Britain’s Got Talent winner Sydnie Christmas is making a bold and inspiring next step in her career, returning to London’s West End while also preparing to release her first album of original material. Following her acclaimed performance as Cruella de Vil in 101 Dalmatians, Christmas will star in the highly anticipated new musical revue From the Heart by legendary lyricist Don Black — a production that has already sold out ahead of its premiere.
Set to open at the Fortune Theatre on October 26, with an additional matinee on November 2, From the Heart celebrates Black’s lifelong love of cabaret and the vibrant New York cabaret scene. The show features songs from his collaborations with icons including Gary Barlow, Alan Menken, Natasha Bedingfield, Mike Batt, and David Arnold. Joining Christmas on stage will be Preeya Kalidas, Clive Rowe, Caroline O’Connor, and David Thaxton, under the direction of Nick Winston with musical direction by Nick Barstow.
Don Black described the project as a heartfelt reflection on the power of song: “A song can do more in three minutes than any other art form. From the heart they come and to the heart they go. When I spent time in New York, off-Broadway revues were the places to go. They used to sing original songs that would tear your heart out or make you laugh.” His words perfectly capture the spirit of the production — and the emotional energy that performers like Sydnie Christmas bring to it.
While Christmas has earned wide recognition for her theatrical talent, she has been equally focused on shaping her identity as a recording artist. After releasing her 2024 cover album My Way, she is now turning her attention toward original songwriting — a dream she has nurtured since childhood. “I never thought I would have an album of original songs,” she shared in a recent interview. “I’ve been writing since I was a child and never imagined it would see the light of day. Now that I’m an adult, I get to write and find my style. People see me and think, ‘She’s a theatrical singer,’ but that’s not all I do.”
Christmas revealed that she stays in close contact with BGT judge Amanda Holden, who she plans to share new demos with for feedback. “All it takes is to message her, and she replies,” she said. “I would never ask her to promote anything, but I’d love her opinion on the music.”
Fans following her journey on social media have watched her momentum build over the past year. After a standout performance at OASIS LIVE 25, Christmas posted: “Rounding off an EPIC weekend. Definitely one to remember with my favourite boys. Now back to work. I have an album to write.”
Her upcoming album promises to showcase her growth as both a performer and songwriter — blending her theatrical sensibilities with deeply personal storytelling. By fusing her stage experience with her evolving sound, Christmas is setting the stage for a new chapter in her career that bridges musical theatre and contemporary artistry.
With her West End comeback in From the Heart and her first original album underway, Sydnie Christmas is redefining what it means to be a modern performer — one whose voice, passion, and authenticity continue to inspire fans across the UK and beyond.
