Duncan James to replace Martin Kemp in West End production of Chicago By Press Association August 23 2018, 12:19 pm August 23 2018, 12:19 pm Share Duncan James to replace Martin Kemp in West End production of Chicago Share via Facebook Twitter Whatsapp Messenger Linkedin Email Post link https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/entertainment/1547060/duncan-james-to-replace-martin-kemp-in-west-end-production-of-chicago/ Copy Link Hollyoaks actor Duncan James has joined the cast of the West End production of Chicago (Simon Turtle/PA) Hollyoaks actor Duncan James will become the third person to play Billy Flynn in the West End production of Chicago. The former Blue singer has been cast in the male lead, previously played by Cuba Gooding Jr and Martin Kemp. James will star opposite Alexandra Burke as Roxie Hart from September 10. Cuba Gooding Jr previously played Billy Flynn (Isabel Infantes/PA) The role of Billy Flynn was previously played by Oscar-winning Gooding Jr when the new revival of the show debuted in March 2018. EastEnders actor and Spandau Ballet bassist Kemp took over from the Hollywood star in July. Chicago is booking at the Phoenix Theatre in London until January 2019.