GIRLS Aloud singer Sarah Harding will make her Midlands stage debut next week as she stars in the latest UK tour of Ghost The Musical.

Bill Kenwright’s new production of the timeless story of love, despair and hope is coming to Birmingham’s New Alexandra Theatre from Monday (September 19) to Saturday (September 24).

Taking its inspiration from the classic movie, this innovative reimagining, which sees Sarah play the role of Molly opposite Hollyoaks’ ‘Rhys Ashworth’ Andy Moss who stars as Sam, will feature an expanded book, new music and original staging.

Sarah, who spent more than 10 years as part of one of the most successful pop acts in UK history, said: “I’m absolutely delighted to be making my theatre debut in Ghost The Musical.

“The film is one of my all-time favourites, so to get the opportunity to play Molly in Bill Kenwright’s new production is a huge honour for me and I can’t wait to get started.”

Based on the double Academy Award winning movie, the musical tells the story of a tragic encounter which sees Sam murdered and his beloved girlfriend Molly left in despair.

But with the help of a phony psychic, Sam – trapped between this world and the next – tries to communicate with Molly in the hope of saving her from grave danger.

Tickets, costing between £14.90 and £55.40 excluding booking fees, can be bought online at www.atgtickets.com/birmingham or by calling the box office on 0844 871 3011.