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Discover French village charm with Schwartz's timeless melodies
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About The Baker's Wife

Be transported to a 1935 provincial French village in the cult classic musical, The Baker's Wife, by Stephen Schwartz (Godspell, Wicked) and Joseph Stein (Fiddler On The Roof). Book The Baker's Wife tickets on London Theatre.

The Baker's Wife in London stars WhatsOnStage award-winning actress Lucie Jones (Wicked, Waitress) as Genevieve and Olivier award-winning actor Clive Rowe (Sister Act, Guys and Dolls) as Aimable. Also included in the talented cast are Josefina Gabrielle (Oklahoma!) as Denise, Mark Extance (Don Juan in Soho) as The Teacher, Jack Gardner (Harry Potter and the Cursed Child) as Philippe, Michael Matus (King Lear) as the Marquis, and Robyn Rose (Tammy Faye) as Niece.

Together, the stellar cast tells the tale of a rural French village in disarray after not having a baker for seven weeks. When a new baker and his young wife come to town, the problem seems to finally be solved until the baker's wife is lured away by a handsome young man, causing the baker to stop working. The villagers must work together to bring the baker and his wife back together.

The Baker's Wife is a musical based on Marcel Pagnol and Jean Giono's 1938 film, La Femme du Boulanger. The show opened in the West End in 1989 for a 56-show run, earning an Olivier Award nomination for Musical of the Year. The musical has since been staged a variety of times, but this is the first major UK revival since its West End premiere.

This musical has an extraordinary creative team, including director Gordon Greenberg (Guys and Dolls, Barnum), Olivier-winning choreographer Matt Cole (Newsies), Olivier-nominated designer Paul Farnsworth (Passion), and Olivier-nominated lighting designer Paul Anderson (The Master and Margarita).

Run time

2hr 30min. Incl. 1 interval.

Start date

6th July, 2024

End date

14th September, 2024

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65 Reviews

Nisha 4244

9 Reviews | 0 Followers
100%
Great Acting, Great Singing, Great Staging

See it if you want to be transported to France

Don’t see it if you want a more typical musical

Anthea

90%
Delightful, Entertaining

See it if Very ingenious set, audience felt part of the show. Some excellent vocal performances, well worth going to see this.

Don’t see it if Nothing to add here

Modi

Modi

32 Reviews | 2 Followers
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Entertaining, Funny, Great Singing, Refreshing

See it if You want to enjoy great singing and immersive musical that will take you to small village in France.

Don’t see it if You don't like small theater musicals.

Tim Bowen

90%
Clever, Delightful, Entertaining, Special

See it if Excellent performances all round with very talented ensemble and lead actors. Excellent musical theatre in an intimate studio theatre.

Don’t see it if You want a plot with greater depth.

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Our Review

'The Baker's Wife' review – this charming slice-of-life musical serves up a detailed portrait of community

4 of 5
18 Jul 2024, 08:55
Read our review of The Baker's Wife, starring Lucie Jones and Clive Rowe, now in performances at the Menier Chocolate Factory to 14 September.

Stars on stage

The Baker's Wife cast and creative team

Director: Gordon Greenberg
Musical Director: Dustin Conrad
Music Supervisor: Stuart Morley
Set & Costume Designer: Paul Farnsworth
Lighting Design: Paul Anderson
Sound Design: Yvonne Gilbert
Choreography: Matt Cole
Cast list: Bobbie Chambers, Mark Extance, Josefina Gabrielle, Jack Gardner, Sutara Gayle, Hana Ichijo, Lucie Jones, Bart Lambert, Michael Matus, Norman Pace, David Pendlebury, Robyn Rose, Clive Rowe, David Seadon-Young, Matthew Seadon-Young, Liam Tamne, Joaquin Pedro Valdez, Annabelle Williams & Finty Williams

Venue

53 Southwark Street, London, United Kingdom, SE1 1RU

Directions

Location: Fringe/Off West End
Railway station: London Bridge
Bus numbers: (Southwark St) RV1, 343, 381; (Southwark Bridge Rd) 344; (Borough High St) 21, 35, 40, 133
Night bus numbers: (Southwark St) 381, N343; (Southwark Bridge Rd) 344; (Borough High St) N21, N35, N133
Car park: Union Car Park on Southwark Street (1min)
Directions from tube: (10 mins) Head towards Borough High Street; cross the street and take Union Street. Turn right at O’Meara Street and the theatre will be at the end.

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Show schedule

Day of weekMatineeEvening
Monday--
Tuesday-7:30 PM
Wednesday-7:30 PM
Thursday-7:30 PM
Friday-7:30 PM
Saturday3:00 PM7:30 PM
Sunday3:00 PM-

Frequently asked questions

What is The Baker's Wife about?

The Baker’s Wife returns to the London stage, starring Lucie Jones (Wicked, Waitress) and Clive Rowe (Sister Act, Guys and Dolls). This musical, based on the 1938 French film of the same name, has gained a cult following of dedicated fans.

How long is The Baker's Wife?

The running time of The Baker's Wife is 2hr 30min. Incl. 1 interval.

Where is The Baker's Wife playing?

The Baker's Wife is playing at Menier Chocolate Factory. The theatre is located at 53 Southwark Street, London, SE1 1RU.

How do you book tickets for The Baker's Wife?

Book tickets for The Baker's Wife on London Theatre.

How much do tickets cost for The Baker's Wife?

Tickets for The Baker's Wife start at £25.

Who wrote The Baker’s Wife?

Stephen Schwartz is the composer and lyricist, and Joseph Stein is the playwright.

Who directed The Baker’s Wife?

Gordon Greenberg (Guys and Dolls, Barnum) stages the show.

What songs are in The Baker’s Wife?

The musical has many songs, including Meadowlark, Gifts of Love, and Chanson.

Is The Baker’s Wife appropriate for kids?

This is a great family-friendly musical, with no age guidelines. However, it is important to note that some themes relate to adult relationships and infidelity which may not be understood by young children.

Is The Baker’s Wife good?

The Baker’s Wife is a fantastic musical based on the 1938 French film of the same name. The musical has gained a cult following over the years and earned an Olivier Award nomination when it first premiered. Now back with its first major UK revival, this show boasts an exceptional award-winning cast, including Lucie Jones (Wicked, Waitress) and Clive Rowe (Sister Act).

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