Rachel Zegler to star in Jamie Lloyd's Evita
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The highly anticipated revival of **Andrew Lloyd Webber** and **Tim Rice's** [*Evita*](https://www.londontheatredirect.com/musical/evita-the-musical-tickets) at[ London's Palladium](https://www.londontheatredirect.com/venue/london-palladium-london) has announced its lead, and it’s a [literal dream casting](https://www.londontheatredirect.com/news/dream-cast-evita-jamie-lloyd). **Rachel Zegler**, who most recently starred in the Broadway smash-hit revival of *Romeo & Juliet* opposite *Heartstopper’s* **Kit Connor**, will take on the role of Eva Perón. We know we shouldn’t cry but you’d be hard pressed not to shed a tear or two from pure joy!
Zegler, renowned for her roles in **Steven Spielberg's** *West Side Story* and the upcoming *Snow White* film, brings both vocal prowess and acting depth to this iconic character in her West End debut.
Directed by **Jamie Lloyd**, known for his innovative approaches to classic musicals like *Sunset Boulevard* and [*Much Ado About Nothing*](https://www.londontheatredirect.com/play/much-ado-about-nothing-london-tickets), this production of Evita promises a fresh perspective on the life of Argentina's First Lady. Lloyd's previous rendition of Evita at [Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre](https://www.londontheatredirect.com/tickets/regents-park-open-air-theatre) in 2019 received critical acclaim, and this upcoming staging is described as "an evolution" of that production.
Evita chronicles the journey of Eva Perón from her humble beginnings to becoming a powerful political figure in Argentina, featuring memorable songs like "Don't Cry for Me Argentina" and "Another Suitcase in Another Hall." With Zegler's casting, audiences can anticipate a compelling and dynamic portrayal of this complex historical figure.
If that still hasn’t sold it for you, (firstly, are you okay?) then we’ve listed [seven reasons why you need to see this classic musical](https://www.londontheatredirect.com/news/why-book-evita-west-end-jamie-lloyd-2025).
The musical is scheduled to run from June 14 to September 6, 2025, with the official opening night on June 27. [Book your official tickets today](https://www.londontheatredirect.com/musical/evita-the-musical-tickets)!