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Mrs Henderson Presents

Closed June 18, 2016

"A shot in the arm for the British musical... a defiantly patriotic piece with a delightful score, rousing ensemble and first-rate performances."

The Guardian

Why See Mrs Henderson Presents?

Musicals

WE NEVER CLOSE

In the wake of the recent tradition of turning beloved Brit-flicks into musicals, here comes a surefire knockout! The true story of London's Windmill Theatre and how it managed to attract baying crowds throughout the Blitz due to the tireless efforts of the titular Mrs Henderson, her showbiz impresario Vivian Van Damm and just a sprinkling of good old fashioned titillation. After receiving raves in Bath, the production, starring Tracie Bennett and Ian Bartholomew opens at the Noel Coward Theatre February 2016.

The show must go on!

Recently widowed and in control of a large fortune and seemingly listless retirement, 70-year-old Laura Henderson decides to take on a project far more taxing than needlework or the WI.When the run-down Windmill Theatre catches her eye, she sets out to make it great again, hiring the fiery Vivian Van Damm, a showbiz manager to help her. Though they spend most of their time clashing, the Windmill soon turns into one of Soho's hottest night spots, with a never ending vaudeville revue to bring in eager audiences.

As the War looms, their good luck appears to be running low with customers abandoning them in favour of Anderson shelters to protect them from the Luftwaffe's torment. But then inspiration strikes! A glamorous tableaux of still, nude showgirls - like the Moulin Rouge - puts them on top again, and the theatre's underground location becomes the perfect refuge from the Blitz for men and women alike! Prompting them to take on the slogan 'We Never Close' and provide entertainment for thousands against the backdrop of a bitter war.

With a book from Terry Johnson and raucous songs from Don Black, George Fenton and Simon Chamberlin, Mrs Henderson Presents has been hailed as the perfect British musical, the tale of plucky eccentrics and their never swaying commitment to their community!

Did you know?

Why statue still you say? After petitioning The Lord Chamberlin to allow nudity in their production, he relented, but only on the understanding that the dancers remain utterly still so it could be considered art and therefore no more salacious than a statue in a museum! Hmm...

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Dates

Previews from: 9 February 2016

Opening night: 16 February 2016

MASKS

You may be required to wear a mask during this performance. Please contact the venue directly for more information.

Cast and Creative

Cast

Tracie Bennett as Mrs Henderson
Ian Bartholomew as Vivian Van Damm
Emma Williams
Jamie Foreman
Robert Hands
Matthew Malthouse
Samuel Holmes
Katie Bernstein
Lizzie Connolly
Lauren Hood
Liz Ewing
Sarah Bakker
Andrew Bryant
Rhiannon Chesterman
Alexander Delamere
Emily Goodenough
Victoria Hay
Oliver Jackson
Ian Gareth Jones
Katrina Kleve
Lauren Logan
Tania Newton
Sam O’Rourke
Neil Stewart
Dickie Wood,

Creative

Book and Direction by Terry Johnson
Lyrics by Don Black
music by George Fenton and Simon Chamberlain
Based on the original screenplay by Martin Sherman

Choreography by Andrew Wright
Design by Tim Shortall
Sound by Gareth Owen
Costumes by Paul Wills
Lighting by Ben Ormerod

Awards

2016 Olivier Nomination

Best Actress in a Supporting Role in a Musical
Best Actor in a Musical
Best Actress in a Musical
MasterCard Best New Musical

What we thought

inspiring Courageous BEAUTIFUL

I salute the actors and their complete professionalism!

A rollicking musical romp with a large helping of good old British gumption!

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