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Extra.ie
29-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Extra.ie
Who is Mia Carragher? Hunger Games cast new Katniss Everdeen
The Hunger Games franchise is expanding its horizons as it moves to the theatre stage in London later this year. The first-ever theatre adaptation of the iconic books and movie series will arrive in London at the brand-new state of the art venue, Troubadour Canary Wharf Theatre, located in the heart of the city. Based on the original 'Hunger Games' story by Suzanne Collins, the well-known gripping tale follows the fearless heroine Katniss Everdeen as she shows courage and defiance to become a beacon of rebellion and hope in a bleak world. Mia Carragher. Pic: David Ctorza/ The iconic character will be portrayed on the London stage by Mia Carragher, an up and coming 21-year-old actress from Liverpool. Mia is the daughter of Liverpool football legend Jamie Carragher. She was technically briefly on CBS Sports earlier this year when Jamie answered a phone call from her during the live football punditry show. Jamie Carragher and Mia Carragher. Pic: Mike Marsland/WireImage Jamie revealed that Mia was asking where her mother was and the Liverpool icon replied: 'I don't know, I am in London babe.' Presenter Kate Abdo encouraged her colleague to put Mia on loud speaker and fellow pundit Micah Richards jokingly accused her of interrupting the show and costing them an Emmy Award. Mia Carragher. Pic: Instagram Mia responded: 'Oh my God, I am so sorry. I didn't have a clue (he was on live TV).' As CBS Sports is only available in the United States, Jamie joked: 'Are you not putting the dodgy box on?' Mia remarked that her dad was 'lovely' back at home and Jamie said: 'I love you more than anything my girl. What a star.' He also told the panel: 'There is nothing this girl can ever do wrong, I can never shout at her.' Mia Carragher. Pic: Magda Jakubik/ As he hung up the phone she said 'I love you' to her dad and the rest of the CBS Sports team went 'aww' collectively. Mia's older brother James is another Carragher making strides away from home as a professional footballer for League One club Wigan Athletic. Despite also being born in Liverpool, James represents Malta on the international stage after being awarded Maltese citizenship earlier this year. The 22-year-old qualifies for Malta via his and Mia's paternal grandfather, with their dad also getting the citizenship. Mia Carragher. Pic: NickyMia graduated from England's Tring Park School for the Performing Arts in 2022 and also studied acting at the Lee Strasberg Theatre and Film Institute. She has previously starred in the film 'One Night in Istanbul' and Channel 4's 'The Gathering'. Mia was recorded practicing her archery and stunt work in a video shared on the Hunger Games: On Stage Instagram account. Mia Carragher. Pic: Instagram In the video, Mia said: 'I'm really excited to play Katniss. I relate to her quite a lot. 'I think she's very fearless, but then she's also got that nurturing quality about her. 'Everyone needs to come and watch The Hunger Games: On Stage because it's going to be like nothing you have ever seen. 'It's going to be an amazing experience, amazing sets, such cool costumes and I don't think many people know, but there's going to be a new theatre built just for this show in Canary Wharf, so you should be there.' Multi award-winning playwright Conor McPherson and Director Matthew Dunster are in charge of bringing the powerful story to life on stage, with the use of 'extraordinary stunts and illusions'. Matthew Dunster heaped praise on Mia for filling the complex requirements needed to portray a character like Katniss Everdeen. He said: 'We searched far and wide, and comprehensively, for our Katniss. It is not easy to step into Suzanne Collins's amazing creation and only one actor combined Katniss's charisma and combat skills – her quiet, tough determination and her brilliant creativity, athleticism, and humour. 'We've found our Katniss in Mia Carragher, and we can't wait for audiences to see her.' The new theatre will seat 1200 spectators, who will 'feel a part of the action in this dynamic round arena, developed with blockbuster entertainment in mind'. The Hunger Games: On Stage gets underway on October 20 with standard tickets starting at £60 and premium tickets from £125.
Express Tribune
29-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Hunger Games makes theatrical debut in London
Mia Carragher, daughter of former footballer Jamie Carragher, has been cast as Katniss Everdeen in The Hunger Games: On Stage, the first live theatrical adaptation of Suzanne Collins's best-selling novel. The production opens at London's brand-new Troubadour Canary Wharf Theatre on October 20, 2025, and will run through January or February 2026. Adapted by Olivier Award–winning playwright Conor McPherson and directed by Matthew Dunster, the production is designed to be immersive and dynamic. The intention is to place audiences at the center of the action, in a theatre‑in‑the‑round setting featuring live fight choreography, wire work, and physical staging techniques. The Troubadour Canary Wharf Theatre, with its 1,200-seat configuration, was purpose-built to support this production. It aims to bring the scale and emotional intensity of Panem to the stage in groundbreaking ways, part spectacle, part live action. This production marks a significant expansion of the Hunger Games franchise into live theatre. Fans can expect to experience the story anew, from Katniss's volunteer moment to her rise as a symbol of resistance.
