![]() ![]() Under the directorial guidance of Luke Sheppard, known for his work on '&Juliet,' the production will feature fresh choreography by Ashley Nottingham. Andrew Lloyd Webber himself promises an exciting plot twist that will captivate both loyal fans and newcomers. The show, featuring a 40-strong cast, is expected to breathe new life into the classic storyline. The musical, which originally embarked on its journey in 1984, enjoyed an astonishing 18-year run. Having last graced London's stages in January 2002, 'Starlight Express' is poised to rekindle its magic after over two decades. Scheduled for a summer debut, the Starlight Auditorium at Troubadour Wembley Park Theatre will host this beloved Andrew Lloyd Webber musical. This revival will be accompanied by the creation of a specially designed venue at Wembley, adding an extra layer of anticipation to the production's comeback. The Troubadour Wembley Park Theatre will be transformed into 'The Starlight Auditorium' with performances from 8 June 2024.Ĭheck back for information on Starlight Express tickets on London Theatre.Andrew Lloyd Webber's iconic musical, 'Starlight Express,' is set to make a triumphant return to London's theater scene next year. We hope it will take London by storm all over again, and be both a celebration of this legendary work, as well as passing the train set to a new generation in a big, bold, and reimagined way. Sheppard added in a statement: "Nothing comes close to the thrill of Starlight Express and it’s a privilege to be directing this brand-new production, which will bring audiences right up close to all the music, the wonder and the action that makes this show so iconic. Matthew Brind provides new orchestrations and musical supervision. The team also includes set designer Tim Hatley ( Back to the Future), video designer Andrzej Goulding ( Life of Pi), costume designer Gabriella Slade ( SIX), lighting designer Howard Hudson ( &Juliet), and sound designer Gareth Owen ( MJ the Musical). As engines race to be the fastest in the world, Rusty the steam train finds hope and inspiration in the legend of the Starlight Express.ĭirector Luke Sheppard ( &Juliet, The Little Big Things) leads the creative team for this new production, which features music by Andrew Lloyd Webber and lyrics by Richard Stilgoe. ![]() Starlight Express is a high-energy musical that centres around a child's train set which magically springs to life. Watch out for the big new plot twist and you will discover why steam power is the future of the railway." "The world's first truly immersive musical will this time be an experience like no other. "I am thrilled that Starlight Express will be powering down the tracks again," Andrew Lloyd Webber said in a statement. One of the most successful productions has been in Germany at the specially constructed Starlighthalle where it has been running since 1988. The musical originally opened in London at the Apollo Victoria in 1984 where it ran for over 7,400 performances. Andrew Lloyd Webber's Starlight Express skates into the Troubadour Wembley Park Theatre in a new production coming to London on 8 June 2024.
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