Patrons: David Babani Don Black Judi
Dench Maria Friedman Cameron Mackintosh Julia
McKenzie Paul Nicholas
Harold Prince Tim Rice
Jeremy Sams Stephen Sondheim Richard Stilgoe
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What Was On - 2009
MMD shows in 2009, listed in reverse order of closing date.
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La Boheme
music by MMD Associate BB Cooper
Hudebni divadlo Karlin Prague Czech Republic
22 December 2009 - 22 December 2009
The Prague City Dance Theatre present this re-imagining in dance of the well known story. | info
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Let It Snow
music and lyrics by MMD Associate Annemarie Lewis Thomas; book by Gerry Flanagan
Regents Hall Oxford Street London UK
21 December 2009 - 21 December 2009
Featuring an excerpt from Fool’s Gold | info
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The Tale of the Beauty and The Tail of The Beast
book, music and lyrics by MMD Associate Paul Boyd
Lyric Theatre Elmwood Hall, University Road Belfast UK
4 December 2009 - 9 January 2010
A new production of Paul Boyd's acclaimed musical re-imagining of the literary classic. "Forget the Disney version ... this is more magical" (BBC Radio). A musical comedy telling the story of an eighteenth century acting troupe struggling to stage their new play from a script that is in entirely the wrong order. "This is captivating storytelling ... without doubt, this is a production for the young at heart of all ages" (The Stage) | info
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Jack and the Beanstalk
music and lyrics by MMD Associate Annemarie Lewis Thomas, book by Daniel O’Brien
Theatre Royal Bury St Edmunds UK
4 December 2009 - 17 January 2010
Our hero Jack and his poor old mother Dame Trisha Trott have three humongous problems; the medieval credit crunch has munched their last penny, a whopping great beanstalk has caused no end of gardening distress, and to top it off, the hideous giant Gogmagog has snatched Jack’s true love Perdita (not to mention Daisy their cow!). Can Jack muster the courage to climb the beanstalk? Will Brigadier Bombast ever proclaim his love for the batty Dame Trott? Can the enchanting Fairy Liquid redeem the Giant’s henchman Fleshcreep? And will Jill ever get round to milking Daisy the Cow? Be ready to find out all this and more in this exciting adventure through pantoland. | info
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Pinocchio
by MMD Associate Paul Boyd
Perth Theatre 185 High Street Perth, PH1 5UW UK
3 December 2009 - 2 January 2010
A new production of Paul Boyd's TMA Theatre Award-nominated musical. "A sophisticated musical whose production standards are of the highest quality ... hilarious scenes, moments of pure enchantment ... a show that demands to run and run" (Irish Times). Named Best Musical 2003 by Irish national paper Sunday Life. "This sharp, stylish production crosses the generation gap … a feast of treats for the eye and the ear" (The Stage). | info
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Frank's Closet
Book, Music and Lyrics by Stuart Wood
Hoxton Hall 130 Hoxton Street London UK
3 December 2009 - 10 January 2010
Frank’s Closet tells the story of Frank clearing out his closet on the eve of his civil partnership. Help is at hand from the Gaiety Girls and the wisdom of a wardrobe full of divas from Marie Lloyd (who actually trod the boards of Hoxton Hall in the 1880’s) to Julie Andrews, Ethel Merman, Karen Carpenter, Judy Garland and Agnetha from Abba. | info
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The Snow Queen
Words by MMD Associate Jenifer Toksvig, music by Alexander Rudd, loosely adapted from the classic Hans Christian Andersen fairytale
The Mill Studio Theatre, The Yvonne Arnaud Theatre Guildford UK
2 December 2009 - 5 December 2009
When Gerda and Kay’s mother passes away, Gerda knows that she must now care for her little sister. On that cold winter’s night, Kay sees a beautiful woman dancing in the snow outside their bedroom window. Is her mother calling her to come and dance with her in the moonlight? Early next morning, Gerda wakes to find Kay gone and so begins her magical journey of self-discovery and adventure as she searches for her sister… | info
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In Touch
Book, music and lyrics by MMD Associate Dougal Irvine
Trafalgar Studios (T2) Whitehall London UK
3 November 2009 - 7 November 2009
The internet is running our lives. Or at least it soon will be. Never before have humans had access to so much information. It could seriously blow your mind! In this dark comedy from the writer of Departure Lounge, two characters completely dependent on this other world clash with two others looking for escape. Then the internet itself gets involved, and all hell breaks loose! All beg the question; in our quest to be in touch with everybody, are we losing touch with ourselves? | info
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Hansel & Grettel
Original book, music and lyrics by MMD Associate Paul Boyd
Miramar Cultural Center and Artspark 2400 Civic Center Place Miramar, FL United States
2 November 2009 - 7 November 2009
Dream Child Productions presents a revival of its acclaimed 2008 USA Premiere Production of Paul Boyd's acclaimed musical HANSEL & GRETTEL for twelve performances only prior to next year's USA tour. In 2009 HANSEL & GRETTEL is marking twelve years of continuous production. "easily the best piece of theatre I have seen all year" (Irish News), "they could storm the West End with this!" (Belfast News Letter). See extracts from the 2005 Dublin production online at www.pbmusicals.com | info
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Michael Bruce: A Little Less Ordinary
Music, lyrics and orchestrations by MMD Associate Michael Bruce
Apollo Theatre Shaftesbury Avenue London UK
1 November 2009 - 1 November 2009
Emerging musical theatre composer Michael Bruce is to receive the rare opportunity to have his work showcased in the heart of Theatreland in a one-off gala performance this autumn. Michael Bruce: A Little Less Ordinary, which runs at the Apollo theatre on 1 November, will see musical theatre stars including Avenue Q’s Julie Atherton and Daniel Boys, Oliver!’s Sara Lark, Wicked’s Alex Jessop, former How Do You Solve A Problem Like Maria? contestant Helena Blackman, Clare Foster and Paul Spicer perform a collection of Bruce’s songs, giving the young composer the kind of exposure rarely experienced by talented artists trying to make a name for themselves in musical theatre. | info
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Biba - the musical
book by Anthony Barry and MMD Associate David Foster-Smith; lyrics and music by David Foster-Smith, Anthony Barry and John Renoir
Jermyn Street Theatre Jermyn Street London UK
25 October 2009 - 25 October 2009
Musical showcase depicting the phenomenon that was and is Barbara Hulanicki’s Biba. A selection of the songs which, with narration, music, and dance, tell the story of the fantasy that became a reality. Currently a hot subject with a great deal of public interest. | info
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A Stage Kindly presents... Bravo
Featuring work by MMD Associates Katy Lipson, Nigel Osner, Anna Hurkmans, Rafaele Paglione. Also featuring work by Giles Howe, Darryl Chute, Robert Gould & Caden Jones, Scarlett Deva Antaloczy, Jim Farley & David Brush, Ludovic-Alexandre Vidal & Julien Sa
Various venues in London and Manchester UK
21 October 2009 - 29 October 2009
The third A STAGE KINDLY revue of show-stopping material from some of the best new musicals from around the world, from across the genre of Musical Theatre. Following the acclaim of "Debut" and "Encore", this new revue "Bravo" tours London and Manchester throughout October, and features exciting and fresh new repertoire with influences from rock opera to klezmer, sung by a phenomenal cast of professional vocalists. | info
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Soviet Zion
music by MMD Associate Katy Lipson (and Giles Howe); book and lyrics by Giles Howe
Rosemary Branch Theatre 2 Shepperton Road London UK
19 October 2009 - 19 October 2009
World premiere of material from the epic new musical set in the obscure Siberian region Birobidzhan (created in the 1920s as a Soviet alternative to Zionism). The social experiment was a disaster, though despite the hardships of history a few settlers remained in the world's would-be only Yiddish state. SOVIET ZION looks at three different families, and how they coped with the curious dramas of a nation forgotten by the rest of the world. | info
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Hetty Feinstein's Wedding Anniversary
book, music and lyrics by MMD Associate Chris Burgess
New End Theatre 27 New End Hampstead UK
14 October 2009 - 6 December 2009
Hetty insists on a huge ‘do’ for her Pearl Wedding Anniversary, but Harry refuses. An appalled Hetty questions their entire marriage, reviewing their 30 roller–coaster years together – from clumsy courtship, through n ear divorce, and family tragedy, to the joyful cutting of the anniversary cake. The tale of a Brooklyn couple, packed with marital mayhem, Jewish jokes, show–stopping songs... and a touch of schmaltz. | info
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Liberace - Live From Heaven
written by MMD Associate Julian Woolford
Leicester Square Theatre Leicester Place London UK
13 October 2009 - 8 November 2009
Feb 4th, 1987. Liberace, Mr Showmanship, arrives at the pearly gates. Will Saint Peter and the Angels let him in, or damn him to hell? Tonight - Liberace plays for his life... his eternal life! Bobby Crush stars as Liberace in this hysterical high camp show, with, of course, heavenly piano playing! ON EARTH FOR A LIMITED PERIOD ONLY! | info
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Readiness Is All
featuring work by MMD Associates Richard Link, Conor Mitchell, Craig Adams, Alfie Granger-Howell, Nick Pegden and Rebecca Applin
Cochrane Theatre Southampton Row London UK
11 October 2009 - 11 October 2009
10 Vibrant Composers offering the world premiere of 17 new theatrical songs filled with 8 Original Lyrics as inspired by classical/established texts, performed by Nigel Richards, Sévan Stephan, Giles Terera, John Addison, Madalena Alberto, Ben Alyn-Francis, Tim Arnold, Phillip Browne, Killian Donnelly, Jonathan Eiø, Lorna Gayle, Shimi Goodman, Rachel Izen, Devon Harrison, Samantha Mercer, Michael Peavoy, Helen Power, Laura Pitt-Pulford, Gina Respall, Lucy Tregear, Sarah-Louise Young, Chad Horton and with a SPECIAL GUEST APPEARANCE by Olivier Award Winner, NICHOLA McAULIFFE
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Sneak Preview 3
featuring work by MMD Associates Tim Saward, Darren Wayte, Nick Pegden, Alastair Broadley, Chris Baldwin, Tim Thomas, Ewen Moore, Tim Connor, Nia Williams, Paul Moylan, Anna Hurkmans and Katy Lipson plus others.
