Based on the play by Kaufman and Hart, Stephen Sondheim and George Furth's musical charts the turbulent relationship between three friends, Franklin, Charley and Mary, over three decades. Starting in 1980 and travelling backwards in time, this powerful and moving story features some of Sondheim's most beautiful songs including Good Thing Going, Not a Day Goes By, and Old Friends.
Merrily We Roll Along was originally directed on Broadway by Harold Prince and originally produced on Broadway by Lord Grade, Martin Starger, Robert Fryer and Harold Prince in association with Ruthie Mitchell and Howard Haines.
The Menier Chocolate Factory are thrilled to announce one of their most exciting casts. Playing the lead roles are Damian Humbley (The Last 5 Years; Little Shop of Horrors) as Charley Kringas, Olivier award winner and Tony nominee Jenna Russell (Sunday in the Park with George) as Mary Flynn and Mark Umbers (Sweet Charity) as Franklin Shepard. Olivier nominee Josefina Gabrielle (Sweet Charity) returns to the Menier to play the role of Gussie Carnegie along with Glyn Kerslake (Road Show) who plays Joe Josephson. The cast also includes Clare Foster (Crazy For You) playing Beth Spencer and Zizi Strallen (Rock of Ages) who will play Meg Kincaid.
Martin Callaghan, a versatile actor with extensive experience in musical theatre, once graced the stage in Merrily We Roll Along, showcasing his impressive range honed through roles in shows like Jesus Christ Superstar and Guys and Dolls. more...
Josefina Gabrielle earned her third Olivier Award nomination for her role as Gussie Carnegie in Maria Friedman's acclaimed production of Stephen Sondheim's *Merrily We Roll Along*, which transferred from the Menier Chocolate Factory to the West End's Harold Pinter Theatre in 2013. more...
Damian Humbley, an accomplished Australian actor and singer, notably portrayed Charley Kringas in the 2013 filmed production of Merrily We Roll Along at the Harold Pinter Theatre. more...
Amy Ellen Richardson's extensive West End career includes a notable performance in "Merrily We Roll Along" at the Menier Chocolate Factory and the Harold Pinter Theatre. more...
Robbie Scotcher portrayed Jerome in the past productions of "Merrily We Roll Along" at both the Harold Pinter Theatre and the Menier Chocolate Factory. more...
Zizi Strallen, who has graced the stage in numerous productions including "Merrily We Roll Along" at the Harold Pinter Theatre, boasts an impressive theatre resume with roles in shows such as "Strictly Ballroom," "Mary Poppins," and "Cats." more...
Mark Umbers, a British actor with a distinguished academic background from Oxford University, brought his extensive stage experience from the Royal National Theatre to his role in "Merrily We Roll Along." more...
Production Team
Jonathan Tunick Orchestrator
Maria Friedman Director
Soutra Gilmour Designer
David Hersey Lighting Designer
Tim Jackson Choreographer
Catherine Jayes Musical Supervision & Direction
Gareth Owen Sound Designer
Merrily We Roll Along FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
The Hills of Tomorrow
Merrily We Roll Along
Rich and Happy
Old Friends
Like It Was
Franklin Shepard, Inc.
Not a Day Goes By
Now You Know
It's a Hit
The Blob
Good Thing Going
Bobby and Jackie and Jack
Opening Doors
Our Time
Honey
Darling!
Thank You for Coming
That Frank
Transition 1
Transition 2
Growing Up
Transition 3
Transition 4
Transition 5
Transition 6
Merrily We Roll Along
That Frank
Franklin Shepard, Inc.
Old Friends
Growing Up
Not A Day Goes By
Now You Know
Act Two Opening
It's A Hit!
The Blob
Good Thing Going
Not A Day Goes By - Act 2
Opening Doors
Our Time
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