Original London cast of 'Operation Mincemeat' to lead Broadway transfer
All five actors will make their Broadway debuts in the musical comedy inspired by a real-life World War II mission, which plays the Golden Theatre this spring.
Do you copy? Operation Mincemeat on Broadway has named its cast, with the original actors from the show's award-winning London premiere reprising their roles. Performances begin at the Golden Theatre on February 15 ahead of a March 20 opening.
The production will star David Cumming as Charles Cholmondeley, Claire-Marie Hall as Jean Leslie, Natasha Hodgson as Ewen Montagu, Jak Malone as Hester, and Zoë Roberts as Johnny Bevan and others. Malone won a 2024 Olivier Award for his performance, and Cumming, Hodgson, and Roberts were all nominated.
All five actors will make their Broadway debuts in Operation Mincemeat. The show premiered in London 2019 and made its West End debut in 2023, winning the 2024 Olivier Award for Best New Musical.
Operation Mincemeat is named for a real-life World War II mission — one that's almost unbelievable. A covert operation involving a stolen corpse turned the tides for the Allies in 1943.
The musical is created by the comedy troupe SpitLip, consisting of Cumming, Hodgson, Roberts, and Felix Hagan. Robert Hastie directs, and Jenny Arnold choreographs.
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Photo credit: Claire-Marie Hall, David Cumming, Zoë Roberts, Natasha Hodgson, and Jak Malone. (Photo by Matt Crockett)
Frequently asked questions
How do you book tickets for Operation Mincemeat?
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Where is Operation Mincemeat playing?
Operation Mincemeat is playing at Golden Theatre. The theatre is located at 252 West 45th Street (between Broadway and 8th Avenue), New York, 10036.
What's the age requirement for Operation Mincemeat?
The recommended age for Operation Mincemeat is Ages 5+. Children under 4 years old will not be admitted..
How long is Operation Mincemeat?
The running time of Operation Mincemeat is 2hr 35min. Incl. 20min intermission.
What is Operation Mincemeat about?
The four-time Tony Award-nominated Operation Mincemeat is the hilarious and unbelievable true story of the twisted secret mission that won the Allies World War II. That operation transforms into a musical in this five-star production, coming straight to Broadway from a lauded West End run.
What are the songs in Operation Mincemeat?
The original music in this new show tell the story of wartime, so audiences can expect brassy orchestrations, anthemic tunes, and plenty of clever and hilarious lyrics.
Are children allowed at Operation Mincemeat?
While this is a fun comedy, children four and under are not allowed in Broadway shows.
Who directed Operation Mincemeat?
Well, the Allies directed the operation — but! The stage version is directed by Robert Hatsie.
Is Operation Mincemeat good?
This is one of the most anticipated British exports in years, and for good reason: the show got dozens of five-star reviews and was the Olivier winner for Best New Musical.
Who wrote Operation Mincemeat?
The musical comedy troupe SpitLip wrote this musical, and many of its amazing members also star in the show and will be coming with it to Broadway.
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