Hannah Dodd and Rob Madge to star in 'Cabaret' in the West End
Hannah Dodd is best known for playing Francesca Bridgerton in the hit Netflix series, while Madge (My Son’s a Queer (But What Can You Do?) ) is a seasoned stage performer.
Bridgerton star Hannah Dodd and Olivier Award nominee Rob Madge will star as the next Sally Bowles and The Emcee in Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club in the West End. They join the show from 29 May.
Dodd, who makes her West End debut in Cabaret, is best known for playing Francesca Bridgerton in the hit Netflix series and is currently filming season four, while Madge is a seasoned stage performer, having recently starred in the London Palladium's Christmas pantomime. Their one-person show My Son’s a Queer (But What Can You Do?) had sell-out runs at the Turbine Theatre, Edinburgh Festival, before heading to the West End.
The pair join Daniel Bowerbank as Clifford Bradshaw, Vivien Parry as Fraulein Schneider, Fenton Gray as Herr Schultz, Fred Haig as Ernst Ludwig, and Jessica Kirton as Fraulein Kost/Fritzie.
The cast is completed by Xenoa Campbell-Ledgister, Sam Darius, Damon Gould Adrian Grove, El Haq Latief, Justin-Lee Jones, Ela Lisondra, Hícaro Nicolai, Andy Rees Alexandra Regan, Marina Tavolieri, Ben Simon Wilson, Anne-Marie Wojna, Patrick Wilden, and Lucy Young.
Rob Madge and Hannah Dodd’s final performance will be Saturday 20 September 2025.
Rebecca Frecknall's production of Cabaret opened in the West End in 2021. John Kander, Fred Ebb, and Joe Masteroff's musical has set and costume design by Tom Scutt, choreography by Julia Cheng, musical supervision by Jennifer Whyte, musical direction by Ben van Tienen, lighting design by Isabella Byrd, sound design by Nick Lidster, wigs and hair design by Sam Cox, and make-up design by Guy Common.
Currently leading the show are Billy Porter as The Emcee and Marisha Wallace as Sally Bowles. They continue in the show until 24 May 2025.
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Photo credit: Hannah Dodd and Rob Madge. (Photos courtesy of production)
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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