New musical 'Coven' sets cast, creative team at the Kiln Theatre
The show inspired by the Pendle Witch Trials, directed by Olivier Award winner Miranda Cromwell, has also extended its London run through December.
The Kiln Theatre has named the cast and creative team for its new musical Coven, now playing an extended run from 31 October to 20 December. Opening night is 11 November.
The cast includes Allyson Ava-Brown (Nell/Elizabeth), Rachel Barnes (Ensemble), Gabrielle Brooks (Jenet), Shiloh Coke (Frances/Alizon), Rosalind Ford (King James / Ensemble), Penny Layden (Martha/Judge), Holly Mallett (Ensemble), Lauryn Redding (Rose), Kathryn Tindall (Ensemble), Diana Vickers (Edmund/Covell), Jacinta Whyte (Maggie), and Jennifer Whyte (Keys).
The creative team, led by Olivier Award-winning director Miranda Cromwell, includes set and costume designer Jasmine Swan, lighting designer Zeynep Kepekli, sound designer Helen Atkinson, music supervisor Jennifer Whyte, choreographer Shelley Maxwell, puppetry director Laura Cubitt, dramaturg Tom Wright, and voice coach Hazel Holder.
Written by Grammy Award winner Daisy Chute (music and lyrics) and Rebecca Brewer (book, music, and lyrics), Coven is set during the 1612 Pendle Witch Trials, when 9-year-old Jennet accuses her family of witchcraft. Over two decades later, she finds herself accused and imprisoned with other feared witches, whose stories make her question her faith and confront a long history of witchcraft.
Amit Sharma, artistic director and CEO of Kiln Theatre, said: “Coven is unlike anything we’ve staged at Kiln before! With this phenomenal cast on stage along with an incredible creative team, Coven is a real celebration of female-led storytelling, live music, and theatrical magic. We’re so proud to premiere it here with our brilliant producing partners and, with the extension announced too, can’t wait to share it with audiences this autumn!”
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Photo credit: The cast of Coven. (Photos courtesy of production)
Frequently asked questions
What is Coven about?
In the brand-new musical, Coven, be transported back to 1612 to Pendle, where England’s most notorious witch trials are unfolding. Coven is a powerful, women-led musical directed by Olivier Award-winner Miranda Cromwell, telling the story of 13 women rising above all that seeks to silence them.
Where is Coven playing?
Coven is playing at Kiln Theatre. The theatre is located at 269 Kilburn High Road, London, NW6 7JR.
How long is Coven?
The running time of Coven is 2hr 30min. Incl. 1 Interval.
How do you book tickets for Coven?
Book tickets for Coven on London Theatre.
What's the age requirement for Coven?
The recommended age for Coven is Ages 16+..
Who wrote Coven?
The book is by Rebecca Brewer and music and lyrics by Rebecca Brewer and Daisy Chute.
Who directed Coven?
Olivier Award-winner Miranda Cromwell stages the show.
What songs are in Coven?
"She," "Burn Our Bodies," and "Care" are some of the songs in this show.
Is Coven appropriate for kids?
The musical is ideal for those ages 16 and above as it includes strong language, acts of violence, misogyny, witch persecution, imprisonment, state violence, execution by hanging, classism, rape, childbirth, child abuse, PTSD, and child loss.
Is Coven good?
Coven is an eagerly anticipated new musical based on the most notorious witch trials in England. This powerful women-led production boasts an engaging story, uplifting anthems, and a talented cast and creative team.
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