The new musical will make its UK premiere at the Southwark Playhouse Elephant this month for a limited run.
Keala Settle in rehearsals for Fly More Than You Fall. Photo by Craig Fuller.
Here's your first look at Fly More Than You Fall.
Based on lived experiences, the new musical navigates grief as it follows Malia whose mother is diagnosed with terminal cancer. As Malia's life is in turmoil, she finds solace and strength in her stories. She creates an imaginative world where a brave bird named Willow mirrors her journey of resilience and growth.
The cast includes Tony nominated Broadway star Keala Settle as Malia’s mother Jennifer, Robyn Rose-Li stars as Malia, Cavin Cornwall (Paul), Sara Bartos (ensemble), Maddison Bulleyment (Willow), Edward Chitticks (Flynn), Bessy Ewa (ensemble), Max Gill (Caleb), Harry Mallaghan (ensemble), JoJo Meredith (ensemble), Zasha Rabie (swing), Kieran Usher (ensemble).
Directed by Christian Durham, the creative team includes Associate Director Georgie Rankcom, Movement Director Heather Douglas, Orchestrations and Arrangements Daniel Edmonds, General Manager James Steel Productions, Casting Director Pearson Casting CDG and Lead Producer Marc David Levine.
Fly More Than You Fall is playing at Southwark Playhouse Elephant from 18 October - 23 November 2024.
