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  • PRODUCTIONS | Sonia Friedman

    CURRENT AND FORTHCOMING CURRENT & FORTHCOMING PAST FILM & TV DIGITAL VIEW ALL More THE BOOK OF MORMON West End and U.K. and International tour Now Playing Button Button PADDINGTON THE MUSICAL Savoy Theatre From this autumn Button Button MRS. WARREN'S PROFESSION Garrick Theatre 10 May – 16 August 2025 Button Button OEDIPUS – BROADWAY Studio 54 From Nov 2025 Button Button SEXUAL MISCONDUCT OF THE MIDDLE CLASSES Audible's Minetta Lane Theatre 28 Apr – 18 June 2025 Button Button 42 BALLOONS – CHICAGO Chicago Shakespeare Theatre 24 May – 29 Jun 2025 Button Button HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD Worldwide Now Playing Button Button MEAN GIRLS – WEST END The Savoy Theatre Now Playing Button Button MANHUNT Royal Court 28 Mar – 3 May 2025 Button Button QUEEN OF VERSAILLES St James Theatre From 8 October Button Button DEAD OUTLAW Longacre Theatre From 12 Apr 2025 Button Button BUST Alliance Theatre 13 Feb – 16 Mar 2025 Button Button STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW West End and Broadway Now Playing Button Button STEREOPHONIC – WEST END The Duke of York's From May 2025 Button Button SUNNY AFTERNOON – UK TOUR 2025 UK tour From 10 Oct 2025 Button Button CREDITORS Audible's Minetta Lane Thatre 28 Apr – 18 Jun 2025 Button Button MEAN GIRLS – US TOUR US tour Now playing Button Button MILLIONS Alliance Theatre 10 May – 15 Jun 2025 Button Button

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    Producing your favourite shows Download CURRENT SHOWS Our current and forthcoming global productions and co-productions. ALL SHOWS OUR AWARDS 303 MAJOR AWARDS WON 63 OLIVIER AWARDS 48 TONY AWARDS 3 BAFTAs OUR STORY LEARN MORE We are an international production company responsible for some of the most successful theatre productions in the world. SFP has developed, initiated and been lead producer of over 270 new productions and together the company has been responsible for winning 63 Olivier Awards, 48 Tonys and 3 BAFTAs.

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  • PADDINGTON THE MUSICAL | Sonia Friedman

    Back to Productions PADDINGTON THE MUSICAL PADDINGTON The Musical will begin performances this autumn at the Savoy Theatre. "It’s an honour to be entrusted to bring the story of Paddington to life on stage with the very best of creative collaborators in Jessica, Luke, and our producers Sonia and Eliza. This unique and special bear is at the very heart of our nation, and I’m aware of the awesome responsibility we all have in taking on his story. It’s beyond exciting, and an absolute dream come true – we look forward to welcoming you to join us at the Savoy this Autumn." Tom Fletcher Sign up here. Adapted from the much-loved books written by Michael Bond , and the award-winning films by STUDIOCANAL, with music and lyrics by Tom Fletcher, book by Jessica Swale and direction by Luke Sheppard , priority booking will open on the 13 May, with public on sale on 15 May. "It's such a privilege to be telling the story of this beloved cultural icon. Paddington is so much more than a fictional character; this special bear has come to represent hope, kindness and acceptance, so it's never felt like a more apt time to bring this story to the stage. And with such a dream team! Tom's songs are extraordinary, earworms on a first listen, Luke is the most masterful director, and our producers are so incredibly passionate and dedicated, it really is a great honour to be on this adventure with them all. I can't wait to share this beautiful, funny and heartwarming story." Jessica Swale Sonia Friedman Productions , STUDIOCANAL and Eliza Lumley Productions on behalf of Universal Music UK are bringing the PADDINGTON The Musical world premiere this autumn - opening at the Savoy Theatre on 1 November. "Discovering how to bring Paddington’s story to the stage continues to be an enormous privilege - with Jessica Swale and Tom Fletcher, it’s been thrilling to see this show grow into something very special, packing an incredible new score and a heart wrenching script into a marmalade filled suitcase. This is Paddington as you’ve never seen him before, bought to life by a team celebrating all of the magic and wonder of live theatre. Alongside our producers Sonia Friedman and Eliza Lumley, who look after this bear with the greatest care, we’ve been dreaming up big things for Paddington and can’t wait to welcome him to this iconic venue later this year." Luke Sheppard CAST Full casting to be announced. CREATIVES Adapted from the much-loved books written by MICHAEL BOND TOM FLETCHER – Music and lyrics JESSICA SWALE – Book LUKE SHEPPARD – Director Further creatives to be announced.

