THE cast of a Tina Turner tribute show set to be staged at the Beacon later this year have been 'shocked to the core' by her passing earlier this week.
The company of Totally Tina Live!, which will be at the local arts centre on November 2, have paid tribute to the music legend who died this week aged 83.
The star's 'infectious' energy has been hailed in a statement on behalf of the whole company, who say they share the sadness of her millions of fans worldwide.
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They said: "To say we are devastated is an understatement.
"We know that we share our sadness with millions of fans all over the world.
"Tina Turner was and is the inspiration behind Totally Tina.
"Her energy was infectious, her songs were electric, her stage presence was phenomenal.
"She was a hard act to follow, but we did our best to do justice to all that she was.
"We will continue to recreate her concerts and keep her music alive."
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