Principal cast announced for HERE WE ARE at National Theatre

Emmie Newitt 13 December, 2024, 10:10

Sondheim's final musical will premiere in the UK in 2025 after receiving its world premiere and a sold-out run in New York in 2023.

here we are national theatre lead cast Chumisa Dornford-May, Jesse Tyle Ferguson, Jane Krakoski and Richard Fleeshman.

The principal cast has been announced for Here We Are.

Two-time Tony Award-winner Joe Mantello will direct Chumisa Dornford-May (Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812), Jesse Tyler Ferguson (Modern Family), Richard Fleeshman (Company), Harry Hadden-Paton (Downton Abbey), Cameron Johnson (Guys & Dolls), Jane Krakowski (30 Rock), Martha Plimpton (Sweat) and Paulo Szot (South Pacific). Further casting for the production is to be announced.

Inspired by two of Luis Buñuel’s iconic films, Here We Are is an unmissable musical comedy which follows Leo and Marianne Brink. They find the ideal spot to take their friends which has great reviews, impeccable service and an extensive menu. But when a series of strange events interrupt their meal, they soon realise they have bitten off more than they can chew.

The creative team includes set and costume designer David Zinn, choreographer Sam Pinkleton, orchestrations Jonathan Tunick, additional arrangements Alexander Gemignani, conductor Nigel Lilley, lighting designer Natasha Katz, sound designer Tom Gibbons and casting director Bryony Jarvis-Taylor.

Here We Are will play at the Lyttelton Theatre from 23 April to 28 June 2025.

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