Cole Porter’s KISS ME, KATE will be filmed at London’s Barbican Theatre and released in cinemas later this year, bringing the magic of this musical to audiences across the UK & internationally. The cinema release date and participating venues will be confirmed soon at KissMeKateCinema.com.
Meanwhile audiences at the Barbican have just two and half weeks left to see the “sizzling summer hit” (Daily Telegraph) KISS ME, KATE, as the smash hit five-star sensation must close on 14 September. The final seats have just been released and are on sale now from KissMeKateMusical.com.
This “showstopper of a musical” (City AM) continues to thrill audiences with its “exhilarating” (The Guardian) performances from multi-award-winning Adrian Dunbar, described by The i as “a revelation” in his musical theatre debut as Fred Graham / Petruchio and Broadway musical superstar and Tony Award winner Stephanie J. Block who “commands the stage and makes every note sing” (Time Out) in her West End debut as Lilli Vanessi / Katharine.
Described by the Daily Mail as “sexy and sassy” with “great songs, hot dancing and smart gags” this dazzling production of KISS ME, KATE has enchanted audiences and critics alike since its premiere this June. With its dazzling choreography, show stopping numbers and star-studded cast delivering unforgettable performances, it’s no wonder that the show has captivated audiences night after night. Now thanks to the decision to film the production, theatre lovers everywhere will have the opportunity to experience the magic of the show.
Filmed live during the final weeks of the show, the release will give cinema audiences the opportunity to experience the joy and spectacle of this Barbican hit. Whether a seasoned theatre goer or new to the world of musicals, this cinematic release promises to deliver the best of both worlds: the intimacy of live performance captured with the clarity and scale of film.
Producer Howard Panter says: “The overwhelming response to KISS ME, KATE has been nothing short of extraordinary. We’re thrilled to be able to bring this production to an even wider audience through the magic of cinema, ensuring that the joy of this very funny musical masterpiece resonates far beyond the stage. We’ll be announcing dates and cinemas later in September – but in the meantime, the Barbican show continues for just over two weeks more.”
The cast also features Charlie Stemp (Crazy For You, Mary Poppins) as Bill Calhoun and rising star Georgina Onuorah (The Wizard of Oz / Oklahoma!) as Lois Lane / Bianca. Hammed Animashaun (A Midsummer Night’s Dream / Black Ops) and Nigel Lindsay (Victoria / Shrek The Musical) are the singing hilarious gangsters and acting legend Peter Davison (Dr Who / All Creatures Great and Small) plays the role of the General.
Director Bartlett Sher (The King and I, South Pacific and To Kill A Mockingbird) has brought together an all-star creative team who have collectively won a remarkable 20 Tony awards between them. The dynamic team includes renowned choreographer Anthony Van Laast, accomplished costume designer Catherine Zuber and leading set designer Michael Yeargan. With music and lyrics by Cole Porter and the original book by Bella & Samuel Spewack, this new production promises a symphony of wit, charm and musical brilliance. Featuring a company of over 50, including a full-scale orchestra, they perform Cole Porter classics such as ‘Another Op’nin’, Another Show’, ‘Brush Up Your Shakespeare’, ‘Tom, Dick or Harry’ and ‘It’s Too Darn Hot’ – KISS ME, KATE is the perfect musical spectacle.
The musical farce which brilliantly showcases Cole Porter’s razor-sharp wit, won Best Musical at the Tony Awards. It’s a sophisticated, ferociously funny, show within a show – which whisks you into a world of backstage chaos and romantic entanglements as a theatre company attempt to put on a production of Shakespeare’s ‘The Taming of the Shrew’. The battle of the sexes takes centre stage as former spouses feud, only to find the off-stage antics rival the drama on-stage. Throw in a number of cases of mistaken identity, confused love, gangsters and a spectacular tap routine and you get…KISS ME, KATE.
