Joe McElderry receives named seat at Wolverhampton Grand Theatre
Joe McElderry has been awarded his own named seat at Wolverhampton's Grand Theatre.
The pop star and musical theatre favourite is currently starring in Club Tropicana at the Lichfield Street venue, that runs until this Saturday.
Club Tropicana is Joe’s third time performing at the Grand, having appeared in Joseph And The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat and the pantomime Aladdin, both in 2016.
Speaking of the accolade and the show, 27-year-old Joe said he is excited to be back in the area.
"While it’s my third time here, I spent the longest time when I was here for panto as Aladdin," he continued.
"I love the Grand and its staff, so to be recognised with my own seat is lovely and such an honour."
Seat J18 in the stalls has been dedicated to Joe with a plaque listing the shows he’s appeared in.
The seats in the auditorium are available to sponsor for 10 years, at a special rate of £125 for the Grand’s 125th Anniversary year.
Charlotte Davies, development manager at the Grand Theatre said Joe is a part of the family at the venue.
“Joe received such a warm reception as Aladdin in 2016 and he’s a definite favourite amongst our musical bookers so we’re delighted to welcome him back," she said.
"He’s definitely part of the Grand Theatre family and we’re delighted to celebrate his career here with a dedicated seat in the stalls."