Edinburgh Cellars 125 Newington Green Road, Islington, N1 4RA London UK
2 October 2009 - 2 October 2009
An evening celebrating new musical theatre as new musical writers and composers come together to showcase their work in an open mic cabaret. Also featured are songs from The Scenic Route's newest musical <furReality> , by Tim Saward and Darren Wayte. Tickets £7.50 in advance and £8.50 on door | info
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Barnaby Rudge
Book and lyrics by MMD Associate Mike Lyons; music by Bill Scott
The Whitby Pavilion Theatre West Cliff, Whitby, North Yorkshire UK
1 October 2009 - 3 October 2009
London is in flames, its streets occupied by a raging mob and all government is paralysed. Against the dramatic backdrop of the Gordon Riots of 1780 is set the story of a double-murder, a quest for revenge, forbidden love and a fatal duel, as the simpleton, Barnaby Rudge, tries to make sense of his turbulent world. Based on the novel by Charles Dickens, this Show enjoyed rave reviews following its premiere at the Spa Theatre, Scarborough in March. | info
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Sweet FA
book, music and lyrics by MMD Associate Dominic Symonds
New Theatre Royal 20-24 Guildhall Walk Portsmouth PO1 2DD UK
30 September 2009 - 3 October 2009
Sweet FA tells the stories of Fatty Arbuckle, the silent comedian who fell from grace in the first big Hollywood scandal, and Peg Entwistle, the starlet who hoped for fame and fortune but ended up jumping from the Hollywood sign. With a taptastic score and a host of infectious numbers, Sweet FA is a thrilling new musical set amidst the glamour, glitz and gall of the movie industry. | info
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Learning to Walk
book by Caroline Trettine and Bev Andrews; lyrics and music by MMD Associate Caroline Trettine
Rosemary Branch Theatre 2 Shepperton Road London UK
18 September 2009 - 19 September 2009
Like [Sandy] Denny, Trettine hovers over great melancholy with an almost detached air that only cuts closer to the quick. **** Q Magazine. Caroline Trettine is one of the country's best songwriters who has turned her hand to chamber musicals. She plays a selection of her classic songs, sonnets and excerpts from musicals with a full performance of 'Learning to Walk' (co-written/directed by Bev Andrews), a solo musical drama about a courageous actor's journey. | info
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Our Day Out - The Musical
book by MMD Associate Willy Russell; music and lyrics by Willy Russell and Bob Eaton (with additional music by Chris Mellor)
Royal Court Theatre (Liverpool) 1 Roe St Liverpool UK
11 September 2009 - 17 October 2009
Our Day Out was a massive TV hit when it was originally written in 1976 and was later turned into a popular stage play. Now, for 2009, Willy Russell has reworked the script and added some fantastic songs to create a brand new Musical! A very funny and heartwarming story, Mrs Kay's Progress Class are all on the coach and bound for Alton Towers... until Mr Briggs gets on board! The destination changes to a zoo in North Wales but there is no stopping the fun on a trip for the class that usually gets left behind. | info
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It's A Wonderful Life
music by Steve Brown; book and lyrics by Steve Brown and MMD Board Member Francis Matthews
New Wolsey Theatre Civic Drive Ipswich UK
10 September 2009 - 3 October 2009
Based on the much-loved movie, It’s A Wonderful Life is a brand new musical, receiving its world premiere at the New Wolsey this Autumn. | info
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The Great British Soap Opera
book and lyrics by Jake Brunger, music and lyrics by MMD Associate Pippa Cleary
Jermyn Street Theatre Jermyn Street London UK
8 September 2009 - 19 September 2009
When ratings fall fast can it really be the end for Britain’s best-loved soap? With a new girl in town and the Soap Awards looming things are hotting up on the square. Step behind the screens in this new British musical from the acclaimed team behind last year’s sell-out hit Jet Set Go! | info
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S4K's Macbeth
Touring the UK
8 September 2009 - 24 November 2009
Musical adaptation of Shakespeare’s famous "Scottish Play" | info
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Murder on Air
by Agatha Christie, with music and original songs by MMD Associate Alexander S. Bermange
Touring the UK UK
7 September 2009 - 17 October 2009
A unique opportunity to hear three gripping radio thrillers from the Queen of Crime, read in an authentic studio setting with live sound effects in the style of their original BBC broadcasts. | info
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Grimeborn: Music Theatre Now
featuring work by MMD Associates Conor Mitchell and Tim Saward, as well as Raymond Yiu, Matthew Print and Ricky Ian Gordon
Arcola Theatre 27 Arcola Street Hackney London UK
4 September 2009 - 4 September 2009
Part of the Grimeborn Festival, a cabaret evening dedicated to new musical theatre writing, with Clare Burt and the London Show Choir | info
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Alice - The Musical
original book, music & lyrics by MMD Associate Paul Boyd
Blakiston Theatre, Geelong Performing Arts Centre (GPAC) Victoria Australia
2 September 2009 - 4 September 2009
Last year ALICE THE MUSICAL celebrated ten years of hit productions across Ireland with its English premiere at the Castle Theatre in Wellingborough. The show is currently enjoying its professional USA premiere in a production at The Actors' Playhouse at The Miracle Theatre in Miami, Florida. The 2008 - 2009 season has also seen a record number of student productions of ALICE THE MUSICAL all over the world, with this latest Australian staging performed by the pupils of Matthew Flinders Girls Secondary College. pbm occasionally licenses student and amateur productions of Paul's back catalogue of shows - further details online at www.pbmusicals.com. Further information on the first ten years of ALICE THE MUSICAL, including past production photos, music samples, and video clips can be found online at www.pbmusicals.com | info
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Fame Idle
by MMD Associate Marc Folan and with Jim Batten
Ulverston Youth Operatic Lake District UK
1 September 2009 - 1 September 2009
Fame Idle is the story of three kids who are confused as to why everyone around them seem to be obsessed with celebrity culture. It's a musical comedy with a moral message: "Fame ain't all it's cracked up to be." It has a modern contemporary score and a witty script that follows or three friends as they discover what friendship really means when faced with the chance of fame – but at what cost? | info
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Grimeborn: Why Are Clowns?
