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The new drama about Beatles’ manager Brian Epstein, Please Please Me, has set the cast for its world premiere at the Kiln Theatre in London.

Directed by the Kiln’s artistic director Amit Sharma, Please Please Me is playing at the Kiln Theatre from 16 April, and has now extended by one week until 29 May 2026.

Tom Wright’s new play is the true story of the Beatles’ first manager Brian Epstein – often called the ‘Fifth Beatle’.

TV and stage star Calam Lynch (Sweetpea, What It Feels Like For A Girl, Miss Austen) stars as Brian Epstein, with Olivier Award-winner Eleanor Worthington-Cox (Next to Normal, Matilda) as Cynthia and Cilla.

The cast also features Noah Ritter (Running Man) as John; William Robinson (Bacon) as Peter / Mike; and Arthur Wilson (Here There are Blueberries) as Geoffrey / Harry.

What’s Please Please Me about? When Brian Epstein steps into the Cavern Club, he finds more than just a band – he finds his life’s calling. Captivated by the charismatic frontman, John Lennon, Brian sets out to make the Fab Four the most famous group on earth. But beyond the spotlight, he wrestles with gay secrets, longing, and love.

The wider creative team for Please Please Me includes set and costume design by Tom Piper; Co-costume design by Deborah Andrews; Lighting design by Rory Beaton; Composition and sound design by David Shrubsole; Movement direction by Jess Williams; and Casting by Amy Ball CDG. See more creatives on our show page.

Please Please Me - Casting announced

The cast of Please Please Me

Performance Information

  • Theatre: Kiln Theatre, 9 Kilburn High Road, London, NW6
  • Booking dates: 16 April to 29 May 2026
  • Age range: Recommended for ages 14+
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Main photo: Please Please Me - Casting announced. Calam Lynch, Eleanor Worthington-Cox, Noah Ritter (Photos via production)

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