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Jacob Richmond has written several plays, including: The Qualities of Zero (Dora Award nomination, Montreal MECCA Award winner for Best Text); Small Returns (Theatre Passe Muraille); Legoland (SummerWorks Award for Best Text, Frigid Festival New York Favorite Production, Vancouver Fringe Favorite Award); From Canada to Canada (CBC Radio One Award, Best Comedy); and The Punch and Judy Show (Caravan Farm Theatre). Born in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, he majored in history and performance at Concordia University (Montreal) and is co-founder of Atomic Vaudeville, a popular cabaret theater series in Victoria, BC.


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Photos: RIDE THE CYCLONE in Rehearsal at Southwark Playhouse Elephant
by Stephi Wild - Jun 4, 2026

All new rehearsal photos have been released for RIDE THE CYCLONE at Southwark Playhouse Elephant, which returns following its UK premiere run in 2025. Check out the photos here!
Divina De Campo Joins RIDE THE CYCLONE at Southwark Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - May 21, 2026

Drag queen and singer Divina De Campo, runner-up on RuPaul's Drag Race UK, will join the cast of RIDE THE CYCLONE THE MUSICAL at Southwark Playhouse Elephant, reprising its record-breaking UK premiere run.
RIDE THE CYCLONE, THE LITTLE MERMAID, and More Set For Metropolis Performing Arts Centre 2026-2027 Season
by Stephi Wild - May 13, 2026

Metropolis Performing Arts Centre has announced its 2026-27 season launching with Ride the Cyclone. Learn more about the full upcoming season lineup here!
Cast Set For the St Cassian's Chamber Choir in RIDE THE CYCLONE at Southwark Playhouse Elephant
by Stephi Wild - May 8, 2026

Kayna Montecillo and Josh Butler join returning cast members for RIDE THE CYCLONE THE MUSICAL at Southwark Playhouse Elephant, following the show's sold-out UK premiere run in 2025.
Review: RIDE THE CYCLONE, THE MUSICAL at Wilmington Drama League
by Rosanne DellAversano - Apr 28, 2026

For many, the wild and unpredictable ride of a roller coaster is exhilarating and euphoric, while for others, it is traumatic and elicits multiple phobic fears. The musical RIDE THE CYCLONE is very much like a roller coaster in that the mindset of the viewer makes all the difference. Labeled as a “wildly original new musical – part comedy, part tragedy, and wholly unexpected,” is RIDE THE CYCLONE worth the price of a ticket?
Review: RIDE THE CYCLONE at Theatre Raleigh ACT
by April Sigler - Apr 24, 2026

Ride the Cyclone at Theatre Raleigh ACT is weird, high-energy, and a whole lot of fun. With standout vocals, strong ensemble work, and surprising emotional depth, this production proves these rising artists are ones to watch. Step right up and take the ride.
Review: RIDE THE CYCLONE BY WITCH Music Theatre at Circa Theatre. Reviewed by Lottie Butcher
by Neil Brewer - Apr 11, 2026

What did our critic think of RIDE THE CYCLONE BY WITCH MUSIC THEATRE at Circa Theatre?
RIDE THE CYCLONE Will Return To Southwark Playhouse Elephant
by Stephi Wild - Mar 16, 2026

RIDE THE CYCLONE THE MUSICAL will return to Southwark Playhouse Elephant from Friday 19 June 2026 to Saturday 22 August 2026 following its UK premiere run in 2025.
RIDE THE CYCLONE Set for 2026 Season at Theatre South Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - Mar 12, 2026

Theatre South Playhouse has announced the return of the acclaimed musical RIDE THE CYCLONE for its 2026 season. This captivating production, which has previously won audience acclaim, will once again grace the stage.
Video: RIDE THE CYCLONE at the Southwark Playhouse Elephant
by Stephi Wild - Dec 27, 2025

An all new trailer has been released for the UK premiere of the hit cult musical RIDE THE CYCLONE which opened at the Southwark Playhouse Elephant in November Check out the video here!
Depot Theatre Reveals 2026 Season Lineup
by Stephi Wild - Dec 16, 2025

The Depot Theatre, the Adirondacks' first and oldest professional Equity theatre, has announced its 2026 season-a blend of new voices, beloved music, and intergenerational storytelling.
RIDE THE CYCLONE Adds Additional Performance at Southwark Playhouse Elephant
by Stephi Wild - Dec 12, 2025

Due to demand, there will be an additional performance of the UK premiere of RIDE THE CYCLONE THE MUSICAL, at Southwark Playhouse Elephant. Learn more here!
Review: RIDE THE CYCLONE, Southwark Playhouse Elephant
by Kat Mokrynski - Nov 20, 2025

Six teenagers are killed in a freak rollercoaster accident and find themselves in a competition in which they must sing a song to prove that they are the person that should be brought back to life by a mysterious fortune-telling machine. Quite the wild tale, no? But that’s only the beginning of Ride The Cyclone. The show, created by Jacob Richmond and Brooke Maxwell in Canada in 2009, has been given a run in London, directed and choreographed by Lizzi Gee.
Cast Set For RIDE THE CYCLONE at Lyric Arts
by Stephi Wild - Nov 19, 2025

Lyric Arts Company of Anoka announced the cast of RIDE THE CYCLONE with book, music, and lyrics by Jacob Richmond and Brooke Maxwell. Learn more about the production here!
RIDE THE CYCLONE & More Lead Dallas's November 2025 Top Theatre Shows
by Team BWW - Oct 31, 2025

Dallas is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. Selections for November 2025 include Ride The Cyclone & more.
Photos: RIDE THE CYCLONE UK Premiere in Rehearsal
by Stephi Wild - Oct 28, 2025

All new rehearsal photos have been released from the UK premiere of the hit cult musical RIDE THE CYCLONE which opens at the Southwark Playhouse Elephant in November. Check out the photos here!
Interview: 'It Feels Right To Be Doing Both': Director and Choreographer Lizzi Gee on Taking on Fan Favourite RIDE THE CYCLONE
by Kat Mokrynski - Oct 28, 2025

Recently, we had the chance to speak with Lizzi Gee, who is both the director and choreographer for this production of Ride the Cyclone. We discussed what it has been like taking on both of these creative roles, how it feels to be working on the European premiere of the work and even what she hopes audience members will take away from the show as a whole.
RIDE THE CYCLONE Opens Season 47 at Stage West
by Stephi Wild - Oct 3, 2025

Stage West, in association with Theatre TCU, will present the regional premiere of Ride the Cyclone with Book, Music, and Lyrics by Jacob Richmond and Brooke Maxwell.
The Barnstormers Theater Reveals Cast For RIDE THE CYCLONE
by Stephi Wild - Sep 29, 2025

The Barnstormers Theater has announced the cast of the highly anticipated cult-favorite musical Ride The Cyclone, with book, music, and lyrics by Jacob Richmond and Brooke Maxwell.
Full Cast and Creative Team Set For RIDE THE CYCLONE THE MUSICAL at Southwark Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - Sep 15, 2025

The full cast has been announced for the record-breaking UK premiere of RIDE THE CYCLONE THE MUSICAL, written by Jacob Richmond and Brooke Maxwell. Learn more here!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has Jacob Richmond written?

Jacob Richmond has written 1 shows including Ride the Cyclone (Book, Music and Lyrics).

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