A Face in the Crowd, a stage adaptation of the 1957 film, will have its world premiere at London’s Young Vic Theatre. The show will star Ramin Karimloo and Anoushka Lucas in the lead roles. Elvis Costello has composed the score for this production, while Sarah Ruhl wrote the book. Kwame Kwei-Armah, who is stepping down as artistic director of the theater after this production, directed it.
The musical has been in development for several years and features a reading held in New York in 2016. Costello has been performing songs from the score since 2015. The show’s lighting design is by Jackie Shemesh, music supervision is by Phil Bateman, sound design is by Emma Laxton, and choreography is by Lizzi Gee. Casting was done by Heather Basten.
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. This highly anticipated production promises to be a unique and captivating experience for audiences in London. Tickets are available for purchase on the Young Vic website.
A Face in the Crowd at London’s Young Vic Theatre promises to be an unforgettable experience for audiences with its talented cast and crew that includes Elvis Costello’s score and Sarah Ruhl’s book.
Director Kwame Kwei-Armah has been bringing his vision to life at the Young Vic Theatre for many years, but this will be his final production before stepping down as artistic director of the theater.
With its talented cast and crew that includes Elvis Costello’s score and Sarah Ruhl’s book,
