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Maureen Lipman confirms new role away from Coronation Street's Evelyn
- Maureen Lipman will star in Allegra, a new musical by Peter Quilter, touring the UK before a West End run.
- Lipman will celebrate her upcoming 80th birthday with this new theatre project.
- She has reduced her screen time on Coronation Street, moving Evelyn to a recurring role.
- Lipman would return to Coronation Street only if given a proper storyline.
- Lipman described her theatre character as relentlessly happy and the show as a positive antidote to current TV cynicism.
- The new show Allegra will tour the UK before a West End run featuring Lipman and co-stars such as Elizabeth Bower and Bailey Patrick.
- Lipman reflected on Corrie's darker plots, noting she enjoyed the show but preferred meaningful storylines.
- Lipman’s last Coronation Street appearance involved reacting to Daniel Osbourne’s assault on a teacher.
- The Metro article frames Lipman as a versatile performer expanding beyond Corrie.
- Lipman discusses the current TV climate and her preference for uplifting work.
- The article positions Allegra as a lighthearted show with music and comedy.
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