Clueless: The Musical Announces Full West End Casting
The highly anticipated West End premiere of Clueless: The Musical at the Trafalgar Theatre has unveiled its complete casting. Based on the beloved 1995 cult classic film starring Alicia Silverstone, the show reimagines Jane Austen’s Emma for a modern Beverly Hills setting.
The story follows Cher Horowitz, a fashion-forward teen who delights in matchmaking and meddling with the lives of her peers, often with chaotic and hilarious results.
The Cast
As previously announced, Emma Flynn will take on the iconic role of Cher, joined by Keelan McAuley as Josh. The cast also includes:
Chyna-Rose Frederick as Dionne
Romona Lewis-Malley as Tai
Rabi Kondé as Murray
Isaac J Lewis as Christian
Blake Jordan as Travis
Max Mirza as Elton
Ryan O’Donnell as Mel/Mr Hall/Driving Instructor
Imelda Warren-Green as Miss Geist/Ms Stoeger/Lucy/Heather
Emily Florence as Amber
The ensemble features Sophie Elmes, Jacob Fisher, Aoife Kenny, Josh Latunji, James Lim, Ernest Stroud, and Grace Eleanor Thomas, with swings Dylan Gordon-Jones, Lucas Lluna, Lucy Rice, and Rachel Seirian rounding out the company.
The Creative Team
The West End adaptation of Clueless: The Musical boasts a stellar creative lineup:
Book: Amy Heckerling (Clueless film writer and director)
Music: KT Tunstall (Suddenly I See, Black Horse and the Cherry Tree)
Lyrics: Glenn Slater (Sister Act, Tangled)
Director: Rachel Kavanaugh (Half a Sixpence)
Choreography: Kelly Devine (Come From Away)
The production also features:
Music Supervision and Arrangements: Carmel Dean
Scenic Design: Mikiko Suzuki MacAdams
Costume Design: Paloma Young (Tony Award winner)
Lighting Design: Ben Cracknell
Sound Design: Rob Bettle and Sam Clarkson for Sound Quiet Time
Wigs, Hair, and Makeup Design: Sam Cox
Orchestrations: Simon Hale
Casting: Olivia Laydon for Jill Green Casting
An All-New Version
This new iteration of Clueless: The Musical features an original score by KT Tunstall, marking a departure from the jukebox-style production that played off-Broadway in 2018. Following a successful try-out run at the Churchill Theatre in Bromley last year, the West End production promises fresh energy and a completely reimagined experience.
