ITV/ Everyman Playhouse Share By Tamzin Meyer Oct 31 2025 By Tamzin Meyer Oct 31 2025 Daniel Brocklebank's first acting role after Coronation Street 'axe' revealed He's heading to the stage Daniel Brocklebank Share By Tamzin Meyer Oct 31 2025 By Tamzin Meyer Oct 31 2025 Daniel Brocklebank is heading to the stage after announcing his first acting role away from Coronation Street. This festive period, Daniel’s character Billy Mayhew will depart from the cobbles after Billy ‘death’ reports. The actor has now bagged himself a new role in a theatre production in light of this news. Billy will ‘die’ (Credit: ITV) Billy Mayhew’s upcoming Coronation Street exit In May, reports revealed that Billy Mayhew would be leaving the cobbles as part of an issue-based storyline. Corrie producer Kate Brooks revealed: “Billy will be involved in a major storyline over the coming months, which will see him tested in ways he never imagined, as friendships and his faith are pushed to the limit. Article Continues Below Read all the latest Spoilers “We’re incredibly sad to bid farewell to Dan. He has been fantastic in some of Corrie’s biggest storylines over the past few years, most notably Paul’s MND. “An actor of immeasurable talent and skill, and an absolute treasure behind the scenes – he will be missed by all of us on the cobbles.” A source told The Sun that bosses had not only decided to ‘axe’ Billy, but had also made the decision to ‘kill him off.’ “Corrie bosses are busy plotting how to kill off Billy, having decided to axe Daniel earlier this year. “There aren’t any plans to bring him back onto the soap. So it makes sense to make his exit the most impactful and explosive it can be. “It’s likely Billy will be a focus point of the Christmas/New Year storylines, with fans expected to be at the edge of their seats in the run-up.” He’s taking to the stage (Credit: Everyman Playhouse) Daniel Brocklebank lands role in Young Frankenstein the Musical From December – January, Daniel Brocklebank will be taking to the stage in Young Frankenstein the Musical. This will be his first confirmed acting role since leaving Corrie. He’ll be taking to the stage at Liverpool Playhouse. This will be part of the Hope Mill Theatre production as Dr Fredrick Frankenstein. The musical will run for five weeks, from the 3rd December 2025 to 3rd January 2026. Mel Brooks’ Young Frankenstein tells the story of the grandson of Victor Frankenstein who moves to Transylvania. In the musical, the likes of Amelia Adams, Jessica Martin, and Pete Gallagher will join him. Read more: 8 huge things to expect from Coronation Street this Christmas Share Good to Know Share By Tamzin Meyer Oct 31 2025 By Tamzin Meyer Oct 31 2025 Previous Story Next Story