Hold on to your marmalade — the principal cast of the West End’s “ Paddington the Musical” has been revealed.

As rehearsals begin, the show’s producers have also shared first-look photos, though a very key character is absent. “Someone rather important is missing from this announcement,” a press release reads. “Dramatic paws… We can’t wait for you to meet Paddington, but please bear with us a little longer.”

Though the appearance and casting of the titular bear remains unknown, “ Paddington the Musical ” will star Timi Akinyosade as Tony, Amy Booth-Steel as Lady Sloane, Tarrin Callender as Grant, Delilah Bennett-Cardy as Judy Brown, Adrian Der Gregorian as Mr. Brown, Tom Edden as Mr. Curry, Brenda Edwards as Tanya, Amy Ellen Richardson as Mrs. Brown, Victoria Hamilton-Barritt as Mill

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