Jordan Luke Gage’s new musical Redcliffe will play the Criterion Theatre for 12 weeks only with performances from Thursday 28 January 2027.
Redcliffe was first presented at the Turbine Theatre as part of MTFestUK 2024 followed by eight sold out performances of a workshop presentation at The Other Palace.
The first full production was presented for a limited season at Southwark Playhouse this summer and won Jordan The Stage Debut Award, for Best Composer, Lyricist or Book Writer.
Jordan (Bonnie & Clyde, Heathers, &Juliet) will be reprising his acclaimed performance as William Critchard for the West End transfer. He commented:
“I am beyond thrilled that Redcliffe is transferring to the West End, giving us the chance to share this story with even more people. Our run at Southwark Playhouse was incredibly special, and the response deeply moving. I’m excited to build on that momentum, challenge perspectives, open hearts and spark meaningful conversations. The Criterion Theatre is the perfect home for Redcliffe, allowing us to expand the world we’ve created while preserving the intimacy and sense of community at the heart of the show.”
REDCLIFFE
Set against the backdrop of 18th century England, Redcliffe is inspired by the haunting love story of William Critchard and Richard Arnold in Redcliffe, Bristol.
This epic tale of forbidden love is charming, funny and devastating as two men find love in a world determined to keep them apart.
William, a man from humble beginnings, is swept up in a hurricane of passion and danger when he meets Richard, a sailor visiting the town. As suspicion grows and prejudice threatens to tear them apart, William and Richard must decide how much they are willing to risk for the chance to live – and love – freely.
REDCLIFFE CAST
JORDAN LUKE GAGE (BOOK, MUSIC, LYRICS AND STARRING AS WILLIAM CRITCHARD)
Jordan is an award-winning writer, composer, lyricist and actor. His writing debut Redcliffe sold out all performances at The Other Palace in 2024 before opening at Southwark Playhouse in Summer 2026. The production opened to rave reviews and played to sold out audiences across the run. Jordan’s work on Redcliffe was recognised at this year’s The Stage Debut Awards, where he won the award for Best Composer, Lyricist or Book Writer.
For his acting work, Jordan has originated lead roles in five West End shows including Olivier award winning &Juliet and Titanique. He has just played JD in Thelma & Louise at the Young Vic.
He won a Soho Film Award and has been nominated for a British Short Film Award for his performance in Alchemy of the Word, and is soon appearing as Gilbert in the feature film Lincoln in the Bardo starring Tom Hanks and Meryl Streep, and directed by Duke Johnson.
Further casting to be announced soon.
REDCLIFFE – CREATIVE TEAM
Book, music and lyrics by Jordan Luke Gage
Director Paul Foster
Choreographer Emma Woods
Set & Lighting Designer Andrew Exeter
Costume Designer Martin Hanly
Musical Supervisor Katy Richardson
Associate Musical Director and Orchestrations Ben Tomalin
Additional Orchestrations Ben Ferguson
Casting Director Will Burton
REDCLIFFE – ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
REDCLIFFE
28 JANUARY – 17 APRIL
THE CRITERION THEATRE
Press Night: 4 February 7pm
Performance Schedule:
Monday – Saturday at 7.30pm
Thursday and Saturday at 2.30pm
Running Time: 2 hours 20 minutes (including interval)
Age Guidance: 14+
Website: redcliffemusical.com
