New circus and cabaret show Sabrage, from award-winning London theatre the Menier Chocolate Factory and entertainment producers and managers Strut & Fret, has been announced in London.
The world premiere of Sabrage, a brand-new theatrical experience that combines the worlds of circus and cabaret in a unique spectacle, will open at music venue Lafayette in King’s Cross next month.
Sabrage will be directed by Strut & Fret’s Scott Maidment, and run at Lafayette from 15 March, booking until 6 July 2025.
Sabrage is the ceremonial practice of opening a champagne bottle with a sabre; and the show promises to be an extravagant evening of cabaret and circus, where acrobatic talent and the finest cabaret from around the world are served with “an intoxicating blend of vintage French glamour, high-end spectacle and titillating acts to infatuate, illuminate and inspire”.
Lafayette founder, Ben Lovett, Mumford & Sons, said in a statement: “With over 250,000 music fans who’ve walked through our doors, we’ve had the privilege of hosting countless unforgettable moments—nights where artists have made our venue their home, even if just for one show. This year, we’re excited to evolve and expand our definition of what an arts venue can be. Partnering with Sabrage, we’ll introduce a one-of-a-kind experience to Lafayette, blending creativity and innovation in new ways”.
Scott Maidment, Creative Director of Strut & Fret and the director of Sabrage, said: “We are delighted to partner with the Menier Chocolate Factory to bring Sabrage to life at Lafayette. Our production infuses risqué cabaret acts and voyeurism with an intoxicating spectacle of burlesque and circus performance. With Menier Chocolate Factory’s commitment to championing groundbreaking productions and Lafayette’s reputation for delivering unforgettable experiences, Sabrage couldn’t be a better fit!”
A further press statement from the producers said: “After touring 32 countries for the past 25 years, Strut & Fret, with its unique and world-renowned brand of opulent, cheeky, edge-of-your-seat theatre, is excited to join forces with the Olivier and Tony Award-winning Menier Chocolate Factory presenting a cast of international circus elites and theatrical misfits.”
Extensive food and drink packages will be available at the venue, along with VIP access to backstage hideaway Nola’s Bar, an opulent speakeasy.
Scott Maidment’s credits include artistic partnership with Madonna, and directorial credits including LIMBO, Cantina, Blanc de Blanc, Blanc de Blanc Encore, Love Lust Lost, When Night Comes, The Party, Showtime at the Pink Flamingo, Boom Boom in the House of Casa Blah Blah, Fun House, The Secret Death of Salvador Dali, Tom Tom Crew, Dream Menagerie, Feasting on Flesh, Cantina and The Happy Sideshow.
Public booking opens this Friday 14 February at 9am.
Sabrage is running at Lafayette in London from 15 March to 6 July 2025.
More about tickets to SABRAGE at Lafayette in London
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