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Thom Southerland

Thom Southerland is a director, co-director whose BroadwayWorld credits include The Pianist, Violet, and Harold and Maude.

Productions

 
[West End, 2026]
Director
 
[West End, 2019]
Co-Director
 
[West End, 2018]
Director
 
[West End, 2017]
Director
 
[West End, 2017]
Director
 
[West End, 2016]
Director

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Full Cast Set For SCROOGE THE MUSICAL at Glasgow’s SEC Armadillo
by Stephi Wild - Sep 24, 2026

The full cast has been announced for SCROOGE THE MUSICAL, a musical adaptation of Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol, opening at Glasgow's SEC Armadillo. The production will be directed by Thom Southerland.
Video: THE PIANIST At Park Theatre- First Look
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 14, 2026

A video teaser has been released from the world premiere of The Pianist, starring Daniel Krikler as Wladyslaw Szpilman. The new musical will play Park Theatre in London October 15-November 28, 2026.
Photos: Daniel Krikler and More in THE PIANIST at the Park Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Sep 14, 2026

All new photos have been released from the world premiere of The Pianist, a new musical stage adaptation of Wladyslaw Szpilman’s memoir, the inspiration behind Roman Polanski’s Academy Award-winning film.
Video: THE PIANIST Rehearsal Trailer Released Ahead Of Park Theatre World Premiere
by Michael Major - Sep 9, 2026

Park Theatre has shared a rehearsal video for The Pianist, its new stage adaptation of Wladyslaw Szpilman's memoir featuring the composer's own music, ahead of the show's world premiere run.
THE PIANIST World Premiere Recording Released For Streaming; To Make Debut At  London’s Park Theatre
by Marissa Faith Curley - Sep 5, 2026

CENTER STAGE RECORDS has announced the release of The Pianist: World Premiere Recording – based on the new musical stage adaptation of Wladyslaw Szpilman’s internationally acclaimed memoir, the basis of Roman Polanski’s Academy Award-winning film.
THE PIANIST World Premiere Recording Will Be Released Ahead of London Run
by Stephi Wild - Sep 1, 2026

Center Stage Records will release THE PIANIST: World Premiere Recording, based on the new musical adaptation of Wladyslaw Szpilman's memoir, ahead of the show's UK premiere.
Photos: THE PIANIST in Rehearsal at the Park Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Aug 26, 2026

Rehearsal photos have been released for the world premiere of The Pianist, a new musical stage adaptation of Wladyslaw Szpilman’s internationally acclaimed memoir, the inspiration behind Roman Polanski’s film. Check out the photos here!
Interview: 'It's definitely not an easy process, but it has been great and beautiful' Daniel Krikler on THE PIANIST
by Kat Mokrynski - Sep 8, 2026

After a run at Mayflower Studios Southampton this month, Thom Southerland’s adaptation of Wladyslaw Szpilman’s memoir, The Piano, is coming to the Park Theatre in London. The show brings Szpilman’s true story to the stage, accompanied by the musician’s own music. Recently, we had the chance to speak with Daniel Krikler, who plays Wladyslaw Szpilman in The Pianist. We discussed how he prepared to take on the role of Szpilman, what it has been like participating in a show with actor-musicians and even why he wants to erase the labels of plays and musicals.
Full Cast Set For THE PIANIST World Premiere at Park Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jul 30, 2026

Daniel Krikler leads a cast of Rosalind Ford, Oliver Grant, TJ Holmes and others in the musical adaptation of Wladyslaw Szpilman's memoir, directed by Thom Southerland.
Karen Dunbar Joins SCROOGE THE MUSICAL in Glasgow
by Stephi Wild - Jul 24, 2026

Comedian, actor and broadcaster Karen Dunbar will join the cast of Scrooge the Musical this Christmas at Glasgow's SEC Armadillo. Learn more about the show here.
Daniel Krikler Will Lead World Premiere of THE PIANIST Musical
by Stephi Wild - Jun 11, 2026

Daniel Krikler will star as Wladyslaw Szpilman in the world premiere of THE PIANIST, a new musical stage adaptation of Szpilman's memoir, written and directed by Thom Southerland, at Park Theatre London.
THE PIANIST World Premiere Will Come to London This Autumn
by Stephi Wild - Apr 2, 2026

THE PIANIST, a new musical adaptation of Wladyslaw Szpilman's memoir, will run at Park Theatre, London, from 15 October to 28 November 2026, written and directed by Thom Southerland.
Gavin Mitchell Joins the Cast of SCROOGE THE MUSICAL at SEC Armadillo
by Stephi Wild - Apr 1, 2026

Gavin Mitchell will now take on the ghostly role of Jacob Marley alongside music legend Marti Pellow as Scrooge in Scrooge the Musical this Christmas at Glasgow's SEC Armadillo.  
Park Theatre Reveals HOLY FOOL World Premiere for Summer And Autumn Season Lineup
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 31, 2026

PARK THEATRE will present five new productions this summer and autumn, including the world premiere of HOLY FOOL and adaptations of THE PIANIST and BULL. The season features a mix of community-driven and historical narratives.
Sydnie Christmas and Madalena Alberto Join TO MAURY, WITH LOVE at Theatre Royal Drury Lane
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 11, 2026

Sydnie Christmas and Madalena Alberto complete the star line-up of the concert celebrating multi-Tony Award winning composer Maury Yeston's 80th birthday at Theatre Royal Drury Lane.
New Musical THE PIANIST Will Open at Mayflower Studios, Southampton
by Stephi Wild - Jan 26, 2026

Wolk Transfer Company has announced the world premiere of the new musical adaptation THE PIANIST, which will play a strictly limited engagement at the Mayflower Studios, Southampton.
Graham Bickley, Rob Houchen, and Kelly Mathieson Join Ramin Karimloo in TO MAURY, WITH LOVE
by Stephi Wild - Jan 21, 2026

Graham Bickley, Rob Houchen, and Kelly Mathieson are set to join Ramin Karimloo in the upcoming production of TO MAURY, WITH LOVE.
TITANIC: THE MUSICAL to Screen In HD At Park Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 15, 2026

As part of their ArtsCinema Stage2Screen Series, The Park Theatre of Jaffrey is presenting the HD filmed UK production of the Tony-winning musical Titanic: The Musical.
Marti Pellow Leads SCROOGE in New Musical Production at Glasgow's Armadillo
by Stephi Wild - Nov 11, 2025

One of Scotland's favourite music stars Marti Pellow is set to fulfil his life-long dream: portraying Scrooge in a major new musical directed by one of the most exciting theatre directors in the UK.
Ramin Karimloo Will Lead Concert Celebrating Maury Yeston
by Stephi Wild - Oct 23, 2025

To celebrate multi-Tony Award winning composer Maury Yeston's 80th birthday, producer Danielle Tarento will present a concert of his most well know and loved music, directed by Thom Southerland, and led by Ramin Karimloo.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has Thom Southerland written?

Thom Southerland has written 1 shows including The Pianist (Adaptor).

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