Following the triumph of Old Friends at the 2023 WhatsOnStage Awards where it won the Best Theatre Event Award, and the unforgettable all-star gala performance to celebrate the life and work of the great Stephen Sondheim at the theatre named after him in May 2022, Stephen Sondheim's Old Friends, devised and produced by Cameron Mackintosh, will open for 16 weeks only from 16 September 2023 - 6 January 2024 at the Gielgud Theatre with many of that Gala cast.
Old Friends all-star cast will again include Bernadette Peters who is appearing in a West End run for the first time in her legendary career and Lea Salonga who is appearing for the first time in 27 years. Co-stars include several of the fabulous Gala company, including Christine Allado, Janie Dee, Bonnie Langford and Jeremy Secomb, joining them will be Beatrice Penny-Touré, Joanna Riding, and Jac Yarrow with further exciting casting to be announced soon.
The thrilling, joyously staged Gala of Stephen Sondheim’s Old Friends sold out within a couple of hours last year leaving thousands of disappointed fans unable to get tickets, so a simultaneous screening took place at the Prince Edward Theatre. Now by popular demand, audiences will have another chance to see the never to be forgotten and one of the most talked about theatrical events of the year.
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Christine Allado, known for her roles in Hamilton and In The Heights, brought her versatile talent to the stage in Stephen Sondheim’s Old Friends. more...
Janie Dee, an acclaimed English actress and singer, brought her award-winning talent to the stage in Stephen Sondheim's Old Friends, having previously garnered accolades such as the Olivier Award for her roles in both plays and musicals, including her memorable performances in Comic Potential and Carousel. more...
Damian Humbley, known for his notable performances in Stephen Sondheim musicals such as "Company" and "Merrily We Roll Along," brought his talents to the role of Charley Kringas in the Harold Pinter Theatre's 2013 filmed production of "Merrily We Roll Along." more...
Bradley Jaden, known for his role as Javert in the final cast of the original production of Les Misérables at the Queen’s Theatre, now the Sondheim Theatre, has also showcased his talents in various other productions including Wicked and South Pacific in Concert. more...
Bonnie Langford, renowned for her versatile career spanning TV, film, and stage, brought her extensive experience from iconic roles in Doctor Who and EastEnders to the cast of Stephen Sondheim’s Old Friends. more...
Jason Pennycooke, who has been nominated for multiple Olivier Awards for his roles in productions such as *Hamilton* and *Memphis: The Musical*, was part of the cast of Stephen Sondheim’s *Old Friends*. more...
Bernadette Peters, widely regarded as the foremost interpreter of Stephen Sondheim's works, brought her legendary talent to the stage in *Stephen Sondheim’s Old Friends*. more...
Joanna Riding, a two-time Olivier Award winner, performed in the concert "Sondheim in Reverse" in 2010 as part of Stephen Sondheim's 80th birthday celebrations, showcasing her extensive experience with Sondheim's works. more...
Lea Salonga, an award-winning actress and singer renowned for her powerful voice, was a standout performer in Stephen Sondheim's Old Friends, adding to her illustrious career that includes a Tony Award for Miss Saigon and roles in Les Misérables and Once on This Island. more...
Jeremy Secomb, known for his extensive work in the West End, including roles in "Lend Me a Tenor the Musical" and "Priscilla Queen of the Desert the Musical," was part of the cast in Stephen Sondheim’s "Old Friends," showcasing his versatile talent in musical theatre. more...
Jac Yarrow, who made a sensational professional stage debut as Joseph in Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, brought his outstanding talent to Stephen Sondheim’s Old Friends, further solidifying his place among the new generation of theatre stars. more...
Stephen Sondheim’s Old Friends FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Stephen Sondheim’s Old Friends opened at the Gielgud Theatre on Thursday Sep 21, 2023 and has now been running for 3 months.
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