Full cast announced for world premiere of DARK OF THE MOON at Charing Cross Theatre
Full casting has been announced for the world premiere of new musical Dark of the Moon, based on the classic 1941 play by Howard D Richardson and William Berney, which plays at Charing Cross Theatre from 18 May - 8 August.
Joining the previously announced duo of Glenn Adamson as John, The Witch Boy and Lauren Jones as Barbara Allen will be Sue Appleby (Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, West End) as Gemma Allen, Josie Benson (The Harder They Come, Stratford East) as Conjur Woman, Jordan Broatch (& Juliet, UK tour) as Devin, Martin Callaghan (Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, UK tour) as Preacher Haggler, Sophia Duncan (Roles We’ll Never Play, RWNP) as Ella Bergen, David-Michael Johnson (The Creakers, Theatre Royal Plymouth/Southbank Centre) as Mr. Wharton, Thomas-Lee Kidd (Fiddler on the Roof, Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre) as Thomas Allen, Al Knott (Starlight Express, Troubadour Wembley Park Theatre) as Raven, Kiah Lindsay (A Christmas Carol, Crucible Theatre) as Grace/Katie, Gemma Maclean (Only Fools and Horses, West End) as Patricia Bergen, Wills Mercado (The Last Five Years, UK tour) as Floyd Allen, Samuel Murray (Bonnie and Clyde, Old Joint Stock Theatre) as Marvin Hudgens, Gary Turner (The Bodyguard, UK/Japan tour) as Conjur Man, and Appolilly Szwarc (High Society; Spring Awakening, ArtsEd) as Arwen.
Completing the cast are onstage swings Will Foggin (My Fair Lady, The Mill at Sonning), Vieve Hamilton (Cinderella, Hackney Empire), and Nick Wyschna (Death Comes to Pemberley, UK tour).
DARK OF THE MOON is a supernatural tale of powerful witchcraft, small-town prejudices and the power of love. This timeless, spellbinding new musical portrays the clash of two dynamically polarized worlds—a charming rural Appalachian town and the mystical world of witches and warlocks from the Smoky Mountains that loom high above. The show’s unique musical score reflects those conflicting worlds using a thrilling blend of country/bluegrass and rock. Barbara Allen - a human girl and John - a curious witch-boy - find each other and defy their communities to build a life together. But will love conquer all - or will they be haunted by a deal that was made by the dark of the moon?
Directed by Georgie Rankcom, the musical features a book by Emmy® Award nominee Jonathan Prince, and music and lyrics by Grammy® Award-winning and multi-platinum songwriters Lindy Robbins, Dave Bassett, and Steve Robson.
Georgie Rankcom said: “I'm so excited for this phenomenal company to take our audiences into the world of Dark of the Moon. It's a beautiful piece that, at its heart, is about love and connection in the face of hatred and boasts a truly unforgettable score. We're all so excited to share this story with you from 18 May.”
Additional members of the creative team include choreographer Jane McMurtrie, musical supervisor Brad Haak, musical director Matt Herbert, orchestrator Dillon Kondor, casting director Peter Noden, production designer Libby Todd, lighting designer Jonathan Chan, and sound designer Andrew Johnson.
