Blood Brothers
It's as relevant as ever perhaps more than ever
Liverpool Echo
Why see Blood Brothers?
The UK Favourite
Surpassing over 10,000 performances on London's West End (that's an incredible 24 years of shows), Willy Russell's Blood Brothers is safely one of the UK's favourite musicals. With modern classics such as 'Tell Me It's Not True', 'Marylin Monroe' and 'Bright New Day' among many more, discover once more (or for the first time) the heartwrenching yet uplifting journey that is this special show.
What Is The Story?
When working-class kid Mickey meets the well-to-do Eddie, it's impossible to deny their resemblance. Little do they know, they're more than just similar looking, they're actually twins, separated at birth when their mother, struck a desperate deal with her wealthy employer. When the two discover the sons have connected, they work hard to tear them apart again. A boiling mixture of superstition and class difference, Blood Brothers is a searing exploration of the gap between poor and rich and the age-old nature vs nurture debate.
Key Information
Audience
12 +
Run Time
Two hours and 45 minutes
Dates
6 - 10 Apr 2027
Cast
- Vivienne Carlyle as Mrs Johnstone
- Kristofer Harding as Narrator (Weston-super-Mare to Chester)
- Richard Munday as Narrator (Birmingham to Northampton)
- Sean Jones as Mickey
- Joe Sleight as Eddie
- Tricia Adele Turner as Mrs Lyons
- Beth Danher as Linda
- Jamil Abbasi as Neighbour
- Sarah Moss as Donna Marie and Miss Jones
- Amelia Poggenpoel as Brenda
- Jack Anthony Smart as Perkins
- Tim Churchill as Mr Lyons
- Michael Gillette as Sammy
- Alex Harland as Policeman and Teacher
- Graeme Kinniburgh as Bus Conductor and Postman
Please note: The producers can't guarantee the appearance of any performers on any specific date.
Creative
- Written by Willy Russell
- Directed by Bob Tomson and Bill Kenwright
- Musical Direction by Scott Alder
- Sound Design by Dan Samson
- Set and Costume Design by Andy Walmsley
- Lighting Design by Nick Richings
Reviews
Customer reviews
16 reviews, average rating: (4.8 Stars)
Janice
Sarah Jane Buckley - superb
Saw blood brothers this afternoon when Sarah Jane Buckley was playing the part of Mrs Johnstone. I've seen the show twice before and Sarah Janes performance surpassed the other Mrs Johnstone's I've seen. She was incredible. What a talent . Think the whole theatre was crying with her at the end. Amazing - and so glad I got to see her play this part. ... Read more
Charles Barclay
Never fails, entertainment gold
I have seen this show many times, The Woking show is superb in every respect
The Theatre itself is an excellent venue, the location. seating, facilties and STAFF are great.
Plenty of eating places around, plus bars including within the Theatre entrances.
The Sets and Actors bring to life a fabulous story/musical and heart rendering reflection of social divides.
You will laugh and cry, above all you will be well entertained.
Not to be missed.
CB ... Read more
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