Complete cast announced for 'Wendy and Peter Pan' at the Barbican
Ella Hickson's adaptation of JM Barrie's classic novel follows Wendy as she embarks on an adventure with Peter Pan, fairy Tink, Tiger Lily, and the Lost Boys.
The full cast has been revealed for The Royal Shakespeare Company's production of Wendy and Peter Pan, which opens at the Barbican in London on 21 October. Performances will run at the venue through 22 November.
Joining the previously announced Toby Stephens as Captain Hook/Mr Darling, will be Lolita Chakrabarti as Mrs Darling, Daniel Krikler as Peter Pan, Charlotte Mills as Tink and Hannah Saxby as Wendy.
The full cast includes Joe Anthony as Shadow, James Berkery as Shadow, Kazmin Borrer as Shadow, Lili-Evangeline Bryden as Shadow, Harrison Claxton as Shadow/Doctor/Crocodile, Christopher Jeffers as Peter’s Shadow, Joe Hewetson as Martin the Cabin Boy, Scott Karim as Smee, Alexander Kranz as Shadow, and Max Lauder as Slightly.
Completing the cast are Meg Matthews as Swing Shadow, Kwaku Mills as Michael Darling, Alexander Molony as Tom Darling, Kyle Ndukuba as Tootles, Guy Rhys as Doc Swain, Hadley Smith as Knock Bone Jones, John Sodiq Akanmu as Skylights/Swing Shadow, Ami Tredrea as Tiger Lily, Marcello Walton as Murt the Bat, Fred Woodley Evans as John Darling, and Tom Xander as Curly.
The full creative team comprises director Jonathan Munby, set and costume designer Colin Richmond, choreographer Lucy Hind, composer Shuhei Kamimura, sound designer Christopher Shutt, lighting designer Oliver Fenwick, video designer Taiki Ueda, and fight director Terry King.
Ella Hickson's adaptation of JM Barrie's classic novel follows Wendy as she embarks on an adventure with Peter Pan, fairy Tink, Tiger Lily, and the Lost Boys.
Munby said: “I am delighted to return to Neverland with Ella Hickson’s remarkable Wendy and Peter Pan. Bringing this production to the Barbican with such an exceptional company is both a privilege and an enormous creative joy. We have assembled an extraordinarily talented and diverse group of artists, each of whom will bring their own imagination, skill and courage to meet the challenges of this ambitious piece. Wendy and Peter Pan demands emotional truth, physical daring and a strong sense of ensemble, and I could not wish to embark on this journey with finer collaborators.”
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Photo credit: cast and creative team of Wendy and Peter Pan. (Photo by Ellie Kurttz)
Frequently asked questions
What is Wendy & Peter Pan about?
Fly away to Neverland in this smashingly witty retelling of Peter Pan by Ella Hickson (Oedipus, Adult Children). This magical production is directed by Jonathan Munby (King Lear, A Number) and stars Toby Stephens (Oslo, Hamlet) as the formidable Captain Hook.
Where is Wendy & Peter Pan playing?
Wendy & Peter Pan is playing at Barbican Centre. The theatre is located at Silk Street, London, EC2Y 8DS.
How long is Wendy & Peter Pan?
The running time of Wendy & Peter Pan is 2hr 45min. Incl. 1 interval.
How do you book tickets for Wendy & Peter Pan?
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What's the age requirement for Wendy & Peter Pan?
The recommended age for Wendy & Peter Pan is Ages 7+..
Who wrote Wendy & Peter Pan?
Ella Hickson is the playwright.
Who directed Wendy & Peter Pan?
Jonathon Munby stages the show.
Is Wendy & Peter Pan appropriate for kids?
This magical performance is great for families and is best for children ages 7 and above.
Is Wendy & Peter Pan good?
Wendy & Peter Pan is a brilliant reimagining of the timeless Peter Pan. This production expertly centers Wendy Darling as she embarks on a challenging yet magnificent journey. It boasts an excellent cast, including Toby Stephens (Oslo, Hamlet) as Captain Hook, in collaboration with an incredible creative team that has worked together to bring this childhood classic to life on stage.
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