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Clarke Peters’ exuberant new production of his award-winning Five Guys Named Moe at the new pop-up theatre in London’s Marble Arch has extended its run for the second time until Saturday 24 March 2018 due to popular demand.
Directed by Peters and featuring the hits of jazz legend Louis Jordan, and presented by Underbelly Productions in association with Cameron Mackintosh, Steven Harris and Westminster City Council, the revival of the hit show is currently playing to appreciative audiences in the heart of London.
Designed specifically for the production, the Marble Arch Theatre transports the audience back in time to the jazz bars of 1940s New Orleans. A unique circular auditorium ensures that the action truly takes place in the round, while the theatre’s authentic 1940s era foyer cocktail bar offers pre- and post-performance drinks that adds authenticity to the evening.
The production boasts musical staging and choreography by Andrew Wright, taking inspiration from Charles Augins’ original choreography. Set and costume design is by takis, with lighting design by Philip Gladwell and sound design by Ben Harrison.
First seen at the Theatre Royal Stratford East in 1990, Five Guys Named Moe soon transferred to the West End where it played for four years. In 1992 the show made its Broadway debut.
Commenting on the latest extension to the show’s run, associate producer Mackintosh said: “I couldn’t be happier that everyone wants more Moe and that the joint will continue to jump for several more months.”
Underbelly directors Charlie Wood and Ed Bartlam added: “There really ain’t no party like a Five Guys party and that’s exactly what audiences have been finding out; they’ve been on their feet every night of Five Guys Named Moe. Everyone loves the party atmosphere in the brand new Marble Arch Theatre – our incredible purpose-built New Orleans style venue. Clarke Peters has brought his own show thrillingly to life in this brand new production and we couldn’t be more delighted to announce that we’re extending the run to 24 March 2018.”
Cllr Robert Davis, deputy leader of Westminster City Council and Cabinet member for Business, Culture and Heritage commented: “Westminster City Council is delighted that the public have responded so positively to this brand new production of Five Guys Named Moe at the stunning Marble Arch Theatre. Extending the run of this internationally acclaimed musical will allow more residents, businesses and visitors to enjoy a fantastic evening of top class entertainment in a world class, iconic location and we look forward to welcoming them to the venue over the coming months”
Angela Thomas
Tickets for Five Guys Named Moe are available HERE.
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