The production will run at the Southwark Playhouse from the 23rd January until the 29th March 2025.
roducers Bradley Bredeweg, Kelley Parker & Brian Pendleton, with co-producers Lance Bass and Michelle Visage have announced the European premiere of scissorhandz: A Musical Reinvented which will have its official opening night on the 30th January 2025.
With tickets on sale now, the musical is reinvention of Tim Burton’s Edward Scissorhands. Billed as a celebration of those who dare to be different, it features a soundtrack filled with songs by the likes of Taylor Swift, Lady Gaga & Alanis Morissette among others.
The London run follows the musical’s production in Hollywood. Casting for its run in the capital has yet to be announced.
Writer and director Bradley Bredeweg said “As a lonely quirky gay kid growing up in the 80s and 90s, this film meant the world to me because it spoke to anyone who felt like they didn’t quite fit in. That spirit of celebrating the weird and wonderful is at the core of SCISSORHANDZ — a tribute musical and a parody all rolled into one. Our thrill ride of a show is packed with joy and heart, and it’s about owning exactly who you are, even if you happen to have scissors for hands. In a world where people crave that kind of joy more than ever, I’m honoured to bring this story to a new audience in London.”
Meanwhile, producer Lance Bass said: “Producing SCISSORHANDZ has been one of the greatest pleasures of my career and I can’t wait for London to experience this show! I think audiences in the UK will really embrace the show. It hits every note, pulling at your heartstrings and bringing every emotion to life! From the moment the curtain rises, you’re taken on a rollercoaster ride that’s both whimsical, hilarious, and deeply moving. It’s not just a musical —it’s a sensory journey, blending stunning visuals with a playlist packed with your favorite songs, making it feel like the soundtrack of your life. You’ll laugh, you’ll cry, and by the end, you’ll be on your feet, feeling like you’ve just experienced something truly unforgettable.”
The creative team behind the show also includes: choreography by Alexzandra Sarmiento, musical direction by Gregory Nabours, set design by James Pearse Connelly, costume design by Abby Clarke, , lighting design by Adam King, sound design by Yvonne Gilbert, casting by Harry Blumenau Casting, production management by James Anderton and general management by Wildpark Entertainment.
To book tickets visit: https://southwarkplayhouse.co.uk/productions/scissorhandz/