book, music and lyrics by MMD Associate Ewen Moore
Arcola Theatre 27 Arcola Street Hackney London UK
31 August 2009 - 31 August 2009
The premiere of a new miniature musical, in which the Arcola Theatre is transformed for a night of sawdust, spangles, song and insanity. Join the ambitious ballerina and the world-weary clown as they share their final dance and discover just what it costs to make the world laugh. | info
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Grimeborn: The Work of Art
created by MMD Associates Conor Mitchell and Jenifer Toksvig
Arcola Theatre 27 Arcola Street Hackney London UK
28 August 2009 - 29 August 2009
Part of the Grimeborn Festival. A study of the process of writing with words and music. The creation of a new piece of music theatre from absolute scratch, live in front of an audience. Be a crucial part of an experiment in collaboration: eavesdropping on the writers as they start to eavesdrop on their characters. | info
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Grimeborn: The Arcola Youth Project Operas
composed, written and performed by young people under the guidance of MMD Associate Jenifer Toksvig (libretto) and Nick Sutton (music)
27 August 2009 - 27 August 2009
The Arcola Youth Project present THE SAVAGE (original story by David Almond) and THE ISLAND (original story by Armin Greeder). | info
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Grimeborn: The Descent of Inanna
music by MMD Associate Jenni Roditi, libretto by Lyn Gambles
Arcola Theatre 27 Arcola Street Hackney London UK
24 August 2009 - 24 August 2009
Part of the Grimeborn Festival. After 5000 years the Goddess returns. Ancient and modern. Beautiful, gifted, alive and a legend in the eyes of her people. How did she lose it all? In her journey to the Netherworld Inanna is stripped of all she has become... and must die...Her return to life offers us a new way to dance with destiny. Sacrifice becomes shared suffering and from hell comes healing...Can we learn the lessons of this great story and make our world whole again? | info
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The Dream Dealer
book and lyrics by MMD Associate Marita Phillips; music by Harriet Petherick Bushman
The St Austell Community Centre and Arts Theatre 87 Truro Road St Austell, Cornwall UK
24 August 2009 - 29 August 2009
What starts as an ordinary school playground with ordinary teenage tensions, gangs and cliques, takes a sinister turn when two strangers arrive at the school. One is a new girl, Delphi, with good in her; the other a charismatic street salesman with only bad. Although it might seem he’s only selling ice creams, the school’s coolest gang soon finds that this Pied Piper sells habits that can ruin your life. | info
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Loserville - The Musical
by MMD Associate Elliot Davis and James Bourne
Bracknell Arts Centre Berkshire UK
20 August 2009 - 22 August 2009
An original anti-hero story for today's generation. For every who ever felt they did not fit in. For everyone who was ever laughed at. For everyone who ever had a dream. This is your story. | info
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The Party’s Just Beginning
by MMD Associate Richard Link and Adam Sandel
London UK
17 August 2009 - 18 August 2009
Award-winning song writers Richard Link and Adam Sandel cast a sly, satirical and ultimately celebratory eye over the gay and lesbian experience through history. From bold and brassy show tunes to disco and gospel, there's a musical style for every colour of the rainbow. | info
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Thumbelina: A Swallow's Tale
lyrics by MMD Associate Maxine Gallagher, music by Chris Seed
Venue 40, Quaker Meeting House 7 Victoria Terrace Edinburgh UK
10 August 2009 - 15 August 2009
Kidnapped by a toad, snatched by a maybug, married to a mole... life's quite an adventure when you're only the size of a thumb. A new children's musical (6+) based on the Hans Christian Anderson fairytale about a tiny girl trying to find her place in a big world. Sung-through, using elements of puppetry and dance, with original music and lyrics. Premiering in Edinburgh this year. * Primary Times Pick of the Fringe* | info
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Vision
by MMD Associates Dom Hartley and Jonathan Smith
Sweet ECA Edinburgh College of Art, Lauriston Place Edinburgh UK
8 August 2009 - 15 August 2009
Vision tells the story of Bernadette and Lourdes like never before. In a bar, share her dramatic life through 17 rock and pop songs, as punks, goths and chavs take you on an exciting journey of ballads, jazz, comedy and pathos. | info
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The Great British Soap Opera
book and lyrics by Jake Brunger, music and lyrics by MMD Associate Pippa Cleary
George 2, Musical Theatre @ George Square Edinburgh UK
6 August 2009 - 30 August 2009
When ratings fall fast can it really be the end for Britain’s best-loved soap? With a new girl in town and the Soap Awards looming things are hotting up on the square. Step behind the screens in this new British musical from the acclaimed team behind last year’s sell-out hit Jet Set Go! | info
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Fool’s Gold
music and lyrics by MMD Associate Annemarie Lewis Thomas, book by Gerry Flanagan
Barbican Theatre Portsmouth UK
5 August 2009 - 7 August 2009
YMT brings an enchanting show fueled by envy, jealousy, love, hunger, passion and greed to the Barbican Theatre in Plymouth. With its boisterous and exciting Commedia dell'Arte style, Fool's Gold tells the tale of a father trying to marry off his wayward daughter, an inventor attempting to become an alchemist and a bitter servant plotting revenge. | info
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Academy of Death
by MMD Associate Geoff Page
C Venues (C-1) Adam House, Chambers Street Edinburgh UK
5 August 2009 - 15 August 2009
Body-snatching, blackmail, murder and madness. Welcome to the Academy of Death! Edinburgh, 1825. Medical advances are saving lives, but as Doctor Knox's insatiable appetite for fresh cadavers grows, so does the desperation of his assistant, who is smitten with the unattainable Isabella. | info
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You Beautiful Ewe
book by Margaret Tice and Tammy Mendelson, music and lyrics by MMD Associate Nick Pegden
Roundhouse Studio Theatre Chalk Farm Road
3 August 2009 - 8 August 2009
Baahber-shopping ewes, a rather dishy ram, a zealously knitting farmer’s daughter, and a crooning wolf combine amidst many a misunderstanding in The Scenic Route’s acclaimed new musical for children. Through a delightful comic score we experience love, loss, conquering our fears and…learn a little about sheep shearing along the way!
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Departure Lounge
by MMD Associate Dougal Irvine
Public Theatre 425 Lafayette Street New York USA
28 July 2009 - 2 August 2009
The 'Brits on Tour have had an amazing Summer Holiday destroying the costa del sol. Now they're stuck in the worst situation possible...in their own company. Laugh, cry and cringe as they fall out and discover what friendship really means. | info
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Too Close to the Sun
by MMD Associates John Robinson (producer, composer, lyricist), Roberto Trippini (librettist, lyricist) and Conor Mitchell (orchestrator)
Comedy Theatre Panton Street London UK
24 July 2009 - 8 August 2009
Based on a play by Ron Read, Too Close to the Sun is an imaginary recreation of the last days of Ernest Hemingway's life. | info
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MMD's The Works: Humbug!
