Patrons: David Babani Don Black Judi Dench Maria Friedman Cameron Mackintosh Julia McKenzie Paul Nicholas Harold Prince Jeremy Sams Stephen Sondheim Richard Stilgoe
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Shows On
current and forthcoming shows by MMD Associates in date order
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by MMD Associate Willy Russell
Phoenix Theatre London UK
28 July 1988 - still running
One of the longest running musicals in the West End and a massive success all over the world, continues its London run. more info/booking
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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! more info/booking
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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. more info/booking
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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. more info/booking
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Touring the UK
8 September 2009 - 24 November 2009
Musical adaptation of Shakespeare’s famous "Scottish Play" more info/booking
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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. more info/booking
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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. more info/booking 0870 787 1866
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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. more info/booking 023 9264 9000
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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! more info/booking 0844 847 2475
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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. more info/booking 0870 033 2733
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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. more info/booking 0844 579 1971
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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). more info/booking 01738 621 031
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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) more info/booking 02890 385 673
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