“Performed on Jasmine Swan’s outstanding, colourful and highly functional set, Thespians could well join Mischief’s other successes in the West End.”
“Keeping the energy high and the dancing camp, Melody Sinclair-Marsh’s fabulous choreography is a joy to watch, whilst Robyn Grant’s masterful direction manages to make the chaos on stage flow naturally and effortlessly. Jasmine Swan’s set is a real highlight, with the grey walls of ancient Greece marbled with beautiful pastel colours that create a calm, dreamy feel to each scene, something that cleverly contradicts the often hectic narrative taking place. The detail in the gorgeous artwork used throughout the show is extraordinary, and the costumes are bright and fun and set the tone immediately. Amplifying the set with his lighting design is David Lowe, illuminating the scenery with vivid, rainbow lights as the final step to creating a world screaming with colour. It’s easy to see how well the creative team collaborated to bring to life a shared vision for the show, as the result is cohesive, charming, and truly stunning.”
“It’s five stars of perfection from beginning to end with the entire cast giving riotously entertaining and flawless performances. Set in the historical birthplace of theatre, this version of (ancient) Greece, the musical reveals how the world’s first acknowledged actor, Thespis, came up with the idea of performing in character. If you thought something funny happened on the way to the forum, wait until you see what happens en route to the amphitheatre. The show is a colossus of comedy.”
THESPIANS: GREECE THE MUSICAL (BUT NOT THAT ONE!)
Produced by Mercury Theatre, HOME Manchester, JPT Productions and Mischief Theatre
Book & Lyrics: JONATHAN SAYER
Music & Lyrics: ED ZANDERS
Director: ROBYN GRANT
Designer: JASMINE SWAN
Printed Artwork Scenic Illustrators: ALEX GUNNARSSON & KILLIAN FALLON
Choreographer: MELODY SINCLAIR
Lighting Designer: DAVID HOWE
Sound Designer: NICK LODGE
Musical Director: BEN SMITH
Photographer: MARK SENIOR