Book, Music & Lyrics by MMD Associate Olly Ashmore
Grand Salon, Theatre Royal Drury Lane Drury Lane London UK
21 July 2009 - 21 July 2009
Supported by the Noel Coward Foundation. A new adaptation of Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol. Come and join miserly Ebenezer Scrooge on the ‘tight' side of life. Imagine it's a snowy Christmas Eve back in Dickensian London and our unlovable curmudgeon is visited by a motley assortment of ghosts. These unwanted apparitions waft an unwilling Scrooge through his past, present and future. They hope to change his mean old ways before fate sends him to an early grave and fitting comeuppance in an uncomfortable after life – just ask Joseph Marley. Scrooge has spent years profiting from money lending and elevated being tight into an art form, surely his nocturnal encounters will show him the error of his ways?… The show is less a traditional adaptation, and more contemporary in writing style to previous shows on a similar theme. As some might say, ‘What the Dickens!?' | info
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The Dream Dealer
book and lyrics by MMD Associate Marita Phillips; music by Harriet Petherick Bushman
The Forest School Theatre Walthamstow London UK
19 July 2009 - 19 July 2009
What starts as an ordinary school playground with ordinary teenage tensions, gangs and cliques, takes a sinister turn when two strangers arrive at the school. One is a new girl, Delphi, with good in her; the other a charismatic street salesman with only bad. Although it might seem he’s only selling ice creams, the school’s coolest gang soon finds that this Pied Piper sells habits that can ruin your life. | info
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Fame Idle
by MMD Associate Marc Folan and with Jim Batten
St Mary and St Pancras Primary School Camden London UK
16 July 2009 - 16 July 2009
Fame Idle is the story of three kids who are confused as to why everyone around them seem to be obsessed with celebrity culture. It's a musical comedy with a moral message: "Fame ain't all it's cracked up to be." It has a modern contemporary score and a witty script that follows or three friends as they discover what friendship really means when faced with the chance of fame – but at what cost? | info
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Fame Idle
by MMD Associate Marc Folan and with Jim Batten
Pope Paul Primary School Potters Bar Herts UK
15 July 2009 - 16 July 2009
Fame Idle is the story of three kids who are confused as to why everyone around them seem to be obsessed with celebrity culture. It's a musical comedy with a moral message: "Fame ain't all it's cracked up to be." It has a modern contemporary score and a witty script that follows or three friends as they discover what friendship really means when faced with the chance of fame – but at what cost? | info
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Terminal Four Play
libretto by MMD Associate Julian Woolford, music by MMD Associate Richard John
15 July 2009 - 16 July 2009
Security Staff, Suicide Bombers and Sex in this r'n'b opera commissioned and produced by Theatre 503 for their Urban Sprawl project. A young man's bag search takes increasingly bizarre turns at Heathrow's Terminal Four. The piece was one of three commissioned through MMD by Theatre 503 and Theatrevoice for their Urban Scrawl project, a series of 53 podcasts, each 10 minutes long, each one drawing inspiration from a different station on the Piccadilly Line. Latitude Festival will host Urban Sprawl, live productions of 3 of the Urban Scrawl pieces. | info
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MMD's The Works: X
music by MMD Associate Elliot Davis, Book and Lyrics by Stephen Clark
Grand Salon, Theatre Royal Drury Lane Drury Lane London UK
14 July 2009 - 14 July 2009
Supported by the Noel Coward Foundation. X is a highly contemporary show combining the drive of a powerful love story with the energy of a modern rock / pop concert. It's honest, moving, shocking, sexy, fun and belongs to anyone who's fought for love.
The score is contemporary rock / pop. It ranges from groove-based material to soaring ballads. The audience, in what they hear and see, will experience a unique hybrid of stage-musical and ‘gig'.
The final production will use screens and film as part of the action.
X is a love story for today. Directed by Steven Dexter. | info
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Fame Idle
by MMD Associate Marc Folan and with Jim Batten
Chalgrove Primary School Barnet Herts UK
13 July 2009 - 14 July 2009
Fame Idle is the story of three kids who are confused as to why everyone around them seem to be obsessed with celebrity culture. It's a musical comedy with a moral message: "Fame ain't all it's cracked up to be." It has a modern contemporary score and a witty script that follows or three friends as they discover what friendship really means when faced with the chance of fame – but at what cost? | info
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Fame Idle
by MMD Associate Marc Folan and with Jim Batten
Cannon Lane Middle School Harrow Midddlesex UK
13 July 2009 - 14 July 2009
Fame Idle is the story of three kids who are confused as to why everyone around them seem to be obsessed with celebrity culture. It's a musical comedy with a moral message: "Fame ain't all it's cracked up to be." It has a modern contemporary score and a witty script that follows or three friends as they discover what friendship really means when faced with the chance of fame – but at what cost? | info
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A Night in the Kremlin
Book by Bernard Besserglik (MMD associate), music, lyrics by Bob Barton
June Havoc Theatre 312 W. 36th Street New York, NY 10018 USA
13 July 2009 - 2 August 2009
Harpo Marx, arriving in Moscow in November 1933 as a good-will ambassador, rides to the rescue of a pair of star-crossed lovers after his interpreter's fiancé is wrongfully accused of sabotage. He is assisted by Ivy, the English-born wife of the Soviet foreign minister in his bid to outwit Joseph Stalin in two encounters that culminate in a madcap mopvie-style chase through the Kremlin involving multiple Harpos and Stalins. | info
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MMD's Writing Lab Platform
featuring work by MMD Associates Mark Bunyan, Michael Dresser, Susannah Pearse, Nicholas Scrivens & Paul Kessell-Holland, Tim Saward and Darren Wayte
Jermyn Street Theatre Jermyn Street London UK
11 July 2009 - 11 July 2009
You are invited to an informal book-in-hand presentation of songs and scenes created by participants in MMD's Writing Lab - generously hosted by the Jermyn Street Theatre, recorded on location for MusicalTalk.co.uk. Come along for an orange juice and informal chat and networking afterwards. | info
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The Buried Moon
music by MMD Associate Tom Armstrong, lyrics by Michael Armstrong
Harwell Primary School The Styles, Harwell, Didcot Oxford UK
9 July 2009 - 9 July 2009
The Buried Moon is on opera for primary school children. Based on a Lincolnshire folktale the story tells of the Moon's capture by an evil band of 'things that dwell in the night' and her rescue by a brave bunch of villagers. A classic story of good triumphing over evil! | info
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Fame Idle
by MMD Associate Marc Folan and with Jim Batten
Brettenham Primary School Enfield London UK
8 July 2009 - 8 July 2009
Fame Idle is the story of three kids who are confused as to why everyone around them seem to be obsessed with celebrity culture. It's a musical comedy with a moral message: "Fame ain't all it's cracked up to be." It has a modern contemporary score and a witty script that follows or three friends as they discover what friendship really means when faced with the chance of fame – but at what cost? | info
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Dracula - The Vampire Strikes Back
music and lyrics by MMD Associate Tim Saward; book and lyrics by Thos Ribbits
Third Floor Arts Centre, Portsmouth Central Library Guildhall Square Portsmouth UK
8 July 2009 - 9 July 2009
Performed by the City Youth Theatre. A Gothic panto with an original vaudevillian score, suitable for all the family. Follow the adventures of Sapphi the vampire slayer as she tracks down the villainous Count, aided by friend Lucy Lastic, the useless Jonathan Harker, dame Coco Van Helsing and hindered by the incompetent Sheerluck Jones. Everything's at stake, so Count yourself in full-bloodedly | info
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Frank's Closet
music by MMD Associate Stuart Wood, book by Salley Long and Stuart Wood
Hoxton Hall 130 Hoxton Street London NS1 6SH UK
8 July 2009 - 24 July 2009
On the eve of his civil ceremony Frank finds himself in his closet, clearing out his collection of Diva frocks. Frank’s Closet frolics through contemporary mores and the universal themes of identity and transformation with characteristic British panache. Music hall Chairman Frank and his Gaiety Girls revel in the reality gap between the human and the divine, with star turns (all played by Mullaney) from Marie Lloyd, Julie Andrews, Ethel Merman, Karen Carpenter, Judy Garland and Agnetha Faltskog. Frank asks: What d’you need to ditch to get hitched? | info
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MMD's The Works: Old 100th (after Gogol's Diary of a Madman)
by MMD Associate Conor Mitchell
Grand Salon, Theatre Royal Drury Lane Drury Lane London UK
7 July 2009 - 7 July 2009
Supported by the Noel Coward Foundation. Old 100th was written to celebrate the 200th anniversary of the birth of its author, Gogol this year. Commissioned by LAMDA in 2007, it is a theatrical exploration of a man's descent into the abyss of insanity. It is written in absurdist form and is a free adaptation of the original text. | info
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Matthew Bourne's Dorian Gray
Devised by Matthew Bourne from Oscar Wilde, Music by MMD Associate Terry Davies
Sadlers Wells London UK
7 July 2009 - 19 July 2009
A dance drama retelling Wilde's gothic fable in the image obsessed world of contemporary art and politics. | info
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The Dummy Tree
by MMD Associate Conor Mitchell
1 July 2009 - 1 July 2009
The National Theatre presents a new musical by Conor Mitchell. | info
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Fame Idle
by MMD Associate Marc Folan and with Jim Batten
Thomas Arnold School Essex UK
1 July 2009 - 1 July 2009
Fame Idle is the story of three kids who are confused as to why everyone around them seem to be obsessed with celebrity culture. It's a musical comedy with a moral message: "Fame ain't all it's cracked up to be." It has a modern contemporary score and a witty script that follows or three friends as they discover what friendship really means when faced with the chance of fame – but at what cost? | info
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Fame Idle
by MMD Associate Marc Folan and with Jim Batten
St Eugene de Mazenod School Camden London UK
1 July 2009 - 1 July 2009
Fame Idle is the story of three kids who are confused as to why everyone around them seem to be obsessed with celebrity culture. It's a musical comedy with a moral message: "Fame ain't all it's cracked up to be." It has a modern contemporary score and a witty script that follows or three friends as they discover what friendship really means when faced with the chance of fame – but at what cost? | info
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MMD's The Works: Fairystories
by MMD Associate Paul Graham Brown
Grand Salon, Theatre Royal Drury Lane Drury Lane London UK
30 June 2009 - 30 June 2009
Supported by the Noel Coward Foundation. FAIRYSTORIES is based on the true story of the Cottingley Fairies which held the world in its thrall in the 1920s. This gentle and graceful musical tells an optimistic tale about families, truth, lies, grieving and healing.
