UPDATE: Harriet Bibby, star of ITV’s Coronation Street, is generating buzz as she prepares for her new role in the award-winning play, My Name Is Rachel Corrie. Just days ahead of its March 18-22, 2024 premiere in Manchester, Bibby has confirmed her excitement on social media, drawing a wave of support from fans.
The actress, known for her role as Summer Spellman on the soap, revealed her collaboration with writer Ian Kershaw, who is the husband of Corrie legend Julie Hesmondhalgh. The play recounts the poignant story of Rachel Corrie, a young American activist who tragically lost her life at age 23 while advocating for peace in Gaza in 2003.
Taking to Instagram, Bibby shared a selfie with Kershaw and fellow actor Grant Archer, announcing, “It’s true!! We had our final rehearsal yesterday and next week is SHOW WEEK! Tickets are selling fast, so if you haven’t got yours yet, the link is in my bio! Can’t wait to see you all there.”
The play, produced by Take Back Theatre and 53Two, is based entirely on Corrie’s diaries and emails, blending humor with profound emotion. Bibby described the experience as “beautifully put together,” emphasizing the challenging yet rewarding nature of the role.
Fans are already expressing their enthusiasm. Supportive messages flood in, with comments like, “Awesome! I hope you have an amazing time performing this play. Much love from Canada,” and “Unbelievably excited for this project. Good on you.”
As the opening night approaches, Bibby’s co-star from Coronation Street, Mollie Gallagher, and This Morning’s soap expert Sharon Marshall have publicly cheered her on, solidifying the community’s support for this impactful project.
With tickets rapidly selling and the opening just around the corner, this emotional production promises to resonate deeply with audiences. Stay tuned for more updates as the excitement unfolds!
