Lily Collins and Álvaro Morte to Make West End Debuts in New Play Barcelona

Lily Collins, known for her role in Emily in Paris, and Álvaro Morte of Money Heist fame, are set to make their West End debuts in the new play Barcelona. The production will open at the Duke of York’s Theatre in October.

Written by Bess Wohl and directed by Lynette Linton, Barcelona will run from 21 October 2024 for a strict 12-week season. The play follows an American tourist who goes home with a handsome Spaniard, only for things to take a dangerous turn.

Collins expressed her excitement: “It has been a childhood dream of mine to perform in the West End, and I’m hugely excited to make my stage debut in Bess’ exciting play, Barcelona. Working with this team has truly been a gift, and I cannot wait for audiences to be taken on a thrilling journey as the play unravels. I knew the moment I finished reading the script, I had to play Irene.”

Morte also shared his enthusiasm: “The London theatre scene is a vibrant and exhilarating canvas for fresh, groundbreaking work. I am thrilled and honoured to be a part of this captivating new play, marking my West End debut. I’m looking forward to bringing Barcelona to life and sharing it with audiences.”

In a unique initiative, there will be a weekly lottery to secure tickets to Barcelona. Starting 14 October, 200 tickets will be released every Monday at just £25, including front row seats.

The production features set and costume design by Frankie Bradshaw, lighting by Jai Morjaria, composition and sound design by Duramaney Kamara and Xana, video design by Gino Ricardo Green, wigs, hair, and makeup design by Cynthia De La Rosa, UK casting by Heather Basten, and US casting by Jim Carnahan. Movement direction and intimacy coordination are by Shelley Maxwell, vocal coaching by Hazel Holder, and dramatherapy by Wabriya King.

The associate direction is by Katie Greenall, associate design by Natalie Johnson, associate costume designer and supervisor is Caroline Stevens, production manager is Kate West, and associate production manager is Charlotte Ranson.

Barcelona is produced by ATG Productions, Bad Robot Live, and Gavin Kalin Productions.

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