COMPETITION: Win tickets to see X Factor finalist in Blood Brothers

Niki, who played Mrs Johnstone, received acclaimed reviews and was immediately transferred to the West End production by producer Bill Kenwright.

Now, following her West End starring role, Niki is back in the city to star in Blood Brothers at Birmingham Hippodrome from October 11-23.

Mum of two Niki Evans, from Tamworth, won the hearts of millions as one of the most popular female artists ever to appear in the hit TV show with her extraordinary renditions of such songs as ‘Fields of Gold’, ‘Songbird’, and ‘All That Jazz’.

Niki will be now be included in an impressive line up of actresses who have played Mrs Johnstone including Helen Reddy, Stephanie Lawrence, Clodagh Rodgers, Kiki Dee, Lyn Paul, Siobhan McCarthy, four of the Nolan sisters (Linda, Bernie, Denise and Maureen) and more recently, ex-Spice Girl Mel C.

Blood Brothers has been running in London’s West End since July 1988. In the USA, it has had a record-breaking Broadway run, a hugely successful coast-to-coast tour, and was nominated for seven Tony Awards.

Telling the captivating and moving story of twin boys separated at birth, only to be re-united by a twist of fate and a mother’s haunting secret, the memorable score includes ‘Bright New Day’, ‘Marilyn Monroe’ and the emotionally charged hit ‘Tell Me It’s Not True’.

Tickets are priced from £16-£36. Get tickets by calling 0844 338 5000 or visit www.birminghamhippodrome.com.

To be in with a chance of winning one of two pairs of tickets to the show on Tuesday, October 12 at 7.30pm, just answer the following question: For how long has Blood Brothers been running in London’s West End?

Please include your name and address with your entry. Closing date is Wednesday, September 29 at noon. Usual rules apply and the editor's decision is final.