An Officer and A Gentleman The Musical announces new UK tour in 2024
An Officer and A Gentleman The Musical is to embark on a UK tour from 2024!
Based on the 1982 film starring Richard Gere, the musical has a book by Douglas Day Stewart & Sharleen Cooper Cohen with songs by the likes of Madonna, Bon Jovi, Cyndi Lauper and Blondie.
The Curve production of the show opens at The Alexandra, Birmingham, on 23 February 2024 before touring throughout next year.
Casting for the tour is to be announced.
This timeless story of love, courage, and redemption will make your heart soar and leave you breathless, longing for more.
Be part of the emotional journey of Zack Mayo, a fearless young officer candidate, and the captivating Paula Pokrifki, whose fiery spirit matches his own. Their encounters ignite a spark that transcends boundaries, awakening a passionate love that defies all odds.
An Officer and A Gentleman The Musical tour tickets, dates and venues »
The production is directed by Artistic Director of Curve, Nikolai Foster with choreography by Joanna Goodwin, musical supervision and orchestration by George Dyer, set & costume design by Michael Taylor, lighting design by Ben Cracknell, sound design by Tom Marshall, wig, hair and make up design by Sam Cox and casting by Debbie O’Brien. This Made at Curve production is produced by Jamie Wilson, Jack Maple, Gavin Kalin and Jason Haigh-Ellery in association with Paramount Pictures and Warner Bros Theatre Ventures.
Director, Nikolai Foster said: “Filled with love and quiet profundity, An Officer and a Gentleman sensitively charts the lives of working class, military folk in America in the early 1980s.
“We are proud to be working alongside the film’s creator Douglas Day Stewart, producer Jamie Wilson, Sharleen Cooper Cohen and an incredible creative team to present this beautiful and inspiring story. We are excited to share some iconic 80s songs and this moving story with audiences across the UK.”
For more information and tickets, visit officerandagentlemanthemusical.com