  • MEAN GIRLS – WEST END | Sonia Friedman

    Back to Productions MEAN GIRLS – WEST END MEAN GIRLS began performances on 5 June 2024, and will run until 8 June 2025. “A marvel: Dazzling & hilarious" Entertainment Weekly BOOK N OW Meet The Plastics - Regina, Gretchen and Karen. They rule North Shore High and will burn anyone who gets in their way. Home-schooled Cady Heron may think she knows a thing or two about survival of the fittest thanks to her zoologist parents, but high school is a whole new level of savage. When Cady devises a plan to end Regina's reign, she learns the hard way that you can't cross a queen bee without getting stung. "Tina Fey writes FUNNIER, SMARTER, SHARPER satire than anyone else in the business" New York Magazine MEAN GIRLS is coming to London. Broadway's hilarious hit musical from an award-winning creative team including writer Tina Fey ("30 Rock"), composer Jeff Richmond ("Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt"), lyricist Nell Benjamin (Legally Blonde) and director and choreographer Casey Nicholaw (The Book of Mormon), comes to the Savoy Theatre next spring. Expect iconic characters, razor-sharp wit, and killer songs. Grab your friends and your cool mom, this is going to be fetch – and YES London, we're making it happen! The reign begins June 2024. If you want to sit with us, book your tickets and don't forget... On Wednesdays, we wear pink. "We'll let you in on a little secret, because we're such good friends: GET YOUR TICKETS NOW!" USA Today CAST Original West End Cast CHARLIE BURN – Cady Heron GEORGINA CASTLE – Regina George ELÈNA GYASI – Gretchen Wieners GRACE MOUAT – Karen Smith ELENA SKYE – Janis Sarkisian TOM XANDER – Damian Hubbard DANIEL BRAVO – Aaron Samules LUCCA CHADWICK-PATEL – Kevin Ganatra AKO MITCHELL – Mr Duvall ZOË RAINEY – Ms Heron/Ms Norbury/Mrs George TIA ANTOINE-CHARLES – Ensemble GEORGINA ARRON – Ensemble LIAM BUCKLAND – Ensemble SHINAH BUWU – Ensemble BAYLIE CARSON – Ensemble FREDDIE CLEMENTS – Ensemble SIOBHAN DIFFIN – Ensemble CLÍONA FLYNN – Standby Cady Heron/Regina George FERGIE FRASER – Swing ANGUS GOOD – Ensemble JENNY HUXLEY-GOLDEN – Swing HOLLY LIBURD – Ensemble COREY MITCHELL – Swing MERVIN NORONHA – Ensemle AHARON RAYNER – Ensemble TRÉZEL SERGEANT – Ensemble JOSH SINGLETON – Swing ANNIE SOUTHALL – Ensemble/Assistant Dance Captain LILLIA SQUIRES – Swing TOMMY WADE-SMITH – Swing/Dance Captain HOLLY WILLOCK – Ensemble CREATIVES TINA FEY – Book JEFF RICHMOND – Music NELL BENJAMIN – Lyrics CASEY NICHOLAW – Director and Choreographer

  • THE YEARS | Sonia Friedman

    Back to Productions THE YEARS This production began performances on 24 January and closed on 19 April 2025. ★★★★★ “This Annie Ernaux adaptation is a unique, profoundly moving experience - it moved me in ways theatre often tries to but rarely achieves” The Independent The Years won the following Olivier Awards 2025: Best Director – Eline Arbo Best Actress in a Supporting Role – Romola Garai Based on Nobel Prize winner Annie Ernaux ’s fearless masterpiece, five actors create an unapologetic portrait of a woman shaped by her rapidly changing world. “Memory never stops. It pairs the dead with the living, real with imaginary beings, dreams with history.” She strikes a pose and the camera shutter clicks: A child playing in the debris of the Second World War. Click . A student discovering parties and men’s bodies. Click . An activist fighting for the right to choose. Click . A wife picking out a velvet sofa. Click . A mother taking her eldest to judo. Click . A lover seducing a younger man. Click . A grandmother presenting her granddaughter to the camera. Click . Deborah Findlay, Romola Garai, Gina McKee, Anjli Mohindra and Harmony Rose-Bremner give “‘extraordinary performances’” (The Observer ) in Eline Arbo ’s inventive adaptation, following sold out runs at the Almeida Theatre and Internationaal Theater Amsterdam. ★★★★★ “A brilliant concept - Annie Ernaux’s book takes on a visceral new life” Financial Times ADAPTED AND DIRECTED BY ELINE ARBO BASED ON NOBEL PRIZE WINNER ANNIE ERNAUX’S LES ANNÉES ENGLISH STAGE VERSION BY STEPHANIE BAIN The original production and adaptation of The Years was first produced as De Jaren by Het Nationale Theater in The Hague, Netherlands, in 2022. ★★★★★ “Extraordinary performances from five actors all playing the writer Annie Ernaux add up to a five-star adaptation of her Nobel prize-winning book” The Observer CAST DEBORAH FINDLAY ROMOLA GARAI (until 8 March) GINA McKEE TUPPENCE MIDDLETON (from 10 March) ANJILI MOHINDRA HARMONY ROSE-BRENNER CREATIVES ELINE ARBO – Director THIJS VAN VUURE – Music Supervisor and Sound Designer JUUL DEKKER – Set Designer REBEKKA WÖRMANN – Costume Designer VARJA KLOSSE – Lighting Designer AMY BALL CDG – Casting Director YASMIN HAFESJI – Associate Director

