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Sunny Afternoon Revival 2014

Opened: October 4, 2014
Closing: October 29, 2016

Sunny Afternoon - 2014 West End History , Info & More

Following a sold-out run at Hampstead Theatre, the critically acclaimed production of Sunny Afternoon transfers to the West End's Harold Pinter Theatre.

The Kinks exploded onto the 60's music scene with a raw, energetic new sound that rocked a nation. But how did that happen, where exactly did they come from and what happened next?

With Music and Lyrics by Ray Davies, a new Book by Joe Penhall and Direction by Edward Hall, Sunny Afternoon depicts the rise to stardom of The Kinks. Set against the back-drop of a Britain caught mid-swing between the conservative 50s and riotous 60s, this production explores the euphoric highs and agonising lows of one of Britain's most iconic bands and the irresistible music that influenced generations.

This "exhilarating, hugely enjoyable new musical" (Financial Times) features many of the bands hits, including: You Really Got Me, Waterloo Sunset, Dedicated Follower of Fashion, All Day All of the Night, Lola, Sunny Afternoon and many more.


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Full Cast Announced for the National Tour of SUNNY AFTERNOON
by BWW News Desk - November 18, 2016


As the West End multi Olivier award-winning hit musical continues to excite audiences in the West End, Sonia Friedman Productions and Ambassador Theatre Group are delighted to announce the full cast for the national tour of SUNNY AFTERNOON.

SUNNY AFTERNOON to Set in the West End This Autumn
by BWW News Desk - October 29, 2016


After almost 900 performances in London, and having been seen by over half a million people, audiences have just one month left to catch the multi-Olivier award-winning hit British musical, SUNNY AFTERNOON. The production will conclude its West End run on 29 October this year, after more than two years at the Harold Pinter Theatre.

SUNNY AFTERNOON to Set in the West End This Autumn
by BWW News Desk - October 4, 2016


After almost 900 performances in London, and having been seen by over half a million people, audiences have just one month left to catch the multi-Olivier award-winning hit British musical, SUNNY AFTERNOON. The production will conclude its West End run on 29 October this year, after more than two years at the Harold Pinter Theatre.

Photo Flash: Meet the SUNNY AFTERNOON Tour Cast; Full Company Announced!
by BWW News Desk - July 19, 2016


As the West End multi Olivier award-winning hit musical continues to excite audiences in the West End, Sonia Friedman Productions and Ambassador Theatre Group are delighted to announce the full cast for the national tour of SUNNY AFTERNOON. Scroll down to meet the stars!

SUNNY AFTERNOON to Conclude West End Run This Autumn
by Tyler Peterson - June 16, 2016


The multi-Olivier award-winning hit British musical SUNNY AFTERNOON will conclude its London run at the end of its current booking period on 29 October this year, after more than two years in the West End.

West End's SUNNY AFTERNOON Now Booking Into October 2016
by Tyler Peterson - May 20, 2016


Due to public demand, the multi-Olivier award-winning hit British musical SUNNY AFTERNOON has announced another extension to its West End run, until 29 October 2016. The extension will take the show's West End run past the two year mark.

West End's SUNNY AFTERNOON to Welcome New Cast
by Tyler Peterson - August 21, 2015


The multi-Olivier Award-winning hit British musical SUNNY AFTERNOON, which tells the story of the rise to fame of The Kinks, has announced the actors taking over from its award-winning original cast.

SUNNY AFTERNOON Extends Booking Period
by Tyler Peterson - July 10, 2015


The multi-Olivier Award-winning hit British musical SUNNY AFTERNOON, which tells the story of the rise to fame of The Kinks, has extended its booking period by six months, now on sale until 16 April 2016.

West End's SUNNY AFTERNOON Performs Tonight at London Music Awards
by BWW News Desk - June 11, 2015


The cast of the multi-award winning British musical SUNNY AFTERNOON will perform live tonight 11 June, at the London Music Awards at the Roundhouse in Camden. The Awards are organized by the Mayor's Music Fund and other performers will include Laura Doggett, Ibibio Sound Machine and Belle Chen.

Jason Baughan and Jo Servi to Join West End's SUNNY AFTERNOON This Weekend
by BWW News Desk - April 2, 2015


New hit British musical SUNNY AFTERNOON today announced new members of the cast to start from April 6 2015. Originating cast members will be joined by Jason Baughan in the role of Eddie Kassner and Jo Servi as Gregory Piven.

BWW Reviews: SUNNY AFTERNOON, Harold Pinter Theatre, October 25 2014
by Laura Jones - October 29, 2014


Having missed the opportunity to see Sunny Afternoon during its run at the Hampstead Theatre, I was thrilled (and not at all surprised) when it was announced earlier this year that it would be transferring to the West End. The biographical show detailing the history of Ray Davies and The Kinks, is different in that alongside all of the hit songs we all know and love, it takes us through all of the personal and professional tribulations the band went through during their rise to fame in the 1960s.

Photo Coverage: West End's SUNNY AFTERNOON Opens Tonight
by Roy Tan - October 28, 2014


The critically acclaimed new musical, Sunny Afternoon tells the story of the early life of Ray Davies and the rise to stardom of The Kinks and began previews at the Harold Pinter Theatre on 4 October 2014 with press night tonight 28 October 2014. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!

SUNNY AFTERNOON Now Booking into May 2015
by Tyler Peterson - October 27, 2014


Sunny Afternoon, the critically acclaimed new musical which tells the story of the early life of Ray Davies and the rise to stardom of The Kinks, has extended its run for a second time until 23 May 2015, at the Harold Pinter Theatre.

Photo Coverage: First Look at West End's SUNNY AFTERNOON
by Roy Tan - October 24, 2014


The critically acclaimed new musical, Sunny Afternoon tells the story of the early life of Ray Davies and the rise to stardom of The Kinks and began previews at the Harold Pinter Theatre on 4 October 2014 with press night on 28 October 2014. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!

BWW Interviews: George Maguire of SUNNY AFTERNOON!
by Carrie Dunn - October 17, 2014


We talk to George Maguire about playing Dave Davies of the Kinks in 'Sunny Afternoon' as it transfers from Hampstead to the West End, and what it's like working with the legendary Ray Davies...

TV: In Rehearsal with the Cast of SUNNY AFTERNOON!
by Nicole Rosky - October 1, 2014


The critically acclaimed new musical, Sunny Afternoon tells the story of the early life of Ray Davies and the rise to stardom of The Kinks and begins previews at the Harold Pinter Theatre on 4 October 2014 with press night on 28 October 2014. Following a sold-out run at Hampstead Theatre, this world premiere production, with music and lyrics by Ray Davies, new book by Joe Penhall, original story by Ray Davies, direction by Edward Hall, design by Miriam Buether and choreography by Adam Cooper, will open on 28 October. Lighting is by Rick Fisher, sound by Matt McKenzie and the Musical Supervisor and Musical Director is Elliott Ware.

Photo Coverage: SUNNY AFTERNOON In Rehearsal!
by Carrie Dunn - October 1, 2014


Sunny Afternoon tells the story of the early life of Ray Davies and the rise to stardom of The Kinks and begins previews at the Harold Pinter Theatre on 4 October 2014 with press night on 28 October 2014.

TV: Watch Sneak Peek of SUNNY AFTERNOON- Previews Begin October 4
by TV - Press Previews - September 26, 2014


Sunny Afternoon, the critically acclaimed new musical which tells the story of the early life of Ray Davies and the rise to stardom of The Kinks, has extended its run until 31 January 2015. The show begins previews at the Harold Pinter Theatre on 4 October 2014. BroadwayWorld brings you a sneak peek below!

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