Aimee Lou Wood and John McCrea to join ‘Cabaret’ West End cast
The pair will play Sally Bowles and the Emcee in the Olivier Award-winning revival.
Willkommen, bienvenue, welcome... to the new Cabaret cast. Aimee Lou Wood, John McCrea, and Nathan Ives-Moiba will join Cabaret in the West End for performances from 13 February through 27 May. Book Cabaret tickets on London Theatre.
The BAFTA-winning actress Aimee Lou Wood is best known for playing Aimee Gibbs in Sex Education on Netflix. In 2020, she made her West End debut in Uncle Vanya at the Harold Pinter Theatre.
“I’ve wanted to be Sally Bowles since I was around 10 so this is really special. I’m unbelievably excited and having the greatest time in rehearsals. The production is so wonderful and I feel honoured to be stepping into this beautiful team of people!” said Wood.
John McCrea returns to the West End for the first time since originating the role of Jamie New in Everybody’s Talking About Jamie. “I’m thrilled to be taking on the iconic role of the Emcee in this ground-breaking production of Cabaret. It’s an absolute honour to be joining this amazing company of artists,” said McCrea.
Nathan Ives-Moiba takes over the role of Cliff Bradshaw. The cast also includes Vivien Parry as Fraulein Schneider, Richard Katz as Herr Schultz, Danny Mahoney as Ernst Ludwig and Michelle Bishop as Fraulein Kost.
Callum Scott Howells and Madeline Brewer will depart as the Emcee and Sally Bowles on 28 January. Sid Sagar will play his final Cabaret performance as Cliff Bradshaw on 11 February.
Set in early 1930s Berlin, Cabaret centres around the Kit Kat Club, notably American writer Cliff Bradshaw and singer Sally Bowles. The Kander and Ebb musical includes songs such as "Mein Herr," "Maybe This Time," and "Money."
Rebecca Frecknall directs Cabaret. The show features scenic and costume design by Tom Scutt, choreography by Julia Cheng, lighting design by Isabella Byrd and sound design by Nick Lidster.
See the cast in rehearsals below.
Who is in Cabaret in London?
Aimee Lou Wood and John McCrea will star in Cabaret in London. The pair begin performances in Cabaret on 13 February 2023. Previous cast members include Eddie Redmayne, Jessie Buckley, Fra Fee, and Amy Lennox.
Cabaret is at the Kit Kat Club.
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Photo credit: Aimee Lou Wood and John McCrea (Photos courtesy of production, and by Kit Kat Club respectively)
Frequently asked questions
What is Cabaret about?
What good is sitting alone in your room– get immersed in the Kit Kat Club. This award-winning production transforms the Playhouse Theatre, with strictly limited capacity for a unique, intimate experience. It’s the perfect way to experience this classic story of a cabaret singer at the dawn of Nazi Germany. Book your place with Cabaret tickets today.
Where is Cabaret playing?
Cabaret is playing at Kit Kat Club at the Playhouse Theatre. The theatre is located at Playhouse Theater, Northumberland Ave, London, WC2N 5DE.
How long is Cabaret?
The running time of Cabaret is 2hr 45min. Incl. 1 interval.
What's the age requirement for Cabaret?
The recommended age for Cabaret is Ages 12+. At parent/guardian's discretion..
How do you book tickets for Cabaret?
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What are the songs in Cabaret?
Cabaret features some well-known Kander and Ebb classics, including “Maybe This Time,” “Willkommen,” and “Mein Herr.” Read our complete guide to the songs in Cabaret.
Who wrote Cabaret?
The book for Cabaret was written by Joe Masteroff. John Kander composed the music, and Fred Ebb provided the lyrics.
Who directed Cabaret?
The London revival of Cabaret was directed by Rebecca Frecknall (Streetcar Named Desire, Summer and Smoke), for which she won the Olivier Award for Best Director.
Is Cabaret appropriate for kids?
Cabaret is not suitable for those under the age of 13. This is due to content of a suggestive sexual nature, anti-Semitism, an incidence of domestic violence, and references to abortion.
Is Cabaret good?
This revival reimagines and brings to life the captivating world of the Kit Kat Klub on the London stage. Read our four-star review of Cabaret here.
Is Cabaret immersive?
Cabaret is a highly immersive revival of a Kander and Ebb classic. The Playhouse Theatre’s transformation into the Kit Kat Club is incredible.
When should you arrive at the theatre for Cabaret?
We suggest arriving an hour before your performance time. This is due to pre-show entertainment at the Kit Kat Club before Cabaret begins on the main stage.
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