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We are thrilled to announce that Ben has been nominated for Best Supporting Actor in a Musical in the eighth annual Theatregoers’ Choice Awards. The nominations were announced at a star-studded event at London's Café de Paris on Friday 7th December which was attended by Ben and fellow Hairspray castmates and they come just less than 2 months since Ben made his debut on the West End. Ben's nomination is one of 10 for the smash-hit that is Hairspray. Fellow nominees include Michael Ball for Best Actor in a Musical and Leanne Jones for Best Actress in a Musical and London Newcomer of the Year. Very well done to all nominees.

Full list of nominees: WOS Theatregoers' Choice Nominees

Vote for Ben and his fellow Hairspray nominees: Vote here.

We would like to wish all the nominees, and especially Ben lots of luck. Get voting everyone!

Last night saw the eagerly anticipated London Premiere of the Broadway musical Hairspray. Amongst those present to watch the show were Dame Judi Dench, ADWD judge John Barrowman, and West End star Elaine Paige as well as Ben's very proud parents and of course the theatre critics. The show has received dazzling reviews from across the board and is set to be one of the hottest tickets in town.

Ben has made his glittering West End debut as Link Larkin in the London's newest show Hairspray. We send him our continued best wishes for a successful run. Visit the fansite and forum for news, reviews and photos from the show and to discuss Ben with like minded fans! And get your tickets to see the show everyone is talking about.

The official Hairspray website: Hairspray UK

Ben rehearsed with fellow Hairspray castmates for about 6 weeks. He began rehearsals for his West End debut on Monday 20th August. Prior to that he completed a week of costume fittings. To see exciting photos of the rehearsals log on to the forum.

Ben is not just "the Ladies Choice", he is also the producers choice! Yes, Ben has landed the role of Link Larkin in the West End production of Hairspray!

Previewing from October 11th 2007 Hairspray will also star MICHAEL BALL and MEL SMITH.

Ben has said that he is thrilled to be playing Link and we'd like to congratulate him on behalf of all his fans.

Ben has now successfully completed THE MUSIC OF DIRTY DANCING tour. His final peformance was enjoyed by thousands of fans at Crystal Palace Bowl on August 11th 2007.

Ben was accompanied by Amy Pemberton and a full company of sensational singers and dancers including Alec Mann and Andrew Derbyshire, all backed by a super live band. They performed all the popular songs from the film including Do you love me, Love is strange and She's like the Wind.

Visit the forum for all the news, gossip, photos and videos from the tour.

Ben first came to our attention in April 2007 during the BBC1 series of ANY DREAM WILL DO. Thousands of boys auditioned for the chance to be Joseph in Sir Andrew Lloyd Webbers revival of his successful musical, Joseph And The Amazing Technicolor® Dreamcoat.

Just 50 boys were put through to Joseph school where they worked intensively with the best dance, vocal and acting coaches. Having impressed judges John Barrowman, Denise Van Outen, Bill Kenwright and Zoe Tyler 12 boys won places to the live TV finals.

Ben competed with 11 other hopefuls including Daniel Boys, Seamus Cullen and Lee Mead. He performed fantastically in the solo numbers and group songs and wowed the judges and audiences with his dancing, acting and singing abilities. He reached the semi-finals of the competition and we are very proud of him for his achievements during the series.

Ben moved to London at the age of 16 to follow his life long dream of becoming a peformer. There he attended the world famous Italia Conti Academy of Performing Arts.

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