19 October 2023 - 11 December 2023
The London stage debut of Manic Street Creature
A fresh and thrilling take on a modern love story from Olivier nominee (Standing at the Sky’s Edge) Maimuna Memon. Love, lust, and late nights collide in a musical roller coaster, taking the audience through the euphoria and distress of two people dealing with their own and each other’s mental health.
From its multi award-winning run at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, including The Scotsman Fringe First, the Mental Health Fringe Award and The Stage Edinburgh Award, Manic Street Creature now transfers to Southwark Playhouse Borough for a strictly limited run.
Kirsty Patrick Ward (Moonlight & Magnolias, Groan Ups) directs Maimuna Memon, Rachel Barnes and Harley Johnston in the show which has book, music & lyrics by Memon.
Manic Street Creature runs from 19 October – 11 November 2023 at Southwark Playhouse Borough.
What's the story of Manic Street Creature?
Ria is working with her band to complete a new album- songs charting the rise and fall of a recent relationship. But the more Ria progresses, the more she’s drawn back to the darkness of her troubled past, until we’re not sure where memory ends and reality begins.
Who is in the cast of Manic Street Creature?
The cast features Maimuna Memon (Ria), Rachel Barnes (Heidi) and Harley Johnston (Raz).
Who are the creative team of Manic Street Creature?
Directed by Kirsty Patrick Ward (Moonlight & Magnolias, Groan Ups) with design by Libby Watson, sound by Sound Quiet Time and lighting by Jamie Platt. Pia Ashcroft is creative associate.
Book, Music & Lyrics by Maimuna Memon.
Reviews of Manic Street Creature
★★★★ The Guardian (Roundabout Theatre, Edinburgh 2022)★★★★ The Independent (Roundabout Theatre, Edinburgh 2022)
★★★★ The Stage (Roundabout Theatre, Edinburgh 2022)
★★★★ The Scotsman (Roundabout Theatre, Edinburgh 2022)
Show Information
Matinees: Saturday
Performance information is for guidance only. Check booking calendar for details.
Important Notes
We strongly advise that you arrive early and take your seats in advance of the start time as there is a no latecomers policy.
Venue Information
Southwark Playhouse Borough, 77-85 Newington Causeway, London, SE1 6BDNearest Tube or Train: Elephant & Castle (Bakerloo line, Northern line)
Nearest Buses: 35, 40, 133, 136, 333, 343, C10, N35, N133, N343
Ticket Information
Official London Theatre tickets for Manic Street Creature at the Southwark Playhouse Borough, London
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