Two young children, Henry and Polly forge photographs of fairies dancing by a stream. These pictures, of paper cut outs cleverly mounted on hat pins, get authenticated as real by Spiritualist author Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. A chain of events is set into action that has devastating consequences for the lives of Henry and those around him, not in the least for his father, Edward, who is desperate to make contact with his late wife.
Are these fairies messengers from beyond? And what will happen when the children get found out?
FAIRYSTORIES is a melodic musical full of heart: a delightful show for the whole family. | info
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A Fistful of Mondays
book by MMD Associate Joe Graham
OFS Studio UK
30 June 2009 - 4 July 2009
A musical of life. love and linedancing... Following on from their production of 'Dancing to the Sound of Crunching Snails' at this year's Oxfringe 2009 in April, Balancing Act present another production from Joe Graham. A Fistful of Mondays, a romantic comedy, is set in Walbeswick Sports and Social Club and follows the fortunes and romances of the Monday Night All Star Linedancing Club. Featuring a classic country soundtrack to keep the action swinging along, including such numbers as RING OF FIRE, ACHY BREAKY HEART, DANCE THE NIGHT AWAY, MAN I FEEL LIKE A WOMAN, CRAZY and many more... It should get you on your feet dancing along at the end. Balancing Act put together a part professional cast for their biggest musical production to date. If you like what you've seen in Joe Graham's plays in festivals, then don't miss this one!! | info
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Enterprise
featuring work by MMD Associate Michael Bruce
The Battersea Barge Nine Elms Lane London SW8 5BP
28 June 2009 - 28 June 2009
A showcase of enterprising new musical theatre work from dynamic British, American and Australian writers. | info
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First Time
featuring work by MMD Associates Rebecca Applin, Michael Conley, Frank Lazarus and Tarek Merchant
Above the Stag Theatre 15 Bressenden Place London SW1E 5DD
21 June 2009 - 21 June 2009
9 vibrant new composers offering 16 new songs filled with 11 original lyrics as inspired by classical texts and 5 others drawn from the same, performed by 18 Professional West End singers, plus the inaugural presentation of 3 Tim Williams Awards - adds up, all in all, to 1 exciting evening. | info
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Sneak Preview
featuring songs by MMD Associates Charles Bloom, Tim Connor, John Farndon, Tim Saward and Darren Wayte, Ant Stevens, Tim Thomas, Dick Walter, and Nia Williams
Edinburgh Cellars 125 Newington Green Road, Islington, N1 4RA London UK
12 June 2009 - 12 June 2009
An evening celebrating new musical theatre as new musical writers and composers come together to showcase their work in an open mic cabaret. Also featured are performances from the writers of The Scenic Route's newest musical <furReality> , Tim Saward and Darren Wayte. Tickets £7.50 in advance and £8.50 on door | info
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The Blue Light
by MMD Associate Alexander S. Bermange and Dieter Stegmann
Amphitheater Schloss Park Phillipsruhe Hanau Franfurt Germany
12 June 2009 - 28 July 2009
A new musical based on the Brothers Grimm fairy tale of the same name | info
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The Railway Children
book and lyrics by MMD Associate Julian Woolford, music by MMD Associate Richard John
Studio Theatre, Arts Ed School Bath Road London UK
10 June 2009 - 13 June 2009
Father suddenly disappears one Christmas, Mother takes Roberta, Peter and Phyllis to live in the Countryside. Finding a railway at the end of the garden is just the beginning of a series of adventures that will change their lives forever. This is a chance to see this popular musical performed by graduating students at Arts Ed. | info
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Heart of Winter
by MMD Associate Tim Connor
The Basement @ Leicester Square Theatre Leicester Place London WC2H 7BX UK
7 June 2009 - 7 June 2009
Realising her relationship of three years is over, Kate is forced to adjust to her new life without Alan – with the help of her mum, her job and a large tub of Ben and Jerry's. Don't miss one woman's funny and touching story as she battles the harsh realities of winter to find the new hope of spring. This workshop production marks the world premiere of an exciting new musical theatre piece – playing for only two performances. | info
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Matthew Bourne's Dorian Gray
Devised by Matthew Bourne from Oscar Wilde, Music by MMD Associate Terry Davies
Touring
4 June 2009 - 28 November 2009
A dance drama retelling Wilde's gothic fable in the image obsessed world of contemporary art and politics. | info
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Sondheim Student Performer / Stiles and Drewe Best New Song Award 2008
featuring work by MMD Associates Susannah Pearse, Olly Ashmore, Eric Angus, Paul James, Dick Walter, Alexander S Bermange, Joe and Jim Graham, Matthew Gimblett, Julian Chenery, Paul Graham Brown, Stuart Wood, Denise Wright, Chris Burgess, John Farndon, An
The Playhouse Theatre Northumberland Avenue London WC2N 5DE UK
31 May 2009 - 31 May 2009
Come to the Playhouse Theatre to follow the dual competitions to find the best student performer, and the best new song of 2009
Twelve performers, selected from more than fifty drama schools, will take the stage to perform both a Sondheim composition, and a song by a lyricist and composer from Mercury Musical Developments. There are prizes for best performer and song.
West End star Rosemary Ashe (who amongst other achievements created roles in The Phantom of the Opera, The Witches of Eastwick and Mary Poppins) will host, and prizes will be awarded both for best performer and best song by a panel of illustrious judges from the top echelon of the musical theatre industry including Kim Criswell, Edward Seckerson, Richard Balcombe and MMD Patron David Babani. The event, produced by Richard Douglas Productions, will be directed by Bill Deamer (currently represented on the West End with Shout) and Nigel Lilley (La Cage Aux Folles, Piaf) will act as musical director.
