Clueless set to open at Trafalgar Theatre

Clueless The Musical is a new musical comedy based on the Paramount Pictures classic film. The modern spin on Jane Austen’s Emma gets another timeless makeover from the original film’s writer-director alongside a majorly acclaimed creative team. The eagerly anticipated reimagining for the stage will begin performances at Trafalgar Theatre on 15 February 2025, and is produced by Trafalgar Theatre Productions.

Cher Horowitz is the most popular student at Beverly Hills High, renowned for her unique talent at finding love for others. She’s about to embark on her biggest project yet – making over her awkward new friend, Tai, and setting her up with the most handsome boy in school. But what happens to Cher when, for the first time, everything is not perfect? This fresh musical comedy is fun, fashionable, and, like, so way cool.

Clueless is an exciting musical collaboration from an acclaimed creative team, featuring a book by the iconic voice of a generation, Amy Heckerling (writer-director of Clueless, director of Fast Times at Ridgemont High). Amy was pivotal in shaping the coming-of-age film genre, capturing the essence of teenage life with humour and authenticity.

The original score is by the multi-platinum singer-songwriter KT Tunstall (writer and performer of such celebrated hits as “Suddenly I See” and “Black Horse and The Cherry Tree”) and the lyrics are by GRAMMY Award® winner and three-time Tony Award® nominee Glenn Slater (The Little Mermaid, Sister Act). Together they bring a modern, musical vibe to the score blending the spirit of the 90s with a fresh contemporary sound.

Clueless makes its West End premiere under the direction of Rachel Kavanaugh (Chichester Festival Theatre and Regent’s Park Open Air), with choreography by Olivier Award® winner, Kelly Devine (Come From Away).

Original writer-director of Clueless Amy Heckerling said: “I am so delighted to announce that Clueless is now a musical with all-new songs. So if you loved the movie but didn’t understand why no one was singing, this is just for you. And if you’re meeting the characters for the first time, that’s cool, they totally rock. Hope to see you there!”

A special launch event took place last week in Soho’s Ham Yard Hotel, where a specially invited group of guests were treated to the first listen of the musical and given a taste of what to expect when the show arrives in London next year. Following a performance of her hit “Black Horse and The Cherry Tree”, KT Tunstall sat down with Rachel Kavanaugh to discuss the creative process behind the production.

Rehearsals get underway for The Duchess (Of Malfi)

From the rehearsal room of The Duchess (Of Malfi). Returning to the stage for the first time in over a decade, Jodie Whittaker (Doctor Who, Broadchurch) takes on the role of a lifetime in Zinnie Harris’ acclaimed contemporary adaptation of The Duchess of Malfi, playing at the Trafalgar Theatre for 11 weeks only from 5 October. Jodie leads an all-star cast including acclaimed actor and Motherland star Paul Ready, set to take on the pivotal role of The Cardinal. 

Rocky Horror fever!

💋Rocky Horror Show fever is sweeping the nation! Check out the fabulous new production shots of Jason Donovan and the stellar Rocky Horror cast💋

And at last week’s press night at London’s Dominion Theatre, guess who was the special guest star of the evening? None other than Rocky Horror Show creator extraordinaire, the legendary Richard O’Brien of course!

Behind the Scenes at Imagine Theatre

With panto season fast approaching, the team at Imagine Theatre have invited panto fans to go behind the scenes with a series of exclusive videos. Watch now!

Also, check out the latest episodes of the excellent podcast series, Just Imagine!

• Episode 87 – Behind the scenes at our most recent photoshoots – out now!
• Episode 88 – a chat with panto director and teacher David Lloyd Jones – out 27^th September
• Episode 89 – Relaxed and Accessible Performances – out 11^th October
• Episode 90 – Why to theatre tickets cost what they do? A walk through theatre finance with Sarah Boden – out 25^th October