If you’re looking for a show that blends the romance of West Side Story with the energy and fun of Grease, then Cry-Baby is the one to see!
This bold, wacky, and hilarious musical follows the story of Wade “Cry-Baby” Walker as he navigates life with his rebellious gang, facing challenges, clashes, and unexpected turns along the way. When he meets the love of his life, their relationship ignites tension between two very different social worlds, making for a gripping and entertaining ride.
Packed with high-energy songs, dynamic dance numbers, and plenty of humour, Cry-Baby will keep you on your toes from start to finish. We’d love for you to come along and experience it!
Performance schedule and tickets:
Performance schedule:
- Friday 29 May - 19:30 (doors open at 19:15)
- Saturday 30 May - 14:30 (doors open at 14:15)
- Saturday 30 May - 19:30 (doors open at 19:15)
Tickets:
- £14.00 full price
- £12.00 for Falmouth University and University of Exeter Students
Contact us:
Credits:
CRY-BABY
Book by Mark O’Donnell & Thomas Meehan
Songs by David Javerbaum & Adam Schlesinger
Based on the Universal Pictures film written and directed by John Waters.
This amateur production is presented by arrangement with Music Theatre International. All authorised performance materials are also supplied by MTI:
www.mtishows.co.uk
Originally produced on Broadway by Adam Epstein Allan S. Gordon Élan V. McAllister and Brian Grazer. James P. MacGilvray Universal Pictures Stage Productions. Anne Caruso Adam S. Gordon Latitude Link The Pelican Group in association with Philip Morgaman Andrew Farber/Richard Mishaan.
World Premiere of Cry-Baby produced by La Jolla Playhouse, Christopher Ashley, Artistic Director & Steven Libman, Managing Director.
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