The upcoming world premiere of A Face in the Crowd at London’s Young Vic Theatre is set to be a unique and captivating experience for audiences in the city. The show will feature Ramin Karimloo and Anoushka Lucas in the lead roles, with a score by Elvis Costello and a book by Sarah Ruhl. This stage adaptation of the 1957 film has been in development for several years, with a reading held in New York in 2016 and Costello performing songs from the score since 2015.
Directed by Kwame Kwei-Armah, this is his final production before stepping down as artistic director of the theater. The show will run from September 10 to November 9, with opening night on September 17. Additional casting will be announced soon.
The story follows a radio producer who gives a jailed drifter a chance on the airwaves, only to realize that it comes with unexpected consequences. The musical promises to be a unique and thought-provoking experience for audiences, with lighting design by Jackie Shemesh, music supervision by Phil Bateman, sound design by Emma Laxton, and choreography by Lizzi Gee. Casting is done by Heather Basten.
Tickets for the show are available for purchase on the Young Vic website. Don’t miss out on this highly anticipated production!