Daily Mail
17-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Jamie Carragher shares snaps of his daughter's 21st fancy dress party as Liverpool legend steals the show with hilarious costume
Jamie Carragher pulled out all the stops for his daughter Mia's 21st birthday party - including dressing up as none other than Willy Wonka. The Liverpool legend ditched his usual pundit attire for a purple velvet coat, top hat, and oversized bow tie as he channeled the eccentric chocolate factory owner in celebration of his daughter's milestone. Mia, who was dressed as Poison Ivy, marked her birthday in style with a lavish party surrounded by family and friends. But it was her dad's eye-catching outfit that stole the show on social media. Carragher, 46, posed proudly in full costume, sharing photos and videos from the party on Instagram. He wrote: 'What a great night for Mia's 21st birthday fancy dress party,' alongside a heart, dancing and beers emojis. Adding to the fun, Carragher fully embraced his Willy Wonka persona by taking the mic and performing Pure Imagination, the iconic song from the classic 1971 film. Meanwhile, Jamie's son, James Carragher, who plays professionally for Wigan, also got into the fancy dress spirit by channelling a Peaky Blinders vibe by dressing in a sharp three-piece suit, flat cap, and pocket watch. Mia is an actress, having graduated from Tring Park Performing Arts School in 2022. When she was younger, she trained as a dancer at Rare Studios in Liverpool. She has appeared in multiple movies, including: 'One Night in Istanbul', 'The Gathering' and 'Watering Hole'. Mia boasts over 89,300 followers on Instagram, where she shares photos of her travels, lifestyle and career ventures. Meanwhile, she posts funny videos and vlogs on her Tiktok account, where she has amassed a further 59,200 fans. Last month she made a brief appearance while her dad was on punditry duty for CBS' Champions League coverage. After his phone run live on air, Carragher answered: 'Hiya babe, are you okay? I'm on TV.' Micah Richards joked: 'Well, there goes the Emmy,' before Carragher explained that Mia was simply asking where her mother was. He told his daughter: 'I don't know, I'm in London, babe. I'm in the studio.' Scott then asked Carragher if Mia would like to go on loud speaker, to which she appeared to oblige. After being informed by Richards then she had interrupted the live show, Mia's opening words were: 'Oh my God, I am so sorry. I didn't have a clue [he was on live TV].' Carragher then hilariously asked: 'Are you not putting the dodgy box on?' as CBS's coverage is only available in the United States. Host Kate Scott then took her opportunity to ask Mia: 'I am so interested, your dad can be a little bit spiky on TV, what's he like at home?' to which Mia replied: 'He is lovely.' After her response was met by a crescendo of awws in the studio, the Liverpool legend said: 'I love you more than anything my girl. What a star.' He added: 'There is nothing this girl can ever do wrong. I can't ever shout at her, I find it hard to shout at you don't I?'
The Sun
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
‘Love you more than you will ever know' – Sky Sports pundit pays emotional tribute to daughter on her 21st birthday
JAMIE CARRAGHER has paid an emotional tribute to his daughter on her 21st birthday. The Sky Sports pundit took to social media to wish Mia a happy birthday. 6 6 6 Carragher, 47, shared a host of photos of himself and Mia throughout the years. The pictures included days out that the father and daughter had together as well as snaps from holidays. The Liverpool legend penned a touching message to Mia as he urged her to chase her dreams. He wrote: "Happy 21st birthday Mia. "Twenty one babe, I can't believe it! "I didn't have a clue you'd be everything I wished you would be, but you are, beautiful, funny, sporty, talented & a heart of gold. "Please never change and don't let anyone ever stop you from achieving your dreams. "Looking forward to you making me laugh today the way you have for the last 21yrs. JOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUS "I'm unbelievably proud of you my girl and I love you more than you will ever know." Mia has a large social media following of her own with over 87k fans on Instagram. Jamie Carragher in huge row with Gary Neville over Arsenal title prediction and striker claim 6 6 She regularly keeps them updated with her holidays and stunning modelling pictures. Mia also has an acting credit for her appearance in the sport comedy movie One Night in Istanbul. The film is based on fans' efforts to go and watch Liverpool win the Champions League in 2005. She also briefly appeared on CBS Sports' coverage after phoning her father while he was on live TV. Carragher also has a son, James, who has followed his footsteps into football.
