KINKY BOOTS – The Musical, marking 10 years since the musicals debut

The new production, which will be directed byTim Jackson, will run atNew Wolsey Theatre, Ipswich from1 24 SeptemberandQueens Theatre Hornchurchfrom28 September 22 October

Based on the Miramax motion picture, the musical adaptation features a Tony-Award nominated book byHarvey Fiersteinand Tony and Grammy award-winning music and lyrics byCyndi Lauper.

Charlie Price has reluctantly inherited a struggling shoe business from his ‎dad, which he’s desperate to save. He unexpectedly bumps into a larger than life drag queen Lola, who’s looking for some sturdy stilettos. They think they’ve nothing in common, but as the unlikely pair ruffle a few feathers, designing some fabulous footwear for the factory floor, perhaps they do…

The new production seesTim Jacksonreunite with the two theatres, having previously choregraphed their celebrated revival ofMade in Dagenham.Tim Jacksonhas also previously worked with theNew Wolsey Theatreas director and dramaturg of The Stage Debut Award-winning co-production ofThe Season(Royal and Derngate, New Wolsey).

The full cast announced are: Jay Anderson as Angel, Will Arundell (he/him, Queen of the Mist) as Harry/Bailey/Onstage Musical Director, Matt Corner (he/him, The Last Ship) as Charlie, Aruhan Galieva (she/her, Doctor Who) as Lauren, Keanu Adolphus Johnson (he/him, Never Lost At Home) as Lola, Josephine Lloyd-Welcome (she/her, Goldies Oldies) as Georgie, George Lynham (he/she/they) as Angel, Roddy Lynch (he/him) as Don, Cavan Malone (they/them) as Angel, Tim Parker (he/him, Once) as Mr Price, Anna Soden (she/her, Five Children And It) as Nicola, Lucy Elizabeth Thorburn (she/her) as Pat and Hiromi Toyooka (she/her) as Angel. Casting for Young Lola and Young Charlie will be announced at a later date.

The full creative team are: Daniel Denton (Misty) as Video Designer, Tony Gayle (Get Up, Stand Up! The Bob Marley Musical) as Sound Designer, Crystal Hantig as Choreographer, Charlie Ingles (Anyone Can Whistle) as Musical Supervisor & Arranger, Tim Jackson (The Season) as Director, Jamie Platt (The Last Five Years) as Lighting Designer, Amanda Stoodley (Bloody Elle) as Set & Costume Designer and Molly Wilsher as Assistant Director.

Tim Jacksonsaid of the new production,I am thrilled to be collaborating with this incredible bunch of super-humans, within the acting company and the creative team alike. The casting process has been a real joy – we’ve met such talentedfolk and roared with laughter every day. Person after person has shared in their connection to the show and its wonderful characters, and I am thrilled to have found an ensemble of exceptional performers who all lead with kindness and heart. Each actor is bringing something special and individual to our rehearsal room, and thereis a powerful collective desire to make this new production a beautiful celebration of self-love, individuality and acceptance. With a cast of 13, we can revel in the intimacy of the 2005 film on which the musical is based, and allow our audiences to really feel part of the factory community. And at times when we really need to letrip, weve got a company that can bring a spectacular, explosive, contemporary energy. Audiences should expect stellar actor-musicianship, killer vocals and dazzling, high-octane (high-heeled!) dancing, all packaged within a funny, empowering and heartwarming story.

There will be British Sign Language, Audio Described and Captioned performances available at both theatres. Tickets are now on sale via each venues respective websites and box offices.