Ronan Keating is making his West End debut playing a busker in hit musical Once. The show, based on the film of the same name, is a love story between an Irish singer and a Czech woman who meet in Dublin.

Boyzone singer Ronan , who joins the cast on November 17, said he was “truly bowled over” when he first saw the show.

He said: “The music and storyline are so incredibly moving and, combined with John Tiffany’s direction, I believe it’s a modern-day masterpiece.

“When I was asked about playing the lead male I was completely overwhelmed. But as exciting as that is, it’s scary too. I’ve never performed in the West End and this is a huge challenge and commitment. I’m really looking forward to it.”