WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE’S
AS YOU LIKE IT
DIRECTED BY JOSIE ROURKE @SOHOPLACE
STARRING LEAH HARVEY, ROSE AYLING-ELLIS,
ALFRED ENOCH AND MARTHA PLIMPTON
- A new production of William Shakespeare’s As You Like It, directed by Josie Rourke, is to be the second production @sohoplace, the first new build West End theatre to open in 50 years.
- The first performance is on Tuesday 6 December 2022 for a limited season until 28 January
2023. - The production stars Leah Harvey (Foundation, The Wonderful World of Dissocia) as Rosalind, Rose Ayling-Ellis (EastEnders, Strictly Come Dancing 2021 winner) as Celia making her West End debut, Alfred Enoch (Harry Potter films, Red West End) as Orlando and Martha Plimpton (The Good Wife, Sweat West End) in the role of Jaques. Further casting to be announced.
- Tickets go on general sale on Monday 17 October.
Nica Burns today announces a new production of William Shakespeare’s As You Like It, directed by Josie Rourke, starring Leah Harvey as Rosalind, Rose Ayling-Ellis as Celia, Alfred Enoch as Orlando and with Martha Plimpton in the role of Jaques. As You Like It will be the second production @sohoplace with the first performance on Tuesday 6 December 2022, running until 28 January 2023.
Josie Rourke, Director, said: “Nica has built a beautiful and vibrant new theatre for London and I’m proud to be part of her opening session. When I saw the new auditorium, saying “yes” to directing on that wonderful stage was one of the quickest answers I’ve ever given. I remember well from opening the new Bush Theatre the peculiar struggles and challenges of opening the doors on a new theatre and I’m honoured to be part of this important endeavour. As things feel tough, Nica has doubled down on theatre’s future in the capital and I’m want to support her and her team’s courage by creating a joyful and celebratory show for one of theatre’s most and intimate, welcoming new homes, @sohoplace. “
Nica Burns, Producer, said: “Our brilliant director Josie Rourke has brought together an outstanding cast and creative team to realise her vision for one of Shakespeare’s most popular plays. I am a very lucky producer to be working with this wonderful company.”
Design Rob Jones
Lighting Howard Harrison
Sound John Leonard
Music Michael Bruce