Casting is announced for a new Mayflower Southampton touring production of Noël & Gertie. With Gary Tushaw to play Noël Coward, Rebecca Trehearn to play Gertrude Lawrence, Joey Hickman and Michaela Murphy as Ensemble.
Mayflower Southampton today announce casting for Noël & Gertie, ahead of its premiere at Mayflower Studios, Southampton this September. The show will then head on a UK tour, visiting Leicester Curve and The Grand Theatre, Blackpool. The production will star Gary Tushaw as Noël Coward and Rebecca Trehearn as Gertrude Lawrence.
A heartfelt journey full of wit, warmth, and nostalgia, Noël & Gertie explores the fascinating friendship between two of the 20th century’s most iconic figures, Noël Coward and Gertrude Lawrence. Audiences will be taken to the glamourous era of British theatre, celebrating the special bond between the playwright and the actress.
Through a series of memories, the golden age of the West End is brough to life, where Noël Coward’s wit and panache for life meets Gertrude Lawrence’s elegance and grace. As well as highlighting their collaborative works, Noël & Gertie explores the personal chemistry that sparked their deep affection and fondness for one another.
Noël & Gertie features numbers from many Noël Coward works including Private Lives and the classic song, Don’t Put Your Daughter on the Stage, Mrs Worthington. Join one of the most legendary duos in show business history for an evening of style and elegance.
Gary and Rebecca will be joined on stage by Joey Hickman and Michaela Murphy, as ensemble and actor-musicians.
Noël & Gertie is directed by Mayflower’s Associate Artistic Director Thom Southerland (Titanic The Musical, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, The Illusionist).
