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She shocked her fans when she announced she would be the latest celebrity to take on the role of Jenny in West End play, 2:22 A Ghost Story.
Yet Cheryl's move to acting appears to be paying off, judging by critical reviews for her press night performance.
Claudia Connell praised Cheryl for her performance, saying: 'As a sleep-deprived, stressed new mum Cheryl is excellent.'
She added: 'Her movements on stage are less natural – rather stiff, in fact – and there are times when I miss some of her dialogue.
'She also speaks with an irritating upward inflection where every statement sounds like a question.'
But despite this, Claudia said that Cheryl 'rather holds her own in the performance'.
Dominic Cavendish was full of praise for Cheryl, saying: 'She proves a class act and - whisper it - is even the most understated player on stage.'
He adds: 'But when it comes to the claws-out showdowns with Sam, the newbie actress is no novice, bringing something materially nay maritally real to the scenarios.'
Rachel Halliburton gushed: 'Cheryl transcends the fact that she arrives on stage pursued by celebrity glitter.'
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