Kenny Wax and Jonathan Church Theatre Productions present the Chichester Festival Theatre Production Top Hat

Music and Lyrics by Irving Berlin
Based on RKO’s Motion Picture
Adapted for the stage by Matthew White & Howard Jacques

Top Hat is a dazzling stage adaptation of the classic 1935 Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers movie. With music and lyrics by Irving Berlin, the show features timeless classics such as “Cheek to Cheek,” “Let’s Face the Music and Dance,” and “Puttin’ on the Ritz.

The story follows Broadway star Jerry Travers, who falls for model Dale Tremont in a case of mistaken identity, leading to a whirlwind of romance, comedy, and glamour. Set against a backdrop of lavish sets and elegant costumes, the production is directed and choreographed by Tony and Olivier Award-winner Kathleen Marshall. 

Reprising their roles from Chichester Festival Theatre will be Phillip Attmore (So You Think You Can Dance) as Jerry Travers, Sally Ann Triplett (Cabaret) as Madge Hardwick, James Clyde (Matilda the Musical) as Bates and Alex Gibson-Giorgio (Mamma Mia!) as Alberto Beddini. Amara Okereke (My Fair Lady) joins the cast as Dale Tremont and James Hume (Kiss Me Kate) as Horace Hardwick.

The touring cast is completed by Lindsay Atherton, Rhiannon Bacchus, Jeremy Batt, Freddie Clements, Pedro Donoso, Bethan Downing, Autumn Draper, Tilly Ducker, Maddie Harper, Stuart Hickey, Laura Hills, Connor Hughes, George Lyons, David McIntosh, Jordan Oliver, Emily Ann Potter, Joe Press, Molly Rees Howe, Kirsty Sparks and Toyan Thomas-Browne.

This new production promises an effervescent theatrical experience full of charm, wit, and spectacular choreography. An irresistible celebration of classic Hollywood and musical theatre magic.

Please note the trailer features the Chichester Festival Theatre Production.

Cast and performance schedule subject to change without notice.