Get transported back in time to gritty 18th Century Venice, the Opera capital of the world. below the sweet voices, there lies a dark secret. Catch the world premiere of Stiletto at the Charing Cross Theatre!
Great for
Fans of drama | Opera lovers | History fans
At London's Charing Cross Theatre, you can see the launch of Stiletto, a mesmerizing new musical. In this moving play, we are transported to the luxurious and dangerous world of 18th-century Venice as we dig into issues of love, ambition, and social limitations. Stiletto is sure to be a must-see for theatergoers in London, thanks to its illustrious creative team and outstanding ensemble.
Regarding the Show
In order to keep their high voices for opera parts, some 5,000 boys from poor families in 18th-century Italy were castrated every year. Marco, a young castrato with star potential, is the protagonist of Stiletto, which takes place in Venice, the opera center of Europe, during the winter of 1730–1731. Gioia, the gifted daughter of an African slave, crosses his path; unfortunately, social prejudices overwhelm her musical abilities. A moving story of love, ambition, and the pursuit of justice unfolds as their common love of music and their position as outsiders bring them together. Catch this thrilling world premiere at Charing Cross Theatre!
These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Show details
Genre: Plays
Audience: Suitable for 12+ yrs
Theater name: Charing Cross Theatre
Theater facilities: air conditioning, bar, restrooms
Theater accessibility: wheelchair spaces available, wheelchair accessible, guide dogs allowed, accessible restrooms
Dress code: Smart casual
Cast & crew
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Leading Roles: Jack Chambers as Marco, Jewelle Hutchinson as Gioia, Greg Barnett as Faustino, Sam Barrett as Luigi, Kelly Hampson as Contessa Azzurra, Douglas Hansell as Pietro, Connor Wood as Niccolo
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Director: David Gilmore
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Music & Lyrics: Matthew Wilder
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Book: Tim Luscombe
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Staging Consultant: Anthony Van Laast
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Musical Director: Jae Alexander
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Orchestrator: Simon Nathan
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Set Designer: Ceci Calf
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Costume Designer: Anna Kelsey
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Lighting Designer: Ben Ormerod
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Sound Designer: Andrew Johnson
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Casting: Neil Rutherford
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Executive Producer: Guy Kitchenn
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Produced by: Patrick Bywalski for the Robert Stigwood Organisation and Steven M. Levy for Charing Cross Theatre Productions Limited
Additional info
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You will receive an email with your Stiletto voucher. No need to print. Please carry a valid Photo Id for identification.
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