The Royal Shakespeare Company (RSC) is bringing a surge of electric, West End energy to Stratford-upon-Avon this winter. In a major casting announcement released today, the RSC revealed a lineup of musical theatre powerhouses for the world premiere of All Is But Fantasy, signaling a bold new direction for the historic venue.
Blurring the lines between a rock concert and a Shakespearean drama, the new “gig-theatre” production will feature alumni from some of the UK’s biggest pop-culture phenomenons, including Six the Musical, Hamilton, and Moulin Rouge.
A West End Invasion at The Other Place
Running from 21 January to 21 February at The Other Place in Stratford-upon-Avon, the production promises to be a high-octane collision of Shakespearean myth and contemporary sound. The show is created and directed by Tony Award-nominee Whitney White, who also stars in the production.
For theatre fans in the West Midlands and beyond, the casting represents a “who’s who” of modern musical theatre talent. The ensemble includes:
- Renée Lamb (Original Cast of Six the Musical, Little Shop of Horrors) as First Witch.
- Georgina Onuorah (Hamilton, The Wizard of Oz, Oklahoma!) as Second Witch.
- Timmika Ramsay (Moulin Rouge, Guys and Dolls) as Third Witch.
- Juliette Crosbie (A Christmas Carol) as Desdemona/Juliet.
- Daniel Krikler (RSC’s Wendy & Peter Pan, Fiddler on the Roof) as Man.
Whitney White: A Broadway Force in Stratford
Making her creative and stage debut at the RSC, Whitney White is set to star alongside the cast as “Woman.” White is a rising star in the global theatre scene, celebrated for her Obie Award-winning and Tony-nominated work on Broadway (Jaja’s African Hair Braiding).
White describes the show as a genre-bending experience fueled by a “red-hot soundtrack” spanning rock, soul, pop, and gospel. Speaking on the casting news, White said:
“This ensemble is exceptional. Renée, Georgina, Timmika, Daniel, and Juliette are remarkable artists whose individual strengths cohere into a truly dynamic collective… together they have shaped a world that feels both immediate and boldly imaginative.”
Special Event: Dame Harriet Walter Returns
In addition to the run of All Is But Fantasy, the RSC announced a special one-off event sure to draw crowds to Stratford. On 7 February, acting legend Dame Harriet Walter will join Whitney White for Reframing Women in Shakespeare.
This “in-conversation” event at The Other Place will explore female representation in the Bard’s work, bridging the gap between the classical tradition of Dame Harriet and the avant-garde innovation of White.
Dates and Ticket Information
All Is But Fantasy is one of the most anticipated theatre events in Warwickshire this season. Tickets are expected to move quickly given the high profile of the cast.
- Venue: The Other Place, Stratford-upon-Avon
- Dates: Wednesday 21 January – Saturday 21 February
- Press Night: Wednesday 4 February
- Tickets: Available now at rsc.org.uk
