04/05/2026
Meet the Characters - The Great British Bake Off Musical 🧁🥣🍓
We are so excited for our launch night on Thursday and we hope you’ll join us! Here’s the principal character line up, if you fancy yourself as a Phil or Babs, or any of this lovable bunch - come on down this Thursday!
📆 Thursday 7th May
🕢 7.30pm
📍St Annes Ex-Servicemen’s Club, Alexandra Road, FY8 1YE (Upstairs)
THE BAKERS:
GEMMA:
Gemma is a carer from Blackpool. She lacks confidence and often feels out of place among the other contestants, constantly doubting her abilities. Gemma joined the competition as a backup contestant, which adds to her feelings of inadequacy. She has a deep emotional backstory, having cared for her late mother, and uses baking as a way to cope with her grief.
BEN:
Ben is a widowed policeman from Bristol, raising his young daughter, Lily, on his own. He joined the competition reluctantly, after Lily secretly applied for him, hoping to help him heal from the loss of his wife. Ben is quiet and modest, often deflecting praise and crediting his late wife for his baking skills.
IZZY:
Izzy is a Cambridge University student from the Home Counties. She is highly competitive and ambitious, determined to win the competition at any cost. Her baking style is sophisticated, and she approaches the competition with a cutthroat mentality, believing that she is destined for success. Beneath her confidence, there may be hints of vulnerability.
HASSAN:
Hassan is a sixth-form student from Wembley, brimming with youthful energy and confidence. He brings a carefree, rebellious attitude to the competition. Hassan is a self-taught baker who prides himself on not following traditional recipes and instead relying on his intuition. Despite his bravado, Hassan cares deeply about proving himself and making his family proud.
BABS:
Babs is a retired dinner lady from East London. She brings a no-nonsense, humorous attitude to the tent, often lightening the mood with her witty remarks and candid nature. Despite her tough exterior, Babs has a big heart and deeply cares for others.
FRANCESCA:
Francesca is a primary school teacher who moved from Italy to Bognor. She is passionate about traditional Italian baking and brings the flavors and recipes passed down from her Nonna to the competition. Francesca has a sweet and gentle personality, but beneath her calm exterior is a fierce determination to succeed.
RUSSELL:
Russell is an aeronautical engineer from Yorkshire. He is meticulous, organized, and methodical, bringing a scientific approach to baking. Russell is a perfectionist, using spreadsheets and precise measurements to ensure his bakes are executed flawlessly. Russell can be a bit awkward socially, but he is well-liked by the other contestants for his kind and supportive attitude.
DEZZA:
Dezza is a laid-back, vegan hipster who lives on a canal boat. He brings a unique, eco-conscious approach to baking, often substituting traditional ingredients with plant-based alternatives. Dezza is outspoken about environmental issues, and his character provides comic relief with his quirky personality and unconventional lifestyle.
THE JUDGES:
PAM LEE:
Pam Lee is a glamorous celebrity baker, known for her sharp wit and charm. She is a national treasure who has seen it all in the world of baking, and her vast experience makes her a formidable judge. Pam is warm and approachable, often offering humorous critiques to the bakers, but she also has high standards.
PHIL HOLLINGHURST:
Phil Hollinghurst is a handsome Liverpudlian baker. Known for his stern demeanor, Phil is famous for his handshakes, which signify excellence in baking. He takes his role as a judge very seriously, and his sharp eye for detail makes him a tough critic. However, he has a softer side, revealed in his interactions with Pam and Babs.
THE PRESENTERS:
JIM & KIM:
Jim and Kim are the hosts of The Great British Bake Off and provide much of the showʼs comic relief. They share a lighthearted and often silly dynamic, making witty comments and entertaining the contestants and audience alike.Throughout the show, they engage in fun skits, serving as breaks in the TV show.