  • PADDINGTON The Musical announced | Sonia Friedman

    Back to News & Press PADDINGTON The Musical announced Thursday, 24 April 2025 Sonia Friedman Productions , STUDIOCANAL and Eliza Lumley Productions on behalf of Universal Music UK today announce that PADDINGTON The Musical will receive its world premiere this Autumn - opening at the Savoy Theatre on 1 November. Adapted from the much-loved books written by Michael Bond , and the award-winning films by STUDIOCANAL, with music and lyrics by Tom Fletcher, book by Jessica Swale and direction by Luke Sheppard , priority booking will open on the 13 May, with public on sale on 15 May. Full cast, creative team and performance schedule will be announced shortly. PRIORITY BOOKING OPENS ON 13 MAY, WITH PUBLIC BOOKING ON 15 MAY. SIGN UP FOR PRIOIRTY BOOKING HERE. Tom Fletcher “It’s an honour to be entrusted to bring the story of Paddington to life on stage with the very best of creative collaborators in Jessica, Luke, and our producers Sonia and Eliza. This unique and special bear is at the very heart of our nation, and I’m aware of the awesome responsibility we all have in taking on his story. It’s beyond exciting, and an absolute dream come true – we look forward to welcoming you to join us at the Savoy this autumn.” Jessica Swale : “It's such a privilege to be telling the story of this beloved cultural icon. Paddington is so much more than a fictional character; this special bear has come to represent hope, kindness and acceptance, so it's never felt like a more apt time to bring this story to the stage. And with such a dream team! Tom's songs are extraordinary, earworms on a first listen, Luke is the most masterful director, and our producers are so incredibly passionate and dedicated, it really is a great honour to be on this adventure with them all. I can't wait to share this beautiful, funny and heartwarming story. ” Director Luke Sheppard : “Discovering how to bring Paddington’s story to the stage continues to be an enormous privilege - with Jessica Swale and Tom Fletcher, it’s been thrilling to see this show grow into something very special, packing an incredible new score and a heart wrenching script into a marmalade filled suitcase. This is Paddington as you’ve never seen him before, bought to life by a team celebrating all of the magic and wonder of live theatre. Alongside our producers Sonia Friedman and Eliza Lumley, who look after this bear with the greatest care, we’ve been dreaming up big things for Paddington and can’t wait to welcome him to this iconic venue later this year.” Producers Sonia Friedman and Eliza Lumley : “It’s a true honour to be giving Paddington a new home at the Savoy Theatre with this glorious and deliciously funny new musical from Tom Fletcher and Jessica Swale. We’re thrilled to be embarking on this special journey with our incredible team, led by Luke Sheppard, to bring the world of this much-loved bear, the Brown family, and many more of Michael Bond’s beloved characters to life. Paddington holds a unique and lasting place in so many hearts. He represents so much that is good in the world, including kindness, warmth and decency—and it’s an immense privilege to look after this bear as we bring him to the West End stage.” Anna Marsh CEO of STUDIOCANAL, Deputy CEO of CANAL+ & Chief Content Officer of CANAL+: “We are delighted that this brilliant team will be bringing Paddington to the West End stage with us. Their collective gift in bringing Paddington The Musical to life with such heart, humour, wonder and vivid imagination has been a privilege to witness and we simply cannot wait for audiences to discover the magic of this production. We are constantly thinking of innovative ways to continue Paddington’s journey while honouring Michael Bond’s legacy and his invitation to ‘please look after this bear’.” Audiences are invited to sign up for more information and priority booking for PADDINGTON The Musical at www.paddingtonthemusical.com . Michael Bond’s A Bear Called Paddington was published in 1958 by Collins, later Harper Collins – the first of 29 Paddington books he was to write, with the final one Paddington at St. Paul's , published posthumously in 2018. The books have sold over 35 million copies worldwide. Paddington has been adapted for television several times – first by the BBC in 1976, voiced by Michael Hordern; and most recently adapted by STUDIOCANAL. Paddington has enjoyed three successful big-screen outings, all by STUDIOCANAL and Heyday Films – Paddington released in 2014, Paddington 2 in 2017, and Paddington in Peru in 2024, enjoying critical and commercial acclaim. Instagram, Facebook and TikTok: paddingtonthemusical Up Up

