Penelope Wilton and Luke Evans to star in new West End play BACKSTAIRS BILLY

Emmie Newitt 5 July, 2023, 10:39

Luke Evans is returning to the West End this autumn alongside Penelope Wilton in a new play about the Queen Mother's relationship with her most loyal servant.

Luke Evans and Penelope Wilton

BACKSTAIRS BILLY will play at the Duke of York's Theatre from 27 October - 27 January.

Starring Penelope Wilton (Downtown Abbey) and Luke Evans (Beauty and the Beast), BACKSTAIRS BILLY is a new comedy penned by Marcelo Dos Santos.

**What is BACKSTAIRS BILLY about?**

BACKSTAIRS BILLY follows the relationship between the Queen Mother and her loyal manservant, the titular Billy, during the 1979 tumult in the UK.

**The cast and creative team of BACKSTAIRS BILLY.**

A cast of twelve other actors will be announced soon alongside Penelope Wilton and Luke Evans.

The play is directed by Michael Grandage.

The comedy has Set and Co-Costume Design by Christopher Oram, Co-Costume Design by Tom Ran, Lighting Design by Ryan Day, Music and Sound Design by Adam Cork, Wigs, Hair and Make-Up Design by Carole Hancock, casting by Jacob Sparrow, Associate Direction by Sophie Drake and Costume Supervision by Mary Charlton.