UK Premiere of IF/THEN Adds Second Date

Adam Blanshay Productions and Daniel Hinchliffe have announced, due to popular demand, a second night for this exciting, staged concert, which will now take place on Monday 17th February. They have also revealed that musical theatre legend John Owen-Jones will join the cast for IF/THEN, the hit musical by Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning creators Tom Kitt and Brian Yorkey (Next to Normal).

With tickets now on general sale, the second show will have a strong focus on accessibility with BSL interpretation.  This is a huge and important commitment for a stage concert and shows the producer’s desire for the production to be as inclusive as possible.

John Owen-Jones is perhaps best known for his portrayal of Jean Valjean inLes Misérables and the Phantom in Andrew Lloyd Webber’sThe Phantom of the Opera. Alongside his extensive credits, he is also a successful recording artist and has performed in musicals such asThe Great British Bake Off Musical andLa Cage aux Folles. He joins the cast in the role of Stephen.

The concert version stars Adam Garcia as Josh, Kerry Ellis as Elizabeth, and David Hunter as Lucas.

Two-time Olivier Award nominee, Adam Garcia’s distinguished career spans stage and screen; he is known for his standout performances inChitty Chitty Bang Bang,Coyote Uglyand TheSerpent Queen.  His extensive theatre credits also include42nd Street, Wicked and Saturday Night Fever, while his film career features notable roles inKangaroo Jack andRiding in Cars with Boys.

Kerry Ellis is renowned for her performances inWicked, Anything Goes, We Will Rock You andLes Misérables, as well as her highly successful recording career. This will be the first time Garcia and Ellis have shared the stage since their performances in the original West End run ofWicked.

The final leading man will be played by critically acclaimed David Hunter, following his celebrated performances in multi-award-winning West End productions such asWaitress, Kinky Boots,andThe Time Traveller’s Wife. 

Joining the leads is a remarkable cast, including Olivier-award nominated Preeya Kalidas (Bombay Dreams, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, West End) as Kate, and Jenny Fitzpatrick (Oliver, Leeds Playhouse; Christmas Carol, Old Vic Theatre) as Anne. Carl Man (Wicked, UK and Ireland Tour; Death Note, West End) will play David and Joni Ayton-Kent (Priscilla The Party, Here at Outernet; Dead Hot, Amazon) will be Elena.

The ensemble line-up features Christian Maynard (Miss Saigon, Sheffield Theatres; & Juliet, West End) and Kayleigh Thadani (Crazy for You, Chichester Festival Theatre/West End; Cats, UK Tour). As well as Lauren Hall (Mamma Mia!, West End; Sister Act, West End) and Sario Solomon (Grease, UK and Ireland Tour; Pacific Overtures, Menier Chocolate Factory). Completing the cast are M-Jae Cleopatra Isaac (Hairspray, UK Tour; The Book for Mormon, West End/UK and European Tour) and Danny Becker (Chicago, UK Tour; Disney’s Frozen the Musical, West End).

This is the first time UK audiences will have the chance to experience the celebrated musical – presented in a staged concert format.  The production will be directed by acclaimed award-winning West End director Bill Buckhurst (101 Dalmatians The Musical; Sister Act; The Time Traveller’s Wife). The musical staging is by Olivier Award nominee Alistair David (Kiss Me, Kate, Show Boat), with music direction by acclaimed Michael England (The Phantom of the Opera, Les Misérables).

IF/THEN follows Elizabeth, a 38-year-old city planner returning to New York after twelve years, ready to rebuild her life in the wake of a recent divorce. Standing at a pivotal crossroads, Elizabeth faces a choice that will send her down two parallel paths, each leading to a radically different future. On her first day back, she reconnects with Lucas, an old friend, and meets Kate, her vibrant new neighbour. Lucas invites her to join him in the world of activism, while Kate offers a lighter diversion—coffee, music, and the temptation of a charismatic guitarist nearby. As the story unfolds, audiences follow Elizabeth’s journey along these parallel lives, exploring how every decision, no matter how small, shapes the course of destiny.

There will be limited meet and greet tickets with Kerry Ellis and Tom Kitt on sale in line with the dates below. This will be an exclusive opportunity for fans to meet her in person following the performance.

IF/THEN comes to London after opening on Broadway in 2014 and is produced by Adam Blanshay Productions and Daniel Hinchliffe in association with The Savoy Theatre. Audiences can still watch the phenomenal and exclusive music videoAlways Starting OverfromIF/THEN, performed by Kerry Ellis,here, with special thanks to The Theatre Channel.

Presented by arrangement with Music Theatre International.

Director: Bill Buckhurst
Producer: Adam Blanshay Productions and Daniel Hinchliffe in association with The Savoy Theatre.
Writers: Tom Kitt and Brian Yorkey
Musical Staging: Alistair David
Music Director & Supervisor: Michael England
Set & Costume Designer: Takis
Casting Director: Pearson Casting CDG

Cast

Elizabeth: Kerry Ellis
Lucas: David Hunter
Josh: Adam Garcia
Kate: Preeya Kalidas
Stephen: John Owen-Jones
Anne: Jenny Fitzpatrick
David: Carl Man
Elena: Joni Ayton-Kent

Ensemble

Kayleigh Thadani
Sario Solomon
Christian Maynard
Lauren Hall
Danny Becker
M-Jae Cleopatra Isaac

Featured Image: Courtesy of IF/THEN