Hey there fellow Fawlty Towers fans! Get ready to relive the hilarity of one of the most iconic sitcoms from the 1970s because, guess what? A stage adaptation of Fawlty Towers is hitting London’s West End later this year!
If you’re wondering who’s behind this stroke of genius, it’s none other than the brilliant John Cleese himself, the mastermind behind the original series. Cleese has handpicked material from three classic episodes – The Hotel Inspectors, The Germans, and Communication Problems – to create a rib-tickling narrative for the stage.
Fawlty Towers Stage Show venue –
Launching on May 4th at London’s Apollo Theatre, Cleese expressed his excitement, calling it a “thrill” to finally bring Fawlty Towers to the West End. And after an extensive casting process, he’s confident they’ve found the crème de la crème of comedy actors to bring these beloved characters to life.
So, what can we expect from this two-hour extravaganza? Well, picture this: the chaos ensues as Basil Fawlty, our perpetually frustrated hotel owner, tries his hand at being extra polite after hearing rumors of hotel inspectors lurking about. But of course, his plans go awry thanks to a group of Germans and the ever-challenging Mrs. Richards.
Cleese has even written a special finale that brings together the endings of all three episodes, promising a rollercoaster ride of laughter all the way from Torquay to the West End.
While the show received mixed reviews during its run in Australia, with some critics longing for something fresh, fans of the original series will surely appreciate the nostalgic trip down memory lane.
Directed by Caroline Jay Ranger, the same genius behind Only Fools and Horses: The Musical, and featuring a stellar cast including Adam Jackson-Smith as Basil, Anna-Jane Casey as Sybil, Hemi Yeroham as Manuel, and Victoria Fox as Polly, this promises to be an unforgettable experience.
Tickets go on sale February 7th, so mark your calendars and get ready to laugh till your sides ache as Fawlty Towers takes center stage in the heart of London!
And for those wondering about the controversial episode “The Germans,” rest assured it’s been handled with sensitivity, with a warning about offensive content and language.
So, who’s up for a night of classic comedy and unforgettable characters? See you at the Apollo Theatre!
