Newcomer Fiona Morley Brings "Dodgy Dealing" to Coronation Street

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Sara Poyzer, a talented actress with a decade-long stint in the West End production of Mamma Mia, has joined the cast of Coronation Street as Fiona Morley. Fans might recognize her from previous roles in EastEnders, Casualty, and the BBC Radio 4 soap opera The Archers. In the show, Fiona's character becomes entangled in some illicit car dealings, which catches the attention of Ronnie Bailey and his brother Kevin Webster. Off-screen, Sara has been active in various TV shows and stage productions, including Doctor Who: The Legacy of Time in 2019.

Key Takeaways:

  • Sara Poyzer plays the role of Fiona Morley, a newcomer on Coronation Street, who gets involved in "dodgy dealings" selling stolen cars.
  • Fiona's character offers Ronnie Bailey a business proposition to sell the stolen cars for a significant profit.
  • Carl Webster wants to join Fiona's corrupt car business and sell the cars through his brother Kevin Webster's garage.
  • Sara Poyzer has appeared in several TV shows, including EastEnders, Casualty, The Archers, and Doctor Who: The Legacy of Time.
  • Ron and Leo actress Sara has also had a long stint in the West End, playing Donna Sheridan in Mamma Mia for ten years.
  • Sara Poyzer's character Fiona will be a key part of some high-stakes dealings on the show, sparking jealousy among Abi Franklin.
  • Coronation Street airs Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays at 8pm on ITV1 and ITV X.

Statistics:

  • Sara Poyzer has appeared in over 20 TV shows, including Coronation Street, EastEnders, Casualty, and The Archers.
  • Fiona Morley's character is involved in selling at least 5-10 cars through her "dodgy dealings".
  • Since 2002, Sara Poyzer has played multiple roles in EastEnders, including Penny and DS Sally Grant in 2013.
  • In 2013, Sara Poyzer's character appeared in Casualty and The Archers within the same year.
  • Sara Poyzer has been a staple in BBC Radio 4's The Archers as Leonie Schnell.

Sources:

  • BBC (no date mentioned) - "Sara Poyzer joins Coronation Street as scheming Fiona Morley"
  • Birmingham Mail (no date mentioned) - "New Coronation Street character Fiona Morley is being played by West End star Sara Poyzer"
  • ABBA (no date mentioned) - Mamma Mia credits