AS YOU LIKE IT marks second production at @sohoplace

A brand new production of William Shakespeare’s As You Like It will play at the West End’s newest venue @sohoplace from 6 December 2022-28 January 2023.

Directed by Josie Rourke, the piece will star Leah Harvey as Rosalind, Rose Ayling-Ellis as Celia, Alfred Enoch as Orlando and Martha Plimpton in the role of Jaques.

Josie Rourke said: “Nica [Burns] has built a beautiful and vibrant new theatre for London and I’m  proud to be part of her opening session. When I saw the new auditorium, saying “yes” to directing on that  wonderful stage was one of the quickest answers I’ve ever given. I remember well from opening the new  Bush Theatre the peculiar struggles and challenges of opening the doors on a new theatre and I’m  honoured to be part of this important endeavour. As things feel tough, Nica has doubled down on  theatre’s future in the capital and I’m want to support her and her team’s courage by creating a joyful  and celebratory show for one of theatre’s most and intimate, welcoming new homes, @sohoplace. “ 

Producer Nica Burns said: “Our brilliant director Josie Rourke has brought together an outstanding cast and creative team to realise her vision for one of Shakespeare’s most popular plays. I am a very  lucky producer to be working with this wonderful company.”

The production is designed by Rob Jones, with lighting by Howard Harrison, sound by John Leonard, and music by Michael Bruce.

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