  • News (All) | Sonia Friedman

    SFP NEWS The latest updates, announcements and news from Sonia Friedman Productions. 24 Apr 2025 PADDINGTON The Musical announced Sonia Friedman Productions, STUDIOCANAL and Eliza Lumley Productions on behalf of Universal Music UK today announce that PADDINGTON The Musical will receive its world premiere this Autumn - opening at the Savoy Theatre on 1 November. READ MORE 28 Mar 2025 Netflix to release new documentary BEHIND THE CURTAIN: STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW, a behind-the-scenes look at the making of the critically acclaimed hit West End stage production The documentary will premier on 15 April, only on Netflix. READ MORE 27 Mar 2025 Audible Theatre and Together Announce Hugh Jackman, Liev Schreiber and More to Star in Upcoming Plays Audible, Inc. and TOGETHER, the new theatrical partnership led by Sonia Friedman and Hugh Jackman, are pleased to announce an exciting collaboration that will include two fully-produced plays, readings, panels, and workshops to be mounted over eight weeks this spring at Audible's Minetta Lane Theatre. READ MORE 26 Mar 2025 Full casting announced for Stereophonic The highly anticipated West End transfer of Stereophonic, the Tony Award-winning play by David Adjmi with music by Will Butler, has officially announced its full cast ahead of its UK debut at London's Duke of York's theatre this May. READ MORE 25 Mar 2025 The multi Olivier Award-winning hit musical Sunny Afternoon returns for a 2025/2026 UK tour Sunny Afternoon will open at the Manchester Palace Theatre on 10 October 2025. READ MORE 24 Mar 2025 Full cast announced for major revival of Mrs. Warren's Profession, starring Imelda Staunton and Bessie Carter Joining the previously announced Imelda Staunton and Bessie Carter are Kevin Doyle, Robert Glenister, Reuben Joseph and Sid Sagar. READ MORE 19 Mar 2025 Award-winning MEAN GIRLS to complete West End run on 8 June 2025 ahead of UK tour in 2026 The award-winning West End production of MEAN GIRLS will complete its run at the Savoy Theatre on Sunday 8 June at the end of the current booking period, ahead of a UK Tour in 2026. Tour details and casting will be announced at a later date. READ MORE 19 Mar 2025 Sonia Friedman and Hugh Jackman announce TOGETHER, a new theatrical partnership For artists and audiences, created by Sonia Friedman and Hugh Jackman. READ MORE 7 Mar 2025 Mark Strong & Lesley Manville in OEDIPUS to open on Broadway The sold-out, West End sensation Oedipus - a bold and electrifying adaptation created by Robert Icke after Sophocles - will transfer to Broadway this fall for a strictly limited 14-week engagement. READ MORE 4 Mar 2025 SFP productions and co-productions nominated for 12 Olivier Awards Congratulations to all Olivier Award nominees in all categories. We are hugely proud of every person we have worked with onstage and off across all our productions and co-productions over the past year. READ MORE LOAD MORE

  • SUNNY AFTERNOON – UK TOUR 2025 | Sonia Friedman

    Back to Productions SUNNY AFTERNOON – UK TOUR 2025 This production will begin its UK tour in Manchester on 10 October 2025. ★★★★★  'A belter! Funny, stylish. It has everything The Kinks had' Daily Mail For more information and to book, click here . Set against the backdrop of Britain on the cusp of the rebellious '60s, Sunny Afternoon  is an “exhilarating” (Financial Times) and moving celebration of the music, life, and the band that changed it all. ★★★★★  'A blazing triumph! I swear you’ll get goosebumps' The Telegraph Following a phenomenal two years in the West End and a sensational first UK and Ireland tour, the “indisputably terrific” (The Times) OLIVIER AWARD-WINNING BEST NEW MUSICAL, charting the euphoric highs and agonizing lows of THE KINKS , is back! Sunny Afternoon celebrates the raw energy, passion, and timeless sound of one of Britain’s most iconic bands, telling their story through an incredible back catalogue of chart-toppers, including “You Really Got Me,” “Lola,” and “All Day and All of the Night.” ★★★★ 'This is a great, very British musical about a great, very British band' The Times CAST Casting to be announced. CREATIVES RAY DAVIES – Music and Lyrics JOE PENHALL – Book RAY DAVIES – Original Story EDWARD HALL – Direction MIRIAM BUETHER – Design ADAM COOPER – Choreography RICK FISHER – Lighting Design MATT McKENZIE – Sound Design RAY DAVIES AND ELLIOTT WARE – Musical and Vocal Adaptations

