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A Night with Janis Joplin Tickets

The Tony nominated musical makes its highly anticipated UK transfer!

Performance dates

20 August 2024 – 28 September 2024

Run time 2hrs 10 mins (inc. interval)

Includes interval

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Michael Cohl, Tony Smith, the estate of Janis Joplin and Jeffrey Jampol for Jam, Inc. are delighted to announce A NIGHT WITH JANIS JOPLIN which makes its UK premiere at the Peacock Theatre, Sadlers Wells’ home in the West End, on 20 August starring Mary Bridget Davies as Janis, running until 28 September 2024. Tickets will go on sale on 26 January. Further casting is to be announced.

A NIGHT WITH JANIS JOPLIN is a musical journey celebrating Janis Joplin and her biggest musical influences – trailblazers like Aretha Franklin, Etta James, Odetta, Nina Simone and Bessie Smith, all of whom inspired Joplin to become one of Rock ‘n’ Roll’s greatest legends. Like a comet that burns far too brightly to last, Joplin exploded onto the music scene in 1967 and, almost overnight, became the Queen of Rock ‘n’ Roll. Her unmistakable voice, filled with raw emotion and tinged with Southern Comfort, made Joplin a must-see headliner from Monterey to Woodstock. Audiences will enjoy Joplin’s favourites, including ‘Piece of My Heart,’ ‘Cry Baby’, ‘Me and Bobby McGee’ and many others.

A NIGHT WITH JANIS JOPLIN began in 2011 and was an immediate success, touring for the next 2 years and breaking box office records at nearly every theatre. In October 2013, the show opened on Broadway at the Lyceum Theatre to rave reviews and has been touring the US ever since. The show also played in Japan in 2022 at the Tokyo International Forum Hall. Mary Bridget Davies played the role of Janis Joplin for both the touring and Broadway productions, receiving a Tony Award® nomination for Best Lead Actress in a Musical for her performance.

Janis Joplin’s sister, Laura Joplin, says A NIGHT WITH JANIS JOPLIN is a “full belted memory that drives joy into my heart and tears from my eyes” with The New York Times saying the show “rocks the house with a fervour that is riveting”.

A NIGHT WITH JANIS JOPLIN has a Book and direction by Randy Johnson, choreography by Patricia Wilcox (A NIGHT WITH JANIS JOPLIN – Broadway, Motown – Broadway, West End). Casting is by Anne Vosser.

Randy Johnson (creator, writer and director) made his Broadway debut as a playwright and director with Tony Award nominated musical A NIGHT WITH JANIS JOPLIN at the Lyceum Theatre. At the MGM Grand in Las Vegas and on Broadway at the Longacre Theatre, Randy directed and co-wrote The World Premiere of Mike Tyson – The Undisputed Truth, starring international sports legend Mike Tyson and directed and staged Carly Simon's return to the concert stage at The Apollo Theatre in New York. Randy also co- conceived and directed the now historic ELVIS THE CONCERT, which reunited Elvis’ original band, singers and musical director in a virtual interactive concert featuring Elvis. The show was an immediate hit, with sold out shows at Radio City Music Hall and arenas worldwide including Wembley and the O2 Arena. Other regional theatre credits include the world premieres of Jukebox Hero – The Foreigner Musical (Ed Mirvish Theatre, Toronto). He was honored twice by the NAACP for his direction on Shout Sister Shout – The Rosetta Tharpe Story (Pasadena Playhouse and Seattle Repertory Theatre).

Mary Bridget Davies is a distinguished American singer and actress who has made musical history with her powerhouse vocals and captivating performances. Davies’ accolades include the 2014 LA Outer Critic’s Circle Award and Theatre World Award, alongside a Helen Hayes Award nomination and numerous Blues Blast Award nominations. In 2019, Davies recorded her album Stay With Me: The Reimagined Songs of Jerry Ragovoy, the late legendary songwriter who co-wrote Joplin classics ‘Piece of my Heart’ and ‘Cry Baby’. Davies’ career has also included touring with Janis Joplin’s original band, Big Brother and the Holding Company, starring as Virginia Wolf in the developmental readings of A Room of One’s Own (54 Below and The Public Theatre’s Joe’s Pub), and Narrator in Joseph and The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat (Beck Theatre). Currently, Davies is set to embark on the soon to be announced U.S. leg of her tour Don't Compromise Yourself.

A NIGHT WITH JANIS JOPLIN is produced by Michael Cohl, Tony Smith and the estate of Janis Joplin and Jeffrey Jampol for Jam, Inc, with UK General Management by MPSI Ltd.

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Captioned performance: 21 September 2024 at 2.30pm

Recent Reviews

4.8
16 reviews
Sarah Williams

You felt you were back with Janis, a superb Show

John Martin

One of the best musicals I've ever seen. Mary Bridget Davies was truly amazing. Close your eyes & you could believe you were actually hearing Janis Joplin sing.

AB

Wonderful show and Mary Bridget Davies was stunning. She was backed by a great band and backing singers who all had their individual roles. The sense of chaos around Janis's life really came through.

Anna

A great night! Really enjoyed it. The show was made really good and the actress is fab. ??????

Valerie

Fantastic show. ‘Janis’ was absolutely amazing and the band were excellent and complimented the vocals beautifully. Superb and so professional. No photos to post below unfortunately, as I was told to put my phone away when I tried to take one. Would have liked to have been allowed to take photo of her in the different outfits; the only time photos were allowed were when the whole cast were together in a line at the end, but this wasn’t such a good opportunity. Loved the show, though

Bryan Anderson

An evening of brilliance!

Antony

Wonderful evening out ! Incredible performer backed by amazing singers and musicians!

Annie

Amazing show and all of the cast fabulous voices, just blew us away. The cast gave us an insight to Janis life from the get go. I would definitely recommend this show if you like Janis Joplin which I do. Thank you to all the cast making it a wow show.

GUSTAVO FARINELLI LIMA FERREIRA

I can’t submit video or photo because it’s not allowed in the show

David

Wonderful show!! Brilliant!! Cast were so talented!!

Chris Gentry

The show was extremely good and the singing was excellent

Paul-Andre

Very moving, beautiful voices, fantastic musicians, very talented people, an evening to remember!!

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