a healthy amount of nerves in the previews which I think is normal, I would be concerned for myself if I had none. But not excessively nervous, no.’
The hitmaker then added: ‘I mean, a healthy amount of nerves in the previews which I think is normal, I would be concerned for myself if I had none. But not excessively nervous, no.’
![Cheryl reveals she would like to star in a 'gritty' drama after 2:22 A Ghost Story 9 On stage: Reflecting on making her acting debut on stage, the Girls Aloud star went on to describe it as being very similar to singing in front of a live audience](https://nybreaking.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/1678485189_656_Cheryl-reveals-she-would-like-to-star-in-a-gritty.jpg)
On stage: Reflecting on making her acting debut on stage, the Girls Aloud star went on to describe it as being very similar to singing in front of a live audience
![Cheryl reveals she would like to star in a 'gritty' drama after 2:22 A Ghost Story 11 Stylish: During her appearance on the chat show, which came just hours before her latest stage performance, Cheryl cut a stylish figure in a beige and white patterned midi dress](https://nybreaking.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/1678485191_888_Cheryl-reveals-she-would-like-to-star-in-a-gritty.jpg)
Stylish: During her appearance on the chat show, which came just hours before her latest stage performance, Cheryl cut a stylish figure in a beige and white patterned midi dress
![Cheryl reveals she would like to star in a 'gritty' drama after 2:22 A Ghost Story 13 Good spirits: Cheryl was all smiles as she joined her co-star Jake Wood on the chat show to speak about the play](https://nybreaking.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/1678485192_857_Cheryl-reveals-she-would-like-to-star-in-a-gritty.jpg)
Good spirits: Cheryl was all smiles as she joined her co-star Jake Wood on the chat show to speak about the play
Cheryl has been a regular on the stage for her two-decade long career as both a solo artist and a member of Girls Aloud.
The star said that after having been a singer for so long, it’s been nice to try out a different art form.
She added: ‘I’m used to a live audience but not in this capacity with the laughter and the different emotions this show inspires in an audience. I’ve loved it, honestly.
‘It’s so nice after 20 years of doing the same sort of thing to have a different experience again. It’s been really fun.’