‘SCISSORHANDZ’
A MUSICAL REINVENTED
TO HAVE EUROPEAN PREMIERE AT
SOUTHWARK PLAYHOUSE ELEPHANT
FROM 23 JANUARY 2025
TICKETS ON SALE NOW
Producers Bradley Bredeweg, Kelley Parker & Brian Pendleton, with co-producers Lance Bass and Michelle Visage, are thrilled to announce the highly anticipated European premiere of Bredeweg’s critically acclaimed musical SCISSORHANDZ: A Musical Reinvented which will open at Southwark Playhouse Elephant from 23 January 2025 for an exclusive 10-week engagement closing on 29 March. There will be an official opening night on Thursday 30 January. Tickets on sale now!
SCISSORHANDZ is a fresh and funny reinvention of Tim Burton’s cult classic Edward Scissorhands. This pop-musical parody extravaganza is a celebration of those who dare to be different, packed with a killer soundtrack featuring the likes of Taylor Swift, Lady Gaga & Alanis Morissette, plus more iconic hits you know and love. This is more than just a musical; it’s a movement!
After a wildly successful, sold-out run in Hollywood, where it captivated audiences and earned rave reviews, SCISSORHANDZ is set to take London by storm.
Casting to be announced.
Michelle Visage said ““I am beyond excited to join the producing team for SCISSORHANDZ! The energy, the message, the joy—it’s everything we need right now. In a world that feels a little upside down, this show is a celebration of life, individuality, and fierce self-expression. It’s a reminder to live out loud and take up space. And let me tell you, we’re not just creating a show, we’re creating a movement. You know I’ll be throwing some fabulous parties during the run—I mean, what’s a Michelle Visage production without a little sparkle and sass? Get ready, because it’s going to be an unforgettable ride!”
Lance Bass added “Producing SCISSORHANDZ has been one of the greatest pleasures of my career and I can’t wait for London to experience this show! I think audiences in the UK will really embrace the show. It hits every note, pulling at your heartstrings and bringing every emotion to life! From the moment the curtain rises, you’re taken on a rollercoaster ride that’s both whimsical, hilarious, and deeply moving. It’s not just a musical —it’s a sensory journey, blending stunning visuals with a playlist packed with your favorite songs, making it feel like the soundtrack of your life. You’ll laugh, you’ll cry, and by the end, you’ll be on your feet, feeling like you’ve just experienced something truly unforgettable.”
The producers said “We are beyond excited to bring SCISSORHANDZ to London, a city that has always championed exciting and unique theatre. We believe this show is for anyone who’s ever felt marginalised for being unique themselves — whether that means quirky, queer, or anything in between. After an incredible run in Los Angeles, where audiences returned multiple times and even formed a dedicated following as ‘Scissorfans,’ we knew London was the perfect next step. It’s the epicentre of musical theatre and fresh, innovative work. We can’t wait to introduce this joyful, 90-minute celebration of individuality to a city that truly understands the power of embracing what makes people unique“
And finally, Director Bradley Bredeweg said “As a lonely quirky gay kid growing up in the 80s and 90s, this film meant the world to me because it spoke to anyone who felt like they didn’t quite fit in. That spirit of celebrating the weird and wonderful is at the core of SCISSORHANDZ — a tribute musical and a parody all rolled into one. Our thrill ride of a show is packed with joy and heart, and it’s about owning exactly who you are, even if you happen to have scissors for hands. In a world where people crave that kind of joy more than ever, I’m honoured to bring this story to a new audience in London.”
SCISSORHANDZ is written and directed by Bradley Bredeweg with choreography by Alexzandra Sarmiento, musical direction by Gregory Nabours, set design by James Pearse Connelly, costume design by Abby Clarke, , lighting design by Adam King, sound design by Yvonne Gilbert, casting by Harry Blumenau Casting, production management by James Anderton and general management by Wildpark Entertainment.
Website: scissorhandzthemusical.com
Instagram: @scissorhandzmusical
TikTok: @scissorhandzmusical
LISTINGS INFORMATION
23 January – 29 March 2025
Southwark Playhouse Elephant
1 Dante Place,
London,
SE11 4RX
Performances:
Previews all at 7pm
Wednesday, Thursday at 7pm
Fridays at 6pm & 8.30pm
Saturdays at 3pm & 7pm
Sundays at 2pm & 6pm
w/c 24 March
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday at 7pm
Friday at 6pm & 8.30pm
Saturday at 3pm & 7pm
Sunday No performance
N.B there is an additional performance at 7pm on Tuesday 18 February
Box Office
020 7407 0234 / southwarkplayhouse.co.uk
Box Office opens Mon – Sat, 10am – 6pm.
Tickets
Previews 23 – 29 January | All tickets £20
Standard tickets from £25
Concessions apply to full time students, patrons over 65, patrons under 16, disabled patrons, and patrons claiming Universal Credit.
Disabled patrons may bring a companion/carer free of charge.
Southwark Playhouse has a group booking rate that offers ten tickets for the price of nine.