Donny Osmond 'can't wait' as he announces epic career comeback 30 years after iconic role

Donny Osmond has admitted he “can hardly wait” as he returns to Andrew Lloyd Webber’s musical Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat more than 3 decades after he played the lead character on stage between 1992 and 1997. His performance was so iconic, that it was committed to film in 1999 in an adaptation by Universal Pictures.

However, this time the legendary performer will be taking on a brand-new role when he returns to the musical as it goes on a tour of the UK this year. Donny, 66, previously played Joseph, but he will now be portraying the Pharoah, who performs Song of the King in the epic production. 

Taking to X, the social media platform formerly known as Twitter, Donny got his fans excited by sharing a video of himself singing one of the musical’s most memorable songs, Close Every Door. In the caption, he told his 211,400 followers: “I can hardly wait to be part of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat once again - this time as Pharaoh.”

He also shared a link to tour tickets, which can be purchased at uk.josephthemusical.com. Fans were thrilled as they took to the comments section to congratulate Donny on the news. 

“Love this! You played Joseph so well. Can’t wait to see you play the pharaoh,” Kathleen gushed. While Lori commented: “I’ll bet it’s going to be fantastic! You fit the role perfectly. Wish I could come to the UK. The sing-along will have to do for now.” 

“Just got ours booked today for 28th December, see you in Bonny Scotland, can't wait,” Karen wrote. (sic) 

“Omg - can hardly wait to see you on opening night! Mr Pharaoh Man I'm all booked,” Tina enthused. (sic) 

“Donny sounds great,” Laurel added, while Maria exclaimed: “Got tickets for first night can't wait!” (sic) 

Donny’s lead role in the musical, which is based on the story of Joseph from the Book of Genesis, revived the pop star's career in a time where it was facing a bit of a lull.

Admitting there had been difficulties behind the scenes, the former teen pop sensation has since opened up about fearing his career would be over if he did not deliver an outstanding performance night after night. 

Donny, who had been famous since childhood, was riddled with worries that he wouldn’t be good enough in the critically acclaimed production. 

However, it appears he didn’t have too much to worry about, as his portrayal was so successful that he has become synonymous with the role.