Michael Ahomka-Lindsay to star in 'Cabaret' at the Kit Kat Club
Ahomka-Lindsay has appeared as Jack Kelly in Newsies at Troubadour Wembley Park Theatre and as Emmett Forrest in Legally Blonde at Regent's Park Open Air Theatre.
Michael Ahomka-Lindsay is set to join the cast of Cabaret at London's Kit Kat Club as Clifford Bradshaw. He will begin performances from 11 March.
The Newsies and Legally Blonde star takes over the role from Nathan Ives-Moiba, whose final performance will be tomorrow (27 January). The role will be played by Taite-Elliot Drew between 29 January and 9 March.
Ahomka-Lindsay joins Beverley Klein as Fraulein Schneider, Teddy Kempner as Herr Schultz, Wilf Scolding as Ernst Ludwig, and Jessica Kirton as Fraulein Kost/Fritzie. Nic Myers plays the role of Sally Bowles once a week. Casting for Emcee and Sally Bowles from 11 March 2024 is yet to be announced.
The show is directed by Rebecca Frecknall, with set and costume design by Tom Scutt and choreography by Julia Cheng. The rest of the creative team includes Jennifer Whyte (musical supervision), Ben Ferguson (musical direction), Isabella Byrd (lighting design), and Nick Lidster (sound design).
A Broadway production with Eddie Redmayne and Gayle Rankin is also in the works, opening in April.
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Photo credit: Michael Ahomka-Lindsay. (Photo 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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