How to get Kiss Me, Kate tickets as Line of Duty's Adrian Dunbar makes West End debut
It's Another Op'nin, Another Show for Cole Porter's 1948 musical.
Who doesn't love a good Shakespeare retelling? The '90s and '00s rom-com may have been their heyday (think She's The Man, 10 Things I Hate About You etc), but now you have the chance to catch one live on stage: the new production of the 1948 musical Kiss Me, Kate.
If you're new to the musical, Cole Porter's classic is a Shakespearean romp with a double-edged soundtrack. Following the behind-the-scenes action of a musical production of Shakespeare's Taming of the Shrew, the story follows Fred and Lilli, a divorced couple playing the lead roles in the play.
As you can expect, many romantic entanglements, dramas and bickering ensue, threatening to transform Shakespeare's comedy into a tragedy. After all, the course of true love never did run smooth.
Kiss Me, Kate is widely seen as one of composer Cole Porter's greatest scores, filled with his characteristic quick wit and clever wordplay, as well as elements of classical music for songs taking place on the Shakespearean stage, and jazz and Broadway numbers taking place behind the scenes. It's no surprise that this spectacular show holds a Tony Award for Best Musical.
Fans of the stage and screen will be delighted to see some familiar faces in this production, with actor Adrian Dunbar (Line of Duty, Ridley) and Broadway legend Stephanie J Block (Into the Woods, 9 to 5) taking the two lead roles. This will be Dunbar's theatre debut and Block's West End debut, but they'll both be safe in the hands of acclaimed director Bartlett Sher (The King and I, To Kill a Mockingbird).
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Speaking about his debut, Line of Duty star Adrian Dunbar said, “I’m so delighted to be returning to the stage this summer to my spiritual home at the Barbican – where I started my career at The Guildhall School of Music and Drama – especially in this Cole Porter classic with the wonderful creative team including Bart Sher and Stephanie J Block. Summer 2024 just got a lot brighter!"
So, read on for everything you need to know about this latest production, including dates, venues and how to get tickets. It's going to be Wunderbar!
Get tickets for Kiss Me, Kate at London Theatre Direct
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Kiss Me, Kate with Adrian Dunbar: UK dates and venue
Theatre fans can catch this latest production of Kiss Me, Kate in the Barbican. This stunning theatre is easily accessible, with Moorgate and Barbican tube stations nearby, as well as a selection of bus routes.
The show will enjoy a 15-week run, beginning on 4th June 2024 and drawing to a close on 14th September 2024.
Get tickets for Kiss Me, Kate at London Theatre Direct
How much are tickets for Kiss Me, Kate?
Any Tom, Dick or Harry can snag a ticket from £36. Ticket prices will vary depending on your chosen seats and performance date.
Get tickets for Kiss Me, Kate at London Theatre Direct
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How to get tickets for Kiss Me, Kate with Line of Duty's Adrian Dunbar
Head to London Theatre Direct, where you can choose your favourite seats for the performance date that best suits you.
Get tickets for Kiss Me, Kate at London Theatre Direct
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