Newcomers Tom Holland and Tanner Pflueger are joining the cast of Billy Elliot as the hit show’s newest title stars. Holland will begin performances on September 8 at the Victoria Palace Theatre, with Pflueger following shortly thereafter on September 29.The young pair join Joshua Fedrick, Fox Jackson-Keen and Layton Williams, who alternate in the demanding role, as well as current featured players Jackie Clune (Mrs. Wilkinson), Phil Whitchurch (Dad), Chris Lennon (Tony), Ann Emery (Grandma), Trevor Fox (George), Alex Delamere (Mr. Braithwaite), Sara Poyzer (Mum) and Barnaby Meredith (Older Billy).

Holland, age 12, is a Kingston-upon-Thames native. He studied dance with Lynne Paige, who also trained original Billy Elliot film star Jamie Bell. Holland was asked to audition for the musical production after being spotted at a local showcase in 2006. After two years of intense ballet training, he was officially offered the role. American dancer Pluefer, age 13, is from Norfolk, Nebraska. He began dancing at age seven. An award-winning modern and lyrical dancer, he was crowned West Coast Dance Elite Junior Champion in 2007. Billy Elliot will mark the West End debut for both performers.

Billy Elliot recently celebrated its three-year anniversary and over 1400 performances at the West End’s Victoria Palace Theatre. The show has played to over 2.5 million patrons since its May 2005 debut. It is slated to make its Broadway debut at the Imperial Theatre with performances beginning on October 1.

Source: london.broadway.com