Edinburgh residents and visitors to the capital will be able to indulge in Bill Kenwright’s production of Saturday Night Fever as it comes to the city this November.
Audiences will be able to experience the iconic Bee Gees soundtrack live on stage and boogie the night away in the aisles. The story of the musical follows a young dancer Tony Manero as they try to pursue a career in the industry.
The show is said to pay tribute to the 1977 John Travolta film but will include more drama, music and choreography that will get viewers hot under the collar. Those wishing to head along will be able to see the performance from November 1-5.
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On the show, the Edinburgh Playhouse said: “Direct from the West End, Bill Kenwright’s production of Saturday Night Fever returns this year treading our boards for its only Scottish dates this November to give audiences a chance to experience the best-selling Bee Gees soundtrack live on stage in this spectacularly reimagined musical which promises to have you grabbing your boogie shoes and grooving all the way home!
“Saturday Night Fever follows the story of Tony Manero, as he embarks on a reckless yet thrilling road to dancing success. It’s a homage to the 1977 John Travolta classic with more drama, more music, and hot new choreography and features onstage actor-musicians in the roles of the Bee Gees, singing all your favourite hits!
“Jack Wilcox will lead the cast in the role of Tony Manero joined by Rebekah Bryant as his dance partner Stephanie including the onstage presence of the Bee Gees, played by Drew Ferry, Oliver Thomson and AJ Jenks.
“Featuring songs from one of the bestselling movie soundtracks of all time, including the 70s disco classics, Stayin’ Alive, How Deep Is Your Love, Night Fever, Tragedy, and many more, Saturday Night Fever promises to be a night to remember!”
Saturday Night Fever is produced and directed by Bill Kenwright, with choreography by Bill Deamer, design by Gary McCann, lighting by Nick Richings, and sound by Dan Samson. The stage adaptation is by Robert Stigwood in collaboration with Bill Oakes.
Completing the glittering line-up are: Harry Goodson-Bevan (Bobby C); James Brice (Gus); Liam Morris (Double J); Dominic Gore (Joey); Billie Hardy (Annette); Tosca Fischer (Connie); Emily Bolland (Linda); Phillip Aiden (Frank Senior); Marios Nicolaides (Frank Junior); Melody Jones (Flo Manero); Faizal Jaye (DJ Monty); Yiota Theo (ensemble); Ashley Luke Lloyd (ensemble); Anthony Starr (ensemble); Joshua Clayton (ensemble); Helen Gulston (ensemble) and James Cohen (ensemble).
Anyone wanting to buy tickets for Saturday Night Fever can do so by clicking here.
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