New Adventures is delighted to announce the full cast for Matthew Bourne’s Cinderella, as it returns for its 30th anniversary, touring to Mayflower Theatre in March 2027.
One of New Adventures’ most cherished productions, this unique interpretation of the beloved fairytale returns to the stage in its wartime setting.
The title role of Cinderella will be played by Hannah Kremer and Katrina Lyndon, alongside Reece Causton and Rory Macleod as Cinderella’s heroic Pilot, Harry. James Lovell, Andy Monaghan and Kingston Taylor will play The Angel, while Michela Meazza, Daisy West and Nicole Kabera will portray Cinderella’s Stepmother, Sybil.
Completing the cast as Cinderella’s Step-Brothers and Sisters and the people of 1940s London are New Adventures stars Mark Austin, Benjamin Barlow Bazeley, Tom Barnes Standing, Isabella Chandler, Carla Contini, Adam Davies, Christina Gibbs, Louis Harris, Thomas Ireson, Rosanna Lindsey, Maisie Mwebe, Matthew Petty, Matthew Potlulski, Holly Shaw, Molly Shaw-Downie and Shakiera Ward. Making their New Adventures debuts in the production are Cameron Allan, Ethan Fairclough, Woody Freeman and Harry Hincks.
“It’s thrilling to welcome an almost entirely new cast to bring our epic wartime love story back to life for its 30th anniversary. In fact, apart from the wonderful Michela Meazza, who performed in the original 1997 production, all the principals will be taking on these coveted roles in Cinderella for the first time this season.
We are immensely proud that 73% of the Cinderella company have come through our New Adventures Talent Development programmes, created to ensure that our productions always present a combination of the finest world-class dance artists and the most exciting emerging talent that the UK has to offer.”
Matthew Bourne
This 30th anniversary tour brings an almost entirely new cast to this much-loved story, alongside some familiar faces. As the production continues to evolve with each new generation of performers, the company will have the opportunity to bring fresh interpretations to these beloved characters and leave their own mark on the production.
Around 70% of the Cinderella company have come through New Adventures’ Talent Development programmes, reflecting their ongoing commitment to nurturing the next generation of new artists and creating pathways into the company and the wider dance profession.
A unique and unforgettable depiction of a familiar but timeless fable
Matthew Bourne’s Cinderella | Mayflower Theatre | 9 – 13 March 2027
Matthew Bourne’s epic interpretation of the classic fairytale is a true war-time romance. A chance meeting results in a magical night for Cinderella and her dashing young RAF pilot, together just long enough to fall in love before being parted by the horrors of the Blitz.
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