In what must surely must be one of the most ambitious projects to date, The Gordon Craig Theatre is to stage Titanic: The Musical this summer. This exciting production sails into Stevenage direct from it's UK premiere in York and is one of the most exhilarating shows to come to the UK, after its acclaimed success across the Atlantic on Broadway.  | | Commodore Edward J Smith, Titanic's captain. |
According to Gordon Craig, the performance stars "an ocean of talent"! The cast is drawn from both the local area and performers and musicians from the West End, expect impressive set designs and a breathtaking score. Titanic: The Musical first opened on Broadway in April 1997 and went on to win five Tony awards including Best Musical. Leonardo's costume Not surprisingly it is a hugely ambitious stage project to undertake. The show boasts a large cast comprising of officers and crew, first, second and third class passengers and a remarkable set that encompasses all the dramas of this fateful maiden voyage. The performance at Gordon Craig follows the show's launch in York, where it was well received. "Titanic works" Sheridan Morley, of the Spectator wrote: "The greatest American musical to have been written in 15 years. A triumph. A score which soars, a masterpiece." While Charles Spencer in the Daily Telegraph said: "Against all odds, Titanic works. You leave this huge, ambitious production feeling something approaching awe." The Stevenage production will be accompanied by a special exhibition, which visitors can see now at the Lytton Way theatre. It includes such "must-see" exhibits as costumes worn by Leonardo Di Caprio in the multi-Oscar winning film Titanic, plus genuine artifacts from the ill-fated ship itself. | 