The following MMD Associates (in no particular order) will be represented in the competition: Susannah Pearse, Olly Ashmore, Eric Angus, Paul James, Dick Walter, Alexander S Bermange, Joe Graham, Matthew Gimblett, Julian Chenery, Paul Graham Brown, Stuart Wood, Denise Wright, Chris Burgess, John Farndon, Andrew Brinded, William Christopherson, Tamara Samuels.
Presented by Richard Douglas Productions in association with the Stephen Sondheim Society and Mercury Musical Developments. | info
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The Kinraid Band
by MMD Associate Eleanor Agius
Friends' Meeting House Ship Street Brighton UK
24 May 2009 - 24 May 2009
As part of the Brighton Fringe Festival, the Kinraid Band will be showcasing songs and music from a new musical in development called 'Kinraid'. Adapted from a novel by Elizabeth Gaskell and using energetic, theatrical folk music. Come along to find out more about the project! | info
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Sleeping Beauty
by MMD Associate Alexander S. Bermange and Wolfgang Adenberg
Amphitheater Schloss Park Phillipsruhe Hanau Franfurt Germany
22 May 2009 - 2 August 2009
A new musical based on the Brothers Grimm fairy tale of the same name | info
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The Songbook Revue
featuring songs by MMD Associate Charles Bloom
Etcetera Theatre 265 Camden High Street London NW1 7BU UK
17 May 2009 - 17 May 2009
Brand new songs by Broadway's finest new composers, Jeff Blumenkrantz, Charles Bloom and Solfa Carlile. Starring Josh Boyd-Rochford, Jonas Christensen, Adi Konfino, Cristin Curtin and Holly Vernon-Harcourt, accompanied by musicians from the Royal College of Music. Produced by Delphi Theatre company, directed by Emily Jenkins musical director Solfa Carlile. | info
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Miss Swan Lake
by MMD Associate Christopher Wortley – with music shamelessly half-inched from Tchaikovsky
Touring Scotland UK
15 May 2009 - 12 June 2009
For some years, the touring theatre company Fingask Follies has commissioned Chris to write comic mini-operas to be performed as part of their annual musical revues. This year, the piece is Miss Swan Lake - with music from Tchaikovsky's ballet. Learn how the story of Swan Lake can be easily muddled with Miss Saigon. | info
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Whisky Galore - A Musical!
adapted from the novel by Compton McKenzie, book by Shona McKee McNeil, music and lyrics by MMD Associate Ian Hammond Brown
Pitlochry Festival Theatre UK
15 May 2009 - 17 October 2009
1943: the curse of rationing has visited the remote Hebridean islands of Little Todday and Great Todday and the thirsty islanders have all but run out of uisge beatha - the water of life. When the S.S. Cabinet Minister runs aground with fifty thousand cases of whisky aboard, the islanders rush to take advantage of the unexpected bounty. But disaster threatens when the Home Guard learns of the illicit salvage operation - and attempts to confiscate the liquor! To celebrate Scotland's Year of Homecoming, we are delighted to announce the world première of this new musical, based on Compton Mackenzie's funny, romantic and hugely entertaining novel. With a score that conjures up both the 1940s and the unmistakable sounds of the Western Isles, performed by a highly talented cast of actor-musicians, Whisky Galore – A Musical! promises to be a season highlight! | info
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Cabaret Confidential
featuring songs by MMD Associate Mark Bunyan
The Basement @ Leicester Square Theatre Leicester Place London WC2H 7BX UK
14 May 2009 - 14 May 2009
Mark Bunyan singing his own songs at the piano as part of a cabaret triple bill with Andy Kellett and Sarah-Louise Young, introduced by Jamie Anderson. | info
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Election Idol
by MMD Associates Andrew Brinded, William Christopherson and Tamara Samuels
Brighthelm Centre Brighton UK
12 May 2009 - 23 May 2009
The British general election, 2010. No-one votes...until reality TV saves the day! Soon a host of celebrities are singing and dancing their way to Britain's first presidency. Welcome to Election Idol! With its World Premiere at the Brighthelm Centre for a limited two week run, Election Idol is a hilarious and satirical look at what happens when the worlds of politics and the X-Factor collide. You, the studio audience, must vote in this live final to decided the fate of the nation. Who will choose are your Election Idol? Written by the award-winning team of Andrew Brinded, William Christopherson and Tamara Samuels from New York's renowned Tisch Musical Theatre Writing Program, and directed and choreographed by Luke Sheppard, Election Idol is musical mayhem you don't want to miss. | info
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Spectacular Spectacular
Book by MMD Associate Dominic Symonds
Cafe de Paris 3-4 Coventry Street London W1D 6BL UK
3 May 2009 - 3 May 2009
Inspired by Baz Luhrmann's Moulin Rouge, and with a soundtrack of classic hits from the 70s, 80s and 90s. An endless love, a trip to the moon, and a run in with Lady Marmalade the Killer Queen: love and lust collide at the Moulin Rouge amidst spectacle, magic and illusion. | info
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S4K's Romeo and Juliet – The Musical
by MMD Associates Julian Chenery & Matt Gimblett (and William Shakespeare)
Dubai, Damascus, Sharjah, Bahrain, Gibraltar
27 April 2009 - 14 May 2009
The kids' version of the Shakespearean romance tale. | info
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Act Your Age
music and lyrics by MMD Associate, Christopher Wortley, book by Christopher Wortley with assistance from TV writer Brian Clemens
Tewkesbury Gloucestershire UK
22 April 2009 - 25 April 2009
Act Your Age is a heart-warming, musical farce – with people popping in and out of doors:- astonished people, surprised people, embarrassed people, not to mention a bunch of old folk who are trying to look convincing as super-celebrities. The music is written to entertain with satisfying tunes and harmonies - and Brian Clemens helped with the book so the visual comedy is sure to keep everyone amused. | info
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The Railway Children
by MMD Associates Julian Woolford and Richard John
Joseph Rowntree Theatre York UK
21 April 2009 - 25 April 2009
A production of this recently published musical. | info
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Act Your Age
music and lyrics by MMD Associate, Christopher Wortley, book by Christopher Wortley with assistance from TV writer Brian Clemens
Boroughbridge Yorkshire UK
16 April 2009 - 18 April 2009
Act Your Age is a heart-warming, musical farce – with people popping in and out of doors:- astonished people, surprised people, embarrassed people, not to mention a bunch of old folk who are trying to look convincing as super-celebrities. The music is written to entertain with satisfying tunes and harmonies - and Brian Clemens helped with the book so the visual comedy is sure to keep everyone amused. | info
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Alice - The Musical
original book, music & lyrics by MMD Associate Paul Boyd
Rancho Alamitos High School Garden Grove California USA
2 April 2009 - 3 April 2009
Last year ALICE THE MUSICAL ("a show that reaches the hearts, minds and funny bones of all generations" - Irish Times) celebrated ten years of hit productions across Ireland with its English premiere at the Castle Theatre in Wellingborough. The show is currently enjoying its professional USA premiere in a production at The Actors' Playhouse at The Miracle Theatre in Miami, Florida. The 2008 - 2009 season has also seen a record number of student productions of ALICE THE MUSICAL all over the world, with this latest American staging performed by theatre students of Ranch Alamitos High School. pbm occasionally licenses student and amateur productions of Paul's back catalogue of shows - further details online at www.pbmusicals.com. Further information on the first ten years of ALICE THE MUSICAL, including past production photos, music samples, and video clips can be found online at www.pbmusicals.com | info
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Jet Set Go! - the cabin crew musical
music by MMD Associate Pippa Cleary, book by Jake Brunger
Jermyn Street Theatre Jermyn Street London UK
31 March 2009 - 18 April 2009
Fasten your seatbelts and prepare for take-off! Following two highly acclaimed sell-out runs at Edinburgh Fringe and Theatre503, this brand new British musical is back for a strictly limited three week London run. | info
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The Railway Children
by MMD Associates Julian Woolford and Richard John
Daylesford Theatre Hamilton Bermuda
