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Bumni Mojekwu, Layton Williams to Star in A Dream Across the Ocean Musical

Bumni Mojekwu
Bumni Mojekwu

EastEnders star Bumni Mojekwu and Layton Williams will star in the new musical A Dream Across the Ocean, premiering August 11 at The Ashcroft Theatre, Croydon. The production is directed by Ray Shell.


The musical tells the story of Winston Morgan, who travels to London from the Caribbean in the 1960s in search of a better life. The production features a live band who will play music of the era, from British gospel to ska.

Mojekwu will play Annie, Winston’s wife. Williams plays Winston and Annie’s son David. Additional casting and members of the creative team will be announced shortly.

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