With their production of Little Women, adapted for the stage by Anne-Marie Casey, currently in rehearsals, York Theatre Royal today announces a brand-new collaboration with Wise Children on North by Northwest, adapted and directed by Wise Children’s Artistic Director Emma Rice. Co-produced with HOME Manchester and Liverpool Everyman & Playhouse, the production opens at York Theatre Royal on 26 March, with previews from the 18 March, and runs at the venue until 05 April before embarking on a UK tour.
Highlights of the visiting programme include Apphia Campbell’s Black is the Colour of my Voice, inspired by the life of Nina Simone, and featuring many of her most loved songs; and two productions from English Touring Opera, The Capulets and The Montagues, and Shakespeare’s Songs.
CEO Paul Crewes said today, “We are enjoying working with Wise Children on our upcoming production of North by Northwest which will have its world premiere right here in York. Emma Rice’s adaptation of this classic Hitchcock thriller will be a real treat for audiences.
“We are also very proud to present our own production of Little Women, adapted by Anne Marie Casey, that is in the final stages of rehearsals, as well as our family pantomime Aladdin with a cast of many York favourites.
“We welcome some brilliant visiting companies in 2024/25 with a wonderfully eclectic programme including opera, dance, music and drama. Book your tickets!!”
Members Priority Booking – opens at 1pm on 11 September with members receiving 10% discount on Main House shows; with public on sale at 1pm on 16 September.
Further programming for the new season will be announced shortly.