  • Illusion Assistant

    Sonia Friedman Productions is seeking applications for an Illusion and Magic Assistant to work on the 2025 London recast of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child. Based on an original new story by J.K. Rowling, Jack Thorne and John Tiffany, this new play by Jack Thorne and Directed by John Tiffany received its world premiere in London’s West End at the Palace Theatre in summer 2016. The critically acclaimed production is the most awarded West End play in the history of the Olivier Awards, winning a record-breaking nine awards including Best New Play and Best Director in 2017. Your duties and responsibilities will be those normally expected of an Illusions and Magic Assistant on a first-class West End production. You will work closely with the International Illusions and Magic Associate, Illusions and Magic UK Associate, Associate Director, Associate Movement Director and Resident Team across recast, technical and understudy rehearsals, supporting them to execute illusions, manage props, and support the seamless integration of magic and illusion in live performances. This is an exciting opportunity for individuals passionate about the art of magic and theatre. Key Dates August – October Recast Rehearsals 6th October – 12th October Technical Rehearsals w/c 13th October Opening Week 20th October – 1st December 2025 Cover Rehearsals (two days per week) Responsibilities will include: •Assist the Illusions and Magic UK associate in rehearsing all magic and illusions during rehearsals, technical rehearsals and dress rehearsals. •Work closely with performers and the production team during rehearsals, providing assistance with technical cues, prop handling and illusion execution. •Ensure that all safety protocols and procedures are followed when handling illusions during rehearsals. •Attending scheduling meetings, technical rehearsals and dress rehearsals to ensure illusions are correct, assisting the illusions team to make adjustments as needed during tech sessions. Skills/experience required include: •Passion for illusion and magic in live performance. •Strong problem-solving skills and quick thinking under pressure. •Strong organisational and time management skills. We are committed to a workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion. We particularly welcome and encourage applications from those currently underrepresented in our workforce. < All jobs Illusion Assistant Application Deadline: 5 May 2025 Apply Now London, UK About the Role Sonia Friedman Productions is seeking applications for an Illusion and Magic Assistant to work on the 2025 London recast of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child. Based on an original new story by J.K. Rowling, Jack Thorne and John Tiffany, this new play by Jack Thorne and Directed by John Tiffany received its world premiere in London’s West End at the Palace Theatre in summer 2016. The critically acclaimed production is the most awarded West End play in the history of the Olivier Awards, winning a record-breaking nine awards including Best New Play and Best Director in 2017. Your duties and responsibilities will be those normally expected of an Illusions and Magic Assistant on a first-class West End production. You will work closely with the International Illusions and Magic Associate, Illusions and Magic UK Associate, Associate Director, Associate Movement Director and Resident Team across recast, technical and understudy rehearsals, supporting them to execute illusions, manage props, and support the seamless integration of magic and illusion in live performances. This is an exciting opportunity for individuals passionate about the art of magic and theatre. Key Dates August – October Recast Rehearsals 6th October – 12th October Technical Rehearsals w/c 13th October Opening Week 20th October – 1st December 2025 Cover Rehearsals (two days per week) Responsibilities will include: •Assist the Illusions and Magic UK associate in rehearsing all magic and illusions during rehearsals, technical rehearsals and dress rehearsals. •Work closely with performers and the production team during rehearsals, providing assistance with technical cues, prop handling and illusion execution. •Ensure that all safety protocols and procedures are followed when handling illusions during rehearsals. •Attending scheduling meetings, technical rehearsals and dress rehearsals to ensure illusions are correct, assisting the illusions team to make adjustments as needed during tech sessions. Skills/experience required include: •Passion for illusion and magic in live performance. •Strong problem-solving skills and quick thinking under pressure. •Strong organisational and time management skills. We are committed to a workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion. We particularly welcome and encourage applications from those currently underrepresented in our workforce.

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