After receiving its world premiere in New York in 2023, Here We Are, the final musical by the legendary Stephen Sondheim with a book by Tony Award-nominee David Ives will have its UK premiere in a new production at the National Theatre from 23 April – 28 June 2025.
The National Theatre today announces further casting for their forthcoming UK premiere of Here We Are, the final musical by the legendary Stephen Sondheim with a book by Tony Award-nominee David Ives (All in the Timing/Venus in Fur). After receiving its world premiere and a sold-out run in New York in 2023, this unmissable musical comedy will receive a new production in the Lyttelton theatre. Inspired by two of Luis Buñuel’s iconic films, Here We Are is directed by two-time Tony Award-winner Joe Mantello (WICKED /Assassins).
Who’s in the cast?
Joining this new production in London are Chumisa Dornford-May (Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812), Jesse Tyler Ferguson (Modern Family), Richard Fleeshman (Company), Harry Hadden-Paton (Downton Abbey), Cameron Johnson (Guys & Dolls), Jane Krakowski (30 Rock), Martha Plimpton (Sweat) and Paulo Szot (South Pacific).
They join the previously announced cast Tracie Bennett (Follies) and Denis O’Hare (Tartuffe), who reprise their roles from the original production in New York, and Rory Kinnear (No Time to Die) who will be joining this new production in London. Further casting to be announced.
Creative team
Director Joe Mantello will stage a new production with set and costume designer David Zinn, choreographer Sam Pinkleton, orchestrations Jonathan Tunick, additional arrangements Alexander Gemignani, conductor Nigel Lilley, lighting designer Natasha Katz, sound designer Tom Gibbons and casting director Bryony Jarvis-Taylor.
What’s the show about?
Leo and Marianne Brink have found the ideal spot to take their friends. With great reviews, impeccable service and an extensive menu it seems like nothing could go wrong. But after a series of strange events interrupt their meal, they soon realise they’ve bitten off more than they can chew.
Assisted performances
Captioned
Saturday 24 May – 2.15pm
Friday 20 June – 7.30pm
BSL Interpreted
Tuesday 17 June – 7.30pm
Friday 27 June – 7.30pm
Audio described
Saturday 31 May – 2.15pm
Thursday 26 June – 7.30pm
Relaxed performance
Tuesday 10 June – 7.30pm
