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by Ruthie Henshall

Ruthie Henshall - The Showgirl and the Prince: A Memoir | Hardcover

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by Ruthie Henshall

Ruthie Henshall - The Showgirl and the Prince: A Memoir | Hardcover

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Dive into the charming and poignant real-life Cinderella story of West End and Broadway star Ruthie Henshall in this honest and touching memoir. Discover the journey of a lycra-clad chorus girl from Bromley navigating a secret relationship with Prince Edward while fiercely pursuing her leading role dreams in 1980s and 1990s London.

Key Features & Highlights

Candid memoir from celebrated performer Ruthie Henshall.
Recounts a seminal period balancing a secret royal relationship with a burgeoning theatre career.
Packed with hilarious backstage stories from major musicals including Miss Saigon, Les Misérables, and Crazy for You.
Offers a glimpse into the glamour and gossip of 1980s and 1990s London theatre scene.
Explores the bittersweet joy of first love against the backdrop of high society and the West End.

About the Author and Content

Ruthie Henshall, starting as a chorus girl in Cats, recounts meeting Prince Edward in 1988. The book details her experiences navigating tea at Windsor with the Queen and charm sessions with Prince Philip at Balmoral, all while striving for leading roles. It captures the era when she swapped hotpants for Laura Ashley frocks.

Specifications

Author: Ruthie Henshall
Binding: Hardcover
Language: English
Publication Date: July 16, 2026
Pages: 352 pages
ISBN-13: 978-1035097685
Dimensions: 16.4 x 3.3 x 24.5 cm
Weight: 596 g
Reading Age: 18 years and up

For aspiring actors and theatre enthusiasts, The Showgirl and the Prince offers an entertaining and intimate look at ambition, romance, and the golden era of musical theatre.