Stagescreen, the award-winning specialist theatre capture production and distribution company, announce a groundbreaking partnership with Runaway Entertainment. Together, they will bring ‘Girl From The North Country’ to cinema screens across the globe this autumn. The film was produced by Totally Theatre Productions, led by Gavin Kalin, with Tim van Someren serving as director of the film.
This poignant musical, which originated at The Old Vic in London, weaves a tapestry of love, loss, and redemption against the backdrop of Depression-era Minnesota and was hailed by the Observer as the ‘No. 1 theatre show of the year’. The soulful songs, composed by the legendary Bob Dylan with Tony Award-winning orchestrations by Simon Hale, resonate with universal themes of hope and longing. Conor McPherson’s masterful direction of his own musical play brings the characters’ struggles to life, capturing the raw beauty of their intertwined destinies. Casting for the show’s run on Broadway included Emmy Award-winner Mare Winningham and Jeannette Bayardelle, both Tony-nominated for their performances, as well as Todd Almond, Colin Bates, Craig Bierko, Caitlin Houlahan, Robert Joy, Luba Mason, Matt McGrath, Tom Nelis, Jay O. Sanders, Austin Scott, Kimber Elayne Sprawl, and more.
Described as being “as close as mortals come to heaven on earth” (The New York Times), Girl From The North Country was filmed at the Belasco Theatre on Broadway and is a singular and rousing experience.
Stagescreen’s team has been filming major stage events for 25 years, winning a slew of awards, including 3 Emmys, working with companies from the NT and RSC to West End and Broadway producers and stars from Ian McKellen and Judi Dench to Hugh Jackman, and distributing to cinema, TV, VOD and other media worldwide. Normally it funds, films and distributes – a one-stop shop.
Chris Hunt (Stagescreen) says – ‘Conor McPherson and the Runaway Entertainment team have crafted a remarkable production. Their attention to detail and artistic vision shine through. We’re honoured to be playing our part to ensure this fine musical reaches its widest audience.’
About Runaway Entertainment: Runaway Entertainment is an award-winning theatre and film company, founded in 2011 by Tristan Baker and Charlie Parsons. It currently produces 2:22 A Ghost Story in the West End and on Tour, 101 Dalmatians the Musical on a UK and Ireland Tour and the US National Tour of Girl From The North Country. Recent productions include Girl From The North Country (West End and Broadway); 2:22 A Ghost Story (a record-breaking 6 different West End theatres); Olivier Award-winning Disney’s Newsies (Troubadour Wembley Park Theatre); The Windsors: Endgame (West End).
Tristan Baker (Runaway Entertainment) says – ‘Chris and Stagescreen are renowned for their expertise in bringing the magic of live theatre to screen audiences. Their commitment to quality and seamless distribution is unmatched. Together, we’ll create an unforgettable experience for cinemagoers.’
UK Cinema Screenings: UK cinemas on Thursday, November 21, 2024, and Sunday, November 24, 2024.
