Cast Announced for UK Tour of OF MICE AND MEN

Selladoor productions in association with The Marlowe Theatre Canterbury, announce casting for their a 10-week Uk Tour of the landmark Steinbeck classic Of Mice and Men opening at Marlowe Canterbury on 29 January 2018.

Richard Keightley (The Mousetrap, St Martin's Theatre) stars as George alongside Matthew Wynn (Hamlet, The Almeida; Measure for Measure, Young Vic) as Lennie, they will be joined on stage by Andrew Boyer (Candy), Cameron Robertson (Slim), Darren Bancroft (Carlson), Kevin Mathurin (Crooks), Harry Egan (Whit), Kamran Darabi Ford (Curley) ,Rosemary Boyle (Curley's Wife), and Robert Ashe (The Boss).

Written by Nobel Prize winner John Steinbeck and based on his own experiences in the twenties, Of Mice and Men tells the story of George and Lennie, two migrant ranch workers who dream of owning their own ranch. With nothing but the clothes on their back and a dream, the wily and bright George aspires to independence, to be his own boss and most importantly to be 'somebody'. Gentle Giant Lennie aspires to be with George and join him in his Eden, but as the saying goes - the best laid schemes of mice and men, often go awry

Set in the trying times of the Great Depression, when millions were forced to travel in search of a job and their dreams, Of Mice and Men is a powerful portrait of the American spirit and a heart-breaking testament to the bonds of friendship and what it means to be human.

Considered a challenging and controversial play this brand-new adaptation promises to bring to the stage a magical and imaginative story about trying to hold on to your dreams and friendships during fiercely tough times and a faceless destiny. A tale still relevant to modern times.

Guys Unsworth, Director says:

'Of Mice and Men is one of the great American stories that has stood the test of time. It's not only about the Great Depression in 1930s rural America but a timeless tale of loyalty and the struggles for survival in a cruel and competitive world. For me it is also one of the most beautiful stories ever told - both heart-warming and breaking at the same time. I fell in love with it when I studied it as a teenager, so it's always been on my bucket list to direct, and when I mention the title, so many people have a great fondness for it too. I can't wait to bring it back to the stage'

David Hutchinson, Executive Creative Producer of Selladoor Productions says:

'We are delighted to be bringing this timeless classic on a brand-new tour across the UK alongside such an exciting creative team. Giving people the chance to revisit this unforgettable story whilst also bringing it to the stage for a whole new generation of theatre goers'

Of Mice and Men is Directed by Guy Unsworth with Design by David Woodhead, Lighting Design from Bretta Gerecke, Sound Design from Ben Grant, with Mark Aspinall as Composer and Sinead O'Keefe as Movement Director.

Discover Of Mice and Men at a theatre near you visit www.selladoor.com for more information and full tour details. Find us on Twitter: @ MiceMenPlay and Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Of-Mice-And-Men-2018-482633915421246/

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LISTINGS

Marlowe Theatre, Canterbury 29 -Jan- 03 Feb 2018

www.marlowetheatre.com / 01227 787787

Northampton Royal 05 - 10 Feb 2018

www.royalandderngate.co.uk / 01604 624811

Theatre Clywd 19 Feb - 24 Feb 2018

www.theatrclwyd.com / 01352 701521

Theatre Royal Glasgow 26 Feb- 03 Mar 2018

www.atgtickets.com/glasgow / 0844 871 7647

Salisbury Playhouse 05 - 10 Mar 2018

www.salisburyplayhouse.com / 01722 320 333

Theatre Royal Brighton 12 - 17 Mar 2018

www.atgtickets.com/brighton / 0844 871 7650

Wimbledon New Theatre 19 - 26 Mar 2018

www.atgtickets.com/wimbledon / 0844 871 7646

Tunbridge Wells Assembly Halls 26 - 31 Mar 2018

www.assemblyhalltheatre.co.uk / 01892 530613

Manchester Opera House 09 - 14 Apr 2018

www.atgtickets.com/manchester / 0844 871 3018

Swansea Grand Theatre 16 - 21 Apr 2018

www.swansea.gov.uk/swanseagrandtheatre / 01792 475715

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