19 March 2009 - 28 March 2009
A production of this recently published musical. | info
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The Year of the Pig
book, lyrics and music by MMD Associate Zach Dunbar
Embassy Theatre, Central School of Speech and Drama Swiss Cottage London UK
18 March 2009 - 19 March 2009
A London premier of a magical, big-hearted corker of a tale. China. The last days of the Imperial dynasty. In the palace's Royal Animal Menagerie, the Pig, who in the past was a great favourite of the Princess, yearns to be reunited with her. His desire ensnares him in the Cat's secret mission to take a forbidden photo of the Princess. Since birth, the Princess has mysteriously concealed her face from view. The Pig's actions along with those of other animals trigger a revolution. In the New World, old habits are reborn, love conquers all and pigs will fly! | info
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Barnaby Rudge
by Bill Scott and MMD Associate Mike Lyons
The Spa Theatre Scarborough North Yorkshire UK
18 March 2009 - 21 March 2009
London is in flames, its streets occupied by a raging mob and all government is paralysed. Against the dramatic backdrop of the Gordon Riots of 1780 is set the story of a double-murder, a quest for revenge, forbidden love and a fatal duel, as the simpleton, Barnaby Rudge, tries to make sense of his turbulent world. | info
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Hetty Feinstein's Wedding Anniversary
book, music and lyrics by MMD Associate Chris Burgess
New End Theatre Hampstead London UK
15 March 2009 - 15 March 2009
A reading/workshop of a New Jewish Musical Comedy. Hetty insists on a big 'do' for her Pearl Wedding Anniversary, but Harry resists - so Hetty questions whether her marriage is worthwhile after all. She reviews her entire thirty year marriage – from clumsy courtship to the climactic cutting of the anniversary cake. Packed full of music, marital mayhem and one woman's quest for the ultimate 'simcha'. Stars SUE KELVIN (star of SOPHIE TUCKER'S ONE NIGHT STAND and Steven Berkoff's SIT AND SHIVER) It also stars DAVID BURT (currently appearing in the West End in PLAGUE OVER ENGLAND) | info
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The Curious Quest for the Sandman's Sand
book and lyrics by MMD Associate Jenifer Toksvig, music by MMD associate David Perkins
Mill Studio, Yvonne Arnaud Theatre Guildford Surrey UK
12 March 2009 - 14 March 2009
An evil witch whose spells (nearly) always work... A mysterious stranger with a story to tell... Three precocious children who just can't sleep... All these ingredients come together to create a magical family musical, jam-packed with jazzy, toe-tapping songs and incredible creatures from the limits of the imagination. Originally written especially for the Yvonne Arnaud Youth Theatre by David Perkins and Jenifer Toksvig, this brand new production is brought bang up-to-date. Presented by the Yvonne Arnaud Youth Theatre: Act Three. This show is likely to sell-out quickly because it is being performed in a small 70 seat theatre for 6 performances only. | info
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First Night - A Showcase of New Musical Theatre
featuring work by MMD Associate Laura Tisdall
Electric Theatre Guildford Surrey UK
11 March 2009 - 11 March 2009
As part of the Guildford International Music Festival, performers from the Guildford School of Acting will be showcasing four exciting new musicals, including Faerytale by MMD Associate Laura Tisdall. Faerytale is a dark gothic fantasy story of love, loss and sacrifice. | info
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Mary Poppins
with new songs by MMD Associates George Stiles & Anthony Drewe
Millennium Centre Cardiff UK
11 March 2009 - 18 April 2009
The West End and Broadway success touring the UK | info
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The Jungle Book
by Rudyard Kipling, adapted for stage by Stuart Paterson. Music by MMD Associate BB Cooper, lyrics by Barb Jungr
Connaught Theatre Worthing West Sussex UK
10 March 2009 - 14 March 2009
National tour of this musical originated under the aegis of MMD | info
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Three by Three
featuring songs by MMD Associates
Jermyn Street Theatre Jermyn Street London UK
7 March 2009 - 7 March 2009
Stephen Sondheim's Saturday Night is running at the Jermyn Street Theatre. Primavera, the producer, is excited to have the opportunity to present some of today's young maestros in the same venue during the run. These showcases will take place after matinee performances of Saturday Night on Saturday 28 February (featuring Alexander S. Bermange, Matt Board and Caroline Trettine) and Saturday 7 March (featuring Mark Allcorn, Dougal Irvine and Susannah Pearse & Rebecca Applin). Each showcase will feature three songs from each composer. | info
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A Stage Kindly: Encore
features music from over twenty new musicals from around the world, including work by MMD Associate Jonathan Posner
venues throughout London and Brighton UK
5 March 2009 - 5 April 2009
A STAGE KINDLY is a new London based theatrical initiative, developed to encourage and support new musical theatre writing around the world. This coming tour of London and Brighton is the second revue of new work to be presented, with several exciting projects forthcoming. This tour showcases pieces from twenty of the most exciting new musicals and works-in-progress, with a fantastic cast of vocalists, and live piano accompaniment, in a relaxed and intimate cabaret environment. | info
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The Jungle Book
by Rudyard Kipling, adapted for stage by Stuart Paterson. Music by MMD Associate BB Cooper, lyrics by Barb Jungr
Alexandra Theatre Birmingham UK
2 March 2009 - 7 March 2009
National tour of this musical originated under the aegis of MMD | info
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Three By Three
featuring songs by MMD Associates Alexander S. Bermange and Caroline Trettine
Jermyn Street Theatre Jermyn Street London UK
28 February 2009 - 28 February 2009
Stephen Sondheim's Saturday Night is running at the Jermyn Street Theatre. Primavera, the producer, is excited to have the opportunity to present some of today's young maestros in the same venue during the run. These showcases will take place after matinee performances of Saturday Night on Saturday 28 February (featuring Alexander S. Bermange, Matt Board and Caroline Trettine) and Saturday 7 March (featuring Mark Allcorn, Dougal Irvine and Susannah Pearse & Rebecca Applin). Each showcase will feature three songs from each composer. | info
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The Railway Children
by MMD Associates Julian Woolford and Richard John
Henrietta Barnett Theatre NW11 London UK
27 February 2009 - 7 March 2009
A production of this recently published musical. | info
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The Jungle Book
by Rudyard Kipling, adapted for stage by Stuart Paterson. Music by MMD Associate BB Cooper, lyrics by Barb Jungr
Grand Opera House York UK
24 February 2009 - 21 February 2009
National tour of this musical originated under the aegis of MMD | info
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The Legendary Voyage of Odysseus
music and lyrics by MMD Associate Nicola Jane Buttigieg
MP Room, International School of the Sacred Heart Hiroo Tokyo Japan
24 February 2009 - 26 February 2009
Odysseus, the cleverest of the Greek heroes, returns home after the Trojan war. On his journey back to rocky Ithaca, he and his fellow mariners experience supernatural encounters that lead them astray and into mysterious and unknown territories of the Greek seas. Remaining loyal and faithful, they embrace the challenges they face, lead by the wit of their great leader. SSH Junior Musical Production. | info
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Murder on Air
by Agatha Christie, with music and original songs by MMD Associate Alexander S. Bermange
Orchard Theatre Dartford Kent UK
23 February 2009 - 28 February 2009
Agatha Christie mysteries as radio plays | info
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Edward Scissorhands
written and directed by Matthew Bourne; music by MMD Associate Terry Davies
Stadsschouwburg Antwerp Belgium
17 February 2009 - 8 February 2009
Dance version of the Tim Burton/Johnny Depp film | info
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The Jungle Book
by Rudyard Kipling, adapted for stage by Stuart Paterson. Music by MMD Associate BB Cooper, lyrics by Barb Jungr
New Theatre Cardiff UK
17 February 2009 - 21 February 2009
National tour of this musical originated under the aegis of MMD | info
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Plague Over England
by Nicholas de Jongh, with music and original songs by MMD Associate Alexander S. Bermange
Duchess Theatre Catherine Street London UK
11 February 2009 - 19 May 2009
Transferring from the Finborough Theatre, Nicholas De Jongh's play about John Gielgud comes to the West End. | info
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The Jungle Book
by Rudyard Kipling, adapted for stage by Stuart Paterson. Music by MMD Associate BB Cooper, lyrics by Barb Jungr
White Rock Theatre Hastings East Sussex UK
10 February 2009 - 14 February 2009
National tour of this musical originated under the aegis of MMD | info
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Sneak Preview
featuring songs by MMD Associates Shrubshall and Free, Michael Dresser, Tim Saward/Darren Wayte and John Farndon. Also songs by Nick Pegden, Tim Connor, Richard Link, Sally Stevens, Adam Linsson and Cush Jumbo
Edinburgh Cellars 125 Newington Green Road, Islington, N1 4RA London UK
6 February 2009 - 6 February 2009
An evening celebrating new musical theatre as new musical writers and composers come together to showcase their work in an open mic cabaret. Also featured are performances from The Scenic Route's most recent musicals You Beautiful Ewe (Nick Pegden) and The Big Ending (Shrubshall and Free) and its newest musical <furReality> (Tim Saward/Darren Wayte). Tickets £9 in advance and £10 on door and all include a free drink! | info
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The Jungle Book
by Rudyard Kipling, adapted for stage by Stuart Paterson. Music by MMD Associate BB Cooper, lyrics by Barb Jungr
Palace Theatre Mansfield UK
2 February 2009 - 5 February 2009
National tour of this musical originated under the aegis of MMD | info
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The Jungle Book
by Rudyard Kipling, adapted for stage by Stuart Paterson. Music by MMD Associate BB Cooper, lyrics by Barb Jungr
Manchester Opera House Manchester UK
28 January 2009 - 31 January 2009
National tour of this musical originated under the aegis of MMD | info
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Edward Scissorhands
written and directed by Matthew Bourne; music by MMD Associate Terry Davies
Badminton Theatre Athens Greece
28 January 2009 - 8 February 2009
Dance version of the Tim Burton/Johnny Depp film | info
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Casanova
by MMD Associate Philip Godfrey
King's Head Theatre Upper Street, Islington London UK
28 January 2009 - 8 March 2009
Inspired by the memoirs of the legendary lover, this new musical offers snapshots of his extraordinary life and affairs, as 11 actors and 3 musicians romp through 18th-century Europe bringing over 30 characters to the stage at The Kings Head. | info
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The Hunchback of Notre Dame (Quasimodo Agogo)
book and lyrics by MMD Associate Joe Graham; music by Jim Graham
Kennington Village Centre Oxford UK
22 January 2009 - 31 January 2009
This popular tale is given a light and witty touch with this new musical version. Joe Graham has already written two pantomimes for Watford Palace Theatre and he brings his own take to this production with all original music written by brother Jim. Following the success of their musical panto SINBAD AND THE VOYAGE OF THE SEVEN SOULS last year Joe is once again directing Kennington's drama society in what was described by many last year as ‘The best panto in Oxford'. | info
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Alice - The Musical
original book, music & lyrics by MMD Associate Paul Boyd
Actors' Playhouse at The Miracle Theatre Miami Florida USA
20 January 2009 - 4 April 2009
Celebrating ten years of hit productions across Ireland, Paul Boyd's ALICE THE MUSICAL premieres in the USA at The Actors' Playhouse - one of South Florida's most acclaimed producers of musical theatre - in a new production directed by Earl Maulding. This is the second of Paul's shows to premiere in the States this year (HANSEL & GRETTEL played to sell-out crowds in Fort Lauderdale in February), but his first original production at Actors' Playhouse for whom he has previously orchestrated the hit revival of Jeanne Bargy and Jim Eiler's classic American musical adaptation of THE WIZARD OF OZ. ALICE THE MUSICAL has been produced in six professional productions across Ireland since its 1998 premiere and was nominated as 'Best Drama' at the 1999 Belfast City Arts Awards. The show receives its English premiere in December 2008. More information, including past production photos, music samples, and video clips can be found online at pbmusicals.com | info
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Alice: The Musical
original book, music and lyrics by MMD Associate Paul Boyd
The Egg Theatre, Theatre Royal Bath UK
15 January 2009 - 17 January 2009
Currently celebrating ten years of hit productions across Ireland, Paul Boyd's ALICE THE MUSICAL will be presented in an amateur production by the students of Performing Arts at City of Bath College at The Egg Theatre, Theatre Royal Bath in January 2009. The show has been produced in six professional productions across Ireland since its 1998 premiere, was nominated as 'Best Drama' at the 1999 Belfast City Arts Awards, and will receive its professional English premiere in December 2008 in a new production at the Castle Theatre in Wellingborough directed by Simon Wegrzyn and choreographed by Darren Royston. | info
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In Full: Bloom
an evening of songs by MMD Associate Charles Bloom
The Stephen Sondheim Center for the Performing Arts 200 North Main Street, Fairfield IA USA
15 January 2009 - 17 January 2009
A World Première song cycle which examines three relationships set against the prism... or prison...of show business. | info
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S4K's The Tempest
- The Musical
by MMD Associates Julian Chenery, Matt Gimblett and William Shakespeare
Touring UK Theatres UK
13 January 2009 - 3 April 2009
S4K's musical adaptations of the Bard. Julian writes: As ever, we would be delighted to arrange comps for any MMD embers – please call 01324 894548 | info
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Mary Poppins
with new songs by MMD Associates George Stiles & Anthony Drewe
Millennium Centre Manchester UK
11 December 2008 - 7 March 2009
The West End and Broadway success touring the UK | info
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Peter Pan - A Musical Adventure
book by Willis Hall, music by MMD Associate George Stiles, Lyrics by MMD associate Anthony Drewe, based on Peter Pan by J M Barrie
Quarry Theatre, West Yorkshire Playhouse Leeds UK
22 November 2008 - 31 January 2009
Musical retelling of J M Barrie's timeless story about a boy who never grew up. First seen as a concert at the Royal Festival Hall in 2001. The WYP production is a transfer of last Christmas' staging at the Birmingham Rep Theatre directed by Rachel Kavanaugh, with musical direction by Steve Ridley, set and costume designs by Peter McKintosh, choreography by Jenny Arnold, fight direction by Terry King, lighting by Paul Pyant, sound by Mike Walker and orchestrations by David Shrubsole. Starring James Gillan as Peter Pan and David Birrell as Captain Hook with Thomas Aldridge, James Bisp, James Byng, Martin Callaghan, Stephen Carlile, Michelle Cornelius, Craig Dinnewell, Tim Edwards, Clare Halse, Kirsty Hoiles, Christopher D Hunt, Bradley Jaden, Amy Lennox, Gregg Lowe, Dominic Ridley, Simon Schofield, Jake Abbott, Jed Berry and Hamish Rae. | info
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Simply Cinderella
music and lyrics by MMD Associate Grant Olding; book by Toby Davies
The Curve Leicester UK
4 December 2008 - 24 January 2009
A spectacular and complete re-imagining of the classic Cinderella story, by the writers of Three Sides, Spittin' Distance and Yeti: an abominamusical, directed and choreographed by Adam Cooper. This brand new original musical opens the impressive new Curve Theatre in Leicester. | info
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Edward Scissorhands
written and directed by Matthew Bourne; music by MMD Associate Terry Davies
Sadlers Wells Theatre London UK
3 December 2008 - 18 January 2009
Dance version of the Tim Burton/Johnny Depp film | info
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Peter Pan
by MMD Associate Julian Chenery and Colin Warnock
White Rock Theatre Hastings East Sussex UK
10 December 2008 - 4 January 2009
Musical adaptation of JM Barrie's classic. | info
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Cinderella
book by Paul Tate, original Music and Lyrics by Alexander S. Bermange
Shaw Theatre 100-110 Euston Road, NW1 2AJ London UK
9 December 2008 - 3 January 2009
Starring Britt Ekland and Dominic Littlewood, Directed by Beth Eden. | info
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