Nicole Scherzinger covers herself in blood and breaks down in tears as she performs in new West End show Sunset Boulevard
Nicole Scherzinger covered herself in blood before breaking down in tears during her performance her new West End show, Sunset Boulevard.
The former Pussycat Doll, 45, who plays Norma Desmond in the musical, took to the stage at The Savoy Theatre on Monday night.
She wore a black latex gown with a plunging neckline and spaghetti straps while the fake blood dripped down her front.
Nicole went bare foot, slicking her dark hair back from her face and completing her outfit with a subtle make look.
The singer was joined by her co-star as she strolled across the stage to take a bow after another successful night.
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Terrifying: Nicole Scherzinger, 45, covered herself in blood before breaking down in tears during her performance her new West End show, Sunset Boulevard
![Scary: The former Pussycat Doll, who plays Norma Desmond in the musical, took to the stage at The Savoy Theatre on Monday night](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2023/09/26/11/75843769-12561577-image-a-69_1695724530706.jpg)
Scary: The former Pussycat Doll, who plays Norma Desmond in the musical, took to the stage at The Savoy Theatre on Monday night
Nicole's new role marks her return to the stage, eight years after she was nominated for an Olivier Award for her portrayal of Grizabella in Cats.
The musical is based on the 1950 film of the same name and features songs composed by Andrew Lloyd Webber, who also created the music for Cats.
It tells the story of silent-film star Norma, who dreams of making her comeback and enlists the help of a struggling screenwriter.
The role has previously been played on stage by actresses including Patti LuPone, Petula Clark and Glenn Close.
Announcing her part in the show in May, Nicole said: 'I can't wait to think and play outside the box with brilliant, cutting-edge director Jamie Lloyd.
'And to have the honour of working with the legend himself, Andrew Lloyd Webber, to bring this timeless masterpiece to life.'
Andrew said: 'Nicole is one of the finest singers I have worked with, and I can't wait to get started on this exciting show with her and the rest of this brilliant team.'
Nicole is reportedly working with an intimacy coach to help her with her sex scenes in her new role.
![Taking a bow: She wore a black latex gown with a plunging neckline and spaghetti straps while the fake blood dripped down her front](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2023/09/26/11/75844275-12561577-image-a-82_1695725313398.jpg)
Taking a bow: She wore a black latex gown with a plunging neckline and spaghetti straps while the fake blood dripped down her front
![Treading the boards: The musical is based on the 1950 film of the same name and features songs composed by Andrew Lloyd Webber, who also created the music for Cats](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2023/09/26/11/75525779-12561577-Treading_the_boards_The_singer_stars_as_Norma_Desmond_in_a_new_p-a-83_1695725328624.jpg)
Treading the boards: The musical is based on the 1950 film of the same name and features songs composed by Andrew Lloyd Webber, who also created the music for Cats
Theatre bosses have hired award-winning movement director Ingrid Mackinnon to help prepare Nicole for her intimate scenes with her co-star Tom Francis, according to The Sun.
An insider on the show told the publication: 'Intimacy coordinators are mandatory now because actors need to feel safe with their co-stars.
'In the past, people were taken advantage of, with actors crossing boundaries on stage.
'A coach helps to ensure no lines are blurred which helps stamp out sexual harassment in the entertainment industry.'