Cast Announced for The Mad Ones Musical at The Other Palace
The highly anticipated revival of the Drama Desk-nominated musical The Mad Ones is set to make its London debut at the Other Palace Studio this summer 2025. With a fresh cast now revealed, the production promises to bring new life to this critically acclaimed show that has captured a massive online following.
About the Show
Based on the journey of Samantha Brown—a high school senior grappling with grief and the overwhelming weight of her future following the death of her best friend, Kelly—The Mad Ones delivers an emotional and powerful narrative. Originally premiered off-Broadway in 2017 under the title The Unauthorized Autobiography of Samantha Brown, the musical quickly became a viral sensation. It garnered millions of YouTube views and saw over 15,000 pieces of sheet music sold before licensing rights were made available.
Following a well-received run at Birmingham’s Old Joint Stock Theatre in April 2023, this revival marks the musical’s London debut, reaffirming its status as a contemporary classic in musical theatre.
Cast Announcement
The new London cast has been unveiled, bringing together a talented ensemble ready to capture the raw emotions of this deeply personal story:
Kelly: Courtney Stapleton
Sam (Samantha Brown): Dora Gee
Adam: Jacob Fowler
Beverly: Thea-Jo Wolfe
Swing: Eliza Bowden
These casting choices promise to deliver powerful performances that will resonate with both new audiences and fans of the original production.
Creative Team
The revival of The Mad Ones is supported by an exceptional creative team, ensuring a visually and musically captivating experience:
Director: Emily Susanne Lloyd
Musical Director: Callum Thompson
Choreographer: Lauren Stroud
Set & Costume Designer: Reuben Speed
Lighting Designer: Joanne Marshall
Producers: Samantha Creswick and Electric Press Productions
Creative Producers: James Edge and West End Best Friend Productions
Book & Lyrics: Kait Kerrigan
Music: Bree Lowdermilk
Under the expert guidance of these industry veterans, the production aims to blend innovative staging with heartfelt storytelling.
London Debut & Simultaneous Transfer
The revival of The Mad Ones will run for a four-week season at the Other Palace Studio this summer 2025. Notably, the production is set to transfer alongside Kait Kerrigan’s The Great Gatsby, which is moving to the West End from Broadway in April 2025. This dynamic period marks an exciting era for fresh, innovative musical theatre in London.
