When Paddington first waddles on stage during the new West End musical based on the beloved bear, the audience at the Savoy Theatre can hardly contain their excitement. Exclamations of “aww,” loud chuckles and enthusiastic yelps ring out from the crowd as Paddington sings, dances and crinkles his furry face to convey happiness, sadness and confusion — it’s truly like watching the bear come to life.
But how exactly did the team behind “Paddington the Musical” translate the Peruvian cub’s likeness to the stage? The answer is one expertly crafted bear suit and two very talented performers: James Hameed and Arti Shah.
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