Sydnie Christmas just gave herself the best 30th birthday gift ever: becoming one of the theater’s most famous villains! Right after winning BGT the amazing singer is now taking over a London stage as Cruella de Vil in a brand-new 101 Dalmatians musical. With her incredible voice, fancy fur coats, and that iconic mean charm, this is a Sydnie you’ve never seen before!
The special show at the Eventim Apollo lets Sydnie show off her huge range, mixing her beautiful singing with Cruella’s nasty personality. Clips from practice show her perfectly capturing the character’s extreme glamour while singing big, amazing songs. With a great cast that includes Aston Merrygold, this new version of the story uses puppets, fun dancing, and new music to create something really magical.
Sydnie Christmas as Cruella in 101 Dalmatians – First Look!
Fans are already raving about Sydnie’s transformation with social media buzzing over her fierce rehearsal photos. Theatre critics praise her “electric stage presence,” while BGT supporters flood comments with “She was born for this role!” The West End LIVE preview performance drew 15K+ views in days, proving audiences can’t wait to see her full villainous turn.
This isn’t Sydnie’s first time wowing London crowds though. Her recent showstopper at West End LIVE gave fans a thrilling sneak peek of what’s to come; complete with dalmatian puppets and a chorus that’ll have you craving for an encore.
101 Dalmatians Perform ‘Animal Lover’ at West End LIVE 2025
The West End LIVE performance highlights the musical’s big number, “Animal Lover,” with the whole cast in a fun, energetic show. While Sydnie’s Cruella watches from the side here, the lively puppets and catchy song show exactly why this new version is going to be the most popular show in London this season.
You can follow Sydnie’s path from BGT winner to West End star on Instagram and YouTube. She posts fun behind-the-scenes looks at things like trying on fur coats, doing vocal exercises, and playing with the puppy puppets. Her great energy and amazing talent make every update something theatre and music fans won’t want to miss!