David Bowie’s Lazarus

The London premiere of David Bowie’s Lazarus at the King’s Cross Theatre

David Bowie and Tony Award-winning playwright Enda Walsh’s off-Broadway production of Lazarus transfers to London’s King Cross Theatre.

Directed by Ivo van Hove, Lazarus is inspired by Walter Tevis’ best-selling 1963 novel The Man Who Fell to Earth and features new songs specially composed by Bowie as well as new arrangements of previously recorded songs including Changes, Absolute Beginners and The Man Who Sold The World.

The world premiere production of Lazarus starring Michael C Hall opened on 7 December 2015 at the New York Theatre Workshop, off-Broadway, shortly before Bowie’s death from cancer.

Reprising their roles from the original New York production are Michael C Hall (Thomas Newton), Michael Esper (Valentine) and Sophia Anne Caruso (Girl).

Lazarus will run from 25 October 2016 until 22 January 2017 at the Kings Cross Theatre South.

What’s the Story?

Lazarus is based on the classic sci-fi novel The Man Who Fell to Earth by Walter Tevis and centers on the character of Thomas Newton, famously portrayed by David Bowie in the 1976 film.

In search of water for his dying planet, an alien arrives on earth.

Experimented on by the Government and prevented from leaving, he is doomed to live a miserable reclusive life surrounded by wealth and excess.

A glimmer of hope arises when a mysterious girl appears to help him escape planet Earth. But something lurks in the shadows.

Who’s in it? Cast

The cast features Michael C Hall(Thomas Newton), Michael Esper (Valentine), Sophia Anne Caruso (Girl), Amy Lennox (Elly), Gabrielle Brooks, Sydnie Christmas and Maimuna Memon (Teenage Girls), Richard Hansell (Zach), Jamie Muscato (Ben), Tom Parsons (Michael) and Julie Yammanee (Maemi).

Creative Team

Inspired by Walter Tevis’s novel The Man Who Fell to Earth, Lazarus has a book and lyrics by David Bowie and Enda Walsh; Directed by Ivo van Hove with sets and lighting by Jan Versweyveld, costumes by An D’Huys, video by Tal Yarden, sound by Brian Ronan; choreography by Annie-B Parson and dramaturgy by Jan Peter Gerrits.

Lazarus (Original Cast Recording): AMAZON

Lazarus: The Complete Book and Lyrics: AMAZON

Show Information

Cast Highlights

Michael C Hall

Important Notes

Age restrictions: The performance is suitable for children aged 12 and older. Children under 8 years old will not be admitted.

Important Info: All ticket holders are required to bring valid photo ID, such as a passport, identity card, or British driving license. You may not be admitted without valid photo ID.

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Photos: First Look at the West End production of Lazarus

First look at the London production of Enda Walsh and David Bowie's Lazarus at the King's Cross Theatre Ahead of its opening this month, production photos have been released of Lazarus which transfers from New York with original cast members Michael C Hall, Michael Esper and Sophia Anne Caruso. The Uk production will be completed by Amy Lennox (Kinky Boots), Gabrielle Brooks (The Book Of Mormon), Sydnie Christmas, and Maimuna Memon, Richard Hansell (A View From The Bridge), Jamie Muscato (Bend It Like Beckham), Tom Parsons (Once) and Julie Yammanee (Priscilla Queen Of The Desert). Featuring songs from Bowie’s iconic catalogue along with new music written for the stage, Lazarus is inspired by Walter Tevis’ novel The Man Who Fell To Earth, and follows a man, Thomas Newton, who perpetually remains on Earth, unable to die, yet seeks freedom from this fate – a freedom which the arrival of another lost soul might finally grant him. Lazarus runs until 22 January 2017 at the King's Cross Theatre. BOOKING Book tickets to Lazarus

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Full casting announced for Lazarus

Full casting has been announced for the European premiere of Lazarus, the musical by Enda Walsh and the David Bowie, which transfers from New York. As previously announced Michael C Hall, Michael Esper and Sophia Anne Caruso are all reprising their roles – Newton, Valentine and Girl respectively – from the sell-out New York production. Joining them will be Amy Lennox (Kinky Boots) as Elly, Gabrielle Brooks (The Book Of Mormon), Sydnie Christmas (Kick Ass 2) and Maimuna Memon (The Busker’s Opera) as Teenage Girls, Richard Hansell (A View From The Bridge) as Zach, Jamie Muscato (Bend It Like Beckham) as Ben, Tom Parsons (Once) as Michael and Julie Yammanee (Priscilla Queen Of The Desert) as Maemi. Featuring songs from Bowie’s iconic catalogue along with new music written for the stage, Lazarus is inspired by Walter Tevis’ novel The Man Who Fell To Earth, and follows a man, Thomas Newton, who perpetually remains on Earth, unable to die, yet seeks freedom from this fate – a freedom which the arrival of another lost soul might finally grant him. Directed by Olivier Award-winner Ivo van Hove, the much anticipated London production will take place in a brand new 900-seater venue at King's Cross Theatre. Lazarus runs from 25 October 2016 until 22 January 2017 at the King's Cross Theatre. BOOKING Book tickets to Lazarus

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5 reasons to see David Bowie’s new musical Lazarus

David Bowie’s musical Lazarus has confirmed it will open in London this autumn at the Kings Cross Theatre. Here are 5 reasons it is a must see: 1. It was co-written by Bowie. The show was co-written by Bowie and award-winning playwright Enda Walsh and will be the first time any theatrical work from the late singer has been shown on the London stage. Inspired by Walter Tevis' book, The Man Who Fell To Earth, the show is about a human looking alien who is trapped on Earth, disillusioned by life but unable to die. Bowie starred in the 1976 film adaptation. 2. It showcases 3 unreleased Bowie tracks Fans will hear three unreleased Bowie songs (No Plan, Killing a Little Time and When I Met You) as well as new arrangements of classic songs including Changes, Absolute Beginners and The Man Who Sold The World. 3. The New York cast are transferring with the show There was much speculation on whether Michael C Hall would transfer with the London production due to prior film commitments so getting Hall on board is a major coup. Hall is most famous for the hit US crime series Dexter and Six Feet Under. Also transferring are Sophia Anne Caruso and Michael Esper. 4. It was a smash hit in the US The New York run was a huge hit at the New York Theatre Workshop with the run selling out almost immediately. Tickets were then being sold on secondary sites for thousands of dollars. It’s likely it will replicate that success across the pond. 5. It’s directed by Ivo van Hove The musical is directed by acclaimed Belgium director Ivo van Hove who previously directed the award winning production of A View From the Bridge with Mark Strong. Lazarus will run from 25 October 2016 until 22 January 2017 at the Kings Cross Theatre South. BOOKING Book tickets to Lazarus

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Michael C Hall to star in David Bowie musical Lazarus

Michael C Hall will reprise his role from the original New York production of Lazarus when it transfers to London later this year. Inspired by the book, The Man Who Fell To Earth, Lazarus is a new stage musical featuring Bowie’s songs and is co-written by Bowie and award-winning playwright Enda Walsh. Directed by award winning director Ivo van Hove the show tells the story of a human-looking alien who has become trapped on Earth. Also reprising their roles from the New York production are Michael Esper and Sophia Anne Caruso. Lazarus premiered last year in New York just prior to Bowie’s death in January 2016. Rolling Stone praised the production as a “WILD, FANTASTICAL, EYE-POPPING. A SURREALISTIC TOUR DE FORCE.” Lazarus will run from 25 October 2016 until 22 January 2017 at the Kings Cross Theatre. BOOKING Book tickets to Lazarus

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Lazarus might be heading to the King’s Cross Theatre

The UK premiere of David Bowie's Lazarus might be heading to the King's Cross Theatre. At the time of Bowie's death it was reported the production would transfer to London however the producers were looking for an alternative theatre space to what was available in the West End. Reports in the press this week have indicated a temporary 800 seat theatre is to be built for the show at the site of the King's Cross Theatre complex, home to hit shows In the Heights and The Railway Children. It was also reported the production would be 'tweaked' and 'fine tuned' before it opened in London, possibly in late Autumn 2016 or early Spring 2017. Directed by Ivo van Hove Lazarus is inspired by the classic sci-fi novel The Man Who Fell to Earth by Walter Tevis and centers on the character of Thomas Newton, famously portrayed by Bowie in the 1976 film. An alien comes to earth in search of water for his dying planet, prevented from leaving by the Government, he is doomed, unable to leave yet unable to enjoy his new life on earth. Lazarus features new songs specially composed by Bowie as well as new arrangements of previously recorded songs including Changes, Absolute Beginners and The Man Who Sold The World. The world premiere of Lazarus starring Michael C Hall opened on 7 December 2015 at the New York Theatre Workshop, off-Broadway, shortly before Bowie's death from cancer. You can read a reviews round-up of the sold out production here.  Lazarus has a book and lyrics by David Bowie and Enda Walsh. BOOKING Book tickets to Lazarus

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Reviews round-up: David Bowie’s off-Broadway musical Lazarus

A Reviews Round-up for David Bowie's new off-Broadway musical Lazarus The world premiere production of Lazarus, by David Bowie and Tony Award-winning playwright Enda Walsh opened Off-Broadway on 7 December at the New York Theatre Workshop. Directed by Ivo van Hove and starring Michael C. Hall (Dexter, Hedwig), Lazarus is inspired by Walter Tevis' best-selling 1963 novel "The Man Who Fell to Earth," which was subsequently made into a film starring Bowie, and features new songs specially composed by Bowie as well as new arrangements of previously recorded songs. Whilst reviews are mixed, one thing is certain – Lazarus is bold, confusing and like no other musical you are likely to see anytime soon. Let’s hope it transfers to the West End soon. STORY Lazarus is inspired by Walter Tevis' best-selling 1963 novel "The Man Who Fell to Earth," about a human-looking alien who comes to Earth seeking a way to bring water back to his dying home planet. It was also adapted into a film in 1976 starring Bowie in the lead role of Thomas Newton. CAST The cast includes Krystina Alabado (Teenage Girl 1), Sophia Anne Caruso (Girl), Nicholas Christopher (Ben), Lynn Craig (Maemi), Michael Esper (Valentine), Michael C. Hall (Newton), Cristin Milioti (Elly), Bobby Moreno (Zach), Krista Pioppi (Teenage Girl 2), Charlie Pollock (Michael) and Brynn Williams (Teenage Girl 3) CREATIVE Lazarus By David Bowie and Enda Walsh, inspired by the novel “The Man Who Fell to Earth” by Walter Tevis; directed by Ivo van Hove; sets and lighting by Jan Versweyveld; costumes by An D’Huys; video by Tal Yarden; sound by Brian Ronan; music director, Henry Hey; choreography by Annie-B Parson; dramaturgy by Jan Peter Gerrits. Lazarus plays from 18 November 2015 until 20 January 2016 at New York Theatre Workshop. Lazarus will transfer to London's Kings Cross Theatre from 25 October 2016 starring Michael C Hall. BOOKING Book tickets to the London production of Lazarus

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