The Grinning Man
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In November 2024, we delved into the mesmerising world of "The Grinning Man" at the New Wimbledon Studio. Based on the captivating Victor Hugo novel, this visually stunning and emotionally charged musical combines elements of dark fairy tales, love, and redemption to create an unforgettable theatrical experience.
Book by: Carl Grose
Music by: Tom Phillips & Marc Teitler
Lyrics by: Carl Grose, Tom Morris, Tom Philips & Marc Teitler
Arrangements & Orchestrations by: Tom Phillips & Marc Teitler
This amateur production is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals
Cast
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​Grinpayne: Joe McWilliam
Dea: Abbie Minnock
Ursus: Johan Samuelsson
Barkilphedro: Will Garrood
Duchess Josiana: Kate Landy
Lord David Dirry-Moir: Tom Harper
Queen Angelica: Laura Marshall
Osric/ Mojo: Alex Blackie
Mojo: Miranda Evans
Lord Trelaw: Jamie Wright
Mother: Beth Owen
Woman in the Snow/ Quake: September Taliana-Carey
Kupsak: Amy Allen
King Clarence: Julian Briscoe
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Creative Team
Director
Jamie Miller Hughes
Musical Director
Eve Millward
Movement Director
Kim Sch
Associate Director
Kathryn Felton
Artwork: by Alex Blackie
Photography credits: Russell Hughes @rusty.